Project Coordinator - Underground Utility Construction

Terra Contracting Inc; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Terra Contracting, Inc. is seeking a Project Coordinator to support our project management and field operations for underground utility projects. You will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and subcontractors to keep projects moving smoothly.

The ideal candidate is organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and proficient with MS Office. Prior underground utilities or civil construction experience is preferred. This role offers growth within the construction industry.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction industry experience required.
• Experience with underground utilities, civil construction, or related fields preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and project specifications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with planning, coordination, and execution of underground utility projects.
• Help develop, track, and maintain project schedules and goals.
• Track project milestones, accomplishments, and outstanding items.
• Coordinate activities between office and field teams.
• Communicate project updates and follow up on outstanding items.
• Maintain project documentation: contracts, permits, dig tickets, change orders, plans, specs, and reports.
• Prepare spreadsheets, reports, and correspondence.
• Review project information and communicate updates to the team.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, materials, equipment and other resources.
• Review plans for clarifications and identify issues to escalate to the Project Manager.
• Support field leadership with project-related coordination and administrative needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Reading blueprints

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

OSHA training

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Terra Contracting, Inc. is a growing underground utility contractor specializing in the installation and repair of underground infrastructure. Our projects support critical utility networks, including fiber optic, natural gas, power, and telecommunications.

We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support our project management and field operations teams.

This position plays an important role in keeping projects organized, documentation accurate, and communication flowing between the office and field.

Position Overview

As a Project Coordinator, you will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Construction Management, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders to help keep underground utility projects moving efficiently.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and able to communicate effectively with both office and field personnel.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with construction experience who wants to develop their project management skills and grow within the construction industry.

What You'll Do

Project Coordination & Support

Support Project Managers with planning, coordination, and execution of underground utility projects.

Help develop, track, and maintain project schedules and goals.

Track project milestones, accomplishments, and outstanding items.

Assist with coordinating project activities between office and field teams.

Communicate project updates and follow up on outstanding items.

Project Documentation

Maintain project documentation, including contracts, permits, dig tickets, change orders, plans, specifications, and reports.

Help maintain accurate project records and ensure documentation is completed on time.

Prepare spreadsheets, reports, correspondence, and other project documentation.

Review project information and communicate updates to the appropriate team members.

Field & Project Coordination

Work closely with Superintendents, Foremen, Project Managers, and Construction Management.

Assist with coordinating subcontractors, vendors, materials, equipment, and other project resources.

Review project plans and specifications and identify information that may require clarification.

Help identify potential project issues and communicate them to the Project Manager.

Support field leadership with project-related coordination and administrative needs.

Project Tracking

Assist with tracking project costs, production, schedules, and other project information.

Help monitor project milestones and deadlines.

Follow up on open items to help keep projects moving.

Assist with change orders and other project-related documentation.

What You'll Bring

2+ years of construction industry experience required.

Previous experience as a Project Coordinator, Project Assistant, Construction Coordinator, or similar role preferred.

Experience in underground utilities, telecommunications, civil construction, or related construction is preferred.

Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and project specifications.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Ability to prioritize multiple projects, deadlines, and competing demands.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent attention to detail.

Strong problem-solving skills.

Ability to work effectively with both office and field personnel.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment.

Ability to learn new construction and project management software.

What Will Set You Apart

Underground utility construction experience.

Fiber optic or telecommunications experience.

Natural gas or electrical utility experience.

Experience with permits, dig tickets, change orders, or construction documentation.

Experience working directly with Superintendents or Project Managers.

OSHA training or certification.

Construction management or project management education.

Experience with construction project management software.