Operations Coordinator - (Construction/Utilities)

CEI; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

CEI in Providence, RI is seeking an Operations Coordinator for Construction/Utilities on a contract, on-site basis. The role covers scheduling, dispatching, tracking, and reporting for maintenance and construction work to optimize resources and meet regulatory requirements.

Pay is $37/hour with options for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) match. The incumbent will prepare permit applications, assemble work packets, coordinate with field operations, and support process improvements to sustain

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Excel experience required
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Must be computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Applications
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work flexible schedules, extended hours, and travel to multiple work locations within the state as needed
• Previous utility experience or knowledge of natural gas system operations (preferred)
• Previous experience with work planning and scheduling process (preferred)
• Previous experience with process management and improvement (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Prepare road opening permit applications in accordance with the requirements of local permitting agency
• Responsible for the accuracy and data quality of information entered in work management systems and trackers, which is crucial for tracking and managing regulatory compliance dates and work plan progress.
• Monitors accurate permit application status within work management systems and trackers and adheres to departmental cycle times for the purpose of timely permitting.
• Facilitates daily discussions with operational supervisors and contractor foreman to ensure work progression and full utilization of crews.
• Coordinate and balance internal resources to optimize short and long-term resource needs and achieve the annual workplan objectives.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, share best practices, drive consistency, and ensure timely delivery of projects.
• Engage directly with municipal officials involved in the permitting process to secure approvals necessary to progress work.
• Challenge existing ways of working and continuously seek better ways of performing work to drive greater efficiencies.
• Serve as back-up to Resource and Work Coordination Supervisor regarding all permit related matters.
• Supports training and development of bargaining unit personnel performing permit process related work.

Skills

Excel

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office 365

Communication skills

Flexibility

Travel

Gas operations knowledge

Work planning & scheduling

Process management & improvement

Education

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Back Operations Coordinator - (Construction/Utilities)
Other Providence , RI Contract On-Site Sep 16, 2026

Operations Coordinator (Construction/Utilities)

Job at a Glance
Title:Operations Coordinator
Location: Providence, RI 02907
Contract: W2 only
Pay: $ 37/hour + optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Overview
The coordinator is responsible for scheduling, dispatching, tracking, and reporting of maintenance and construction work for in-house and contractor crews to ensure resources are fully utilized. In addition, the role is responsible for the preparation of permit applications, assembly of work packets and all other prerequisites required for the delivery of all capital construction, field maintenance work and customer-initiated gas growth work. This position is also responsible for assisting with overall oversite and accurate tracking and fulfilling requests to ensure sufficient volume of shovel-ready work exists to meet workplan and regulatory requirements. This role works closely with Field Operations management personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare road opening permit applications in accordance with the requirements of local permitting agency
• Responsible for the accuracy and data quality of information entered in work management systems and trackers, which is crucial for tracking and managing regulatory compliance dates and work plan progress.
• Monitors accurate permit application status within work management systems and trackers and adheres to departmental cycle times for the purpose of timely permitting.
• Facilitates daily discussions with operational supervisors and contractor foreman to ensure work progression and full utilization of crews.
• Coordinate and balance internal resources to optimize short and long-term resource needs and achieve the annual workplan objectives.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, share best practices, drive consistency, and ensure timely delivery of projects.
• Engage directly with municipal officials involved in the permitting process to secure approvals necessary to progress work.
• Challenge existing ways of working and continuously seek better ways of performing work to drive greater efficiencies.
• Serve as back-up to Resource and Work Coordination Supervisor regarding all permit related matters.
• Supports training and development of bargaining unit personnel performing permit process related work.

Required Skills

• 2+ years of Excel experience required
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Must be computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Applications
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work flexible schedules, extended hours, and travel to multiple work locations within the state as needed
• Previous utility experience or knowledge of natural gas system operations (preferred)
• Previous experience with work planning and scheduling process (preferred)
• Previous experience with process management and improvement (preferred)

Required Education

Prefer Associate's degree

Preferred Skills

• Previous utility experience or knowledge of natural gas system operations
• Previous experience with work planning and scheduling process
• Previous experience with process management and improvement

Why Should I Apply?
This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. It is ideal for candidates seeking to leverage their organizational and coordination skills within the utility sector.

About CEI:
As a trusted technology partner, CEI delivers solutions that help our customers transform their business and achieve meaningful results. From strategy and custom application development through application management - our technology and digital experience services are tailored to meet each unique need of our customers. Our staffing solutions bring specialized skills to complement our customers' workforce and project requirements.

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