Material Coordinator - Data Center

Kiewit Corporation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental, vision

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Materials Coordinator to manage the materials lifecycle from procurement to installation on projects in the NM region. You will ensure material availability, accuracy of inventory records, and timely delivery to the field, coordinating with procurement, logistics, and site teams.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in materials management, logistics, or construction projects.
• Proficiency in Excel and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Track materials from purchase order release through delivery, receipt, storage, and issuance.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Construction, Engineering, Suppliers, and Logistics teams to ensure material availability aligns with project schedules.
• Monitor material deliveries and communicate potential shortages, delays, or other supply chain risks.
• Support receiving activities by verifying quantities and documentation against purchase orders and shipping records.
• Assist with material inspections and resolution of receiving discrepancies, damaged shipments, and inventory issues.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, material locations, and transaction documentation within company systems.
• Perform inventory audits, cycle counts, and physical inventory reconciliations.
• Coordinate material storage, preservation, handling, and distribution activities.
• Prepare and maintain material status reports, inventory reports, and other project-related documentation.
• Support warehouse operations, laydown yard activities, and material issuance processes.
• Assist with the resolution of logistics, transportation, and material control issues.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, quality requirements, and material management procedures.
• Collaborate with project teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and inventory optimization.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

The Materials Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and tracking project materials throughout the material lifecycle, from procurement and receipt through storage, inventory control, issuance, and final installation support. This role works closely with Procurement, Construction, Warehouse Operations, Logistics, Suppliers, and Project Management teams to ensure materials are available when needed to support project execution.

The Materials Coordinator plays a critical role in maintaining accurate inventory records, monitoring material deliveries, supporting receiving and inspection activities, and ensuring materials are properly stored, preserved, and distributed to the field. The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.

District Overview

The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States. Our work spans multiple sectors, including data centers, mineral processing, energy and water, with projects ranging from small capital work to major EPC projects.

We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing our clients with world-class solutions while offering our employees stability, growth, and career development opportunities within a multi-billion-dollar organization. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, integrity, and a shared passion for construction.

If you’re ready to take on complex, high-impact projects and make a lasting difference in the construction industry, the Kiewit Industrial District is where you can build a career that truly matters.

Location

At Kiewit, we believe in seizing opportunities wherever they may arise. Our project assignments, individual development plans, and career progression are customized to your skills, ambitions, and preferences. Your journey with Kiewit will be tailored to ensure a unique and rewarding career experience aligned with your professional goals.

Currently we are looking for people to support projects in the following locations: Santa Teresa, NM

Must be willing to \"go where the work is\" now and in the future!

Responsibilities

• Track materials from purchase order release through delivery, receipt, storage, and issuance.


• Coordinate with Procurement, Construction, Engineering, Suppliers, and Logistics teams to ensure material availability aligns with project schedules.


• Monitor material deliveries and communicate potential shortages, delays, or other supply chain risks.


• Support receiving activities by verifying quantities and documentation against purchase orders and shipping records.


• Assist with material inspections and resolution of receiving discrepancies, damaged shipments, and inventory issues.


• Maintain accurate inventory records, material locations, and transaction documentation within company systems.


• Perform inventory audits, cycle counts, and physical inventory reconciliations.


• Coordinate material storage, preservation, handling, and distribution activities.


• Prepare and maintain material status reports, inventory reports, and other project-related documentation.


• Support warehouse operations, laydown yard activities, and material issuance processes.


• Assist with the resolution of logistics, transportation, and material control issues.


• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, quality requirements, and material management procedures.


• Collaborate with project teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and inventory optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• 5+ years of experience supporting materials management, inventory control, logistics, warehouse operations, procurement, or construction projects.


• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

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Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance


• Work productively and meet deadlines timely


• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.


• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.


• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.


• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: Kiewit