Trans Construction Coord

American Electric Power; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 74,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is hiring a Construction Coordinator to coordinate transmission construction activities and support the Construction Manager with tracking, reporting and department goals.

The role involves onboarding new TCRs, facilitating meetings, and maintaining project updates, with a focus on safety and training in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or business with 2 years' experience in project construction management or equivalent.
• Associate's degree in construction management or business with 4 years' experience in project construction management.
• High School graduate with GED with 8 years in project construction management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities supporting the Transmission Construction Representatives and assist with project tracking and reporting.
• Assist with onboarding new TCRs and prepare access requests.
• Facilitate meetings and coordinate logistics for the Construction Management group.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proficient computer skills

Collaboration across departments

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or business

Associate's degree in construction management or business

High School diploma with GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Apple products

Job description

Job Summary

Coordinate the functions of the transmission construction department by assisting the field TCR's with project updates, schedule updates, invoice processing, and project reporting. Assist the department manager with the department labor budget and associated reporting.

Job Description

What you’ll Do:

The Construction Coordinator position is responsible for coordinating the project activities that support the Transmission Construction Representatives (TCRs) and assisting the Construction Lead Prin. and Construction Manager with project tracking, reporting and completion of department goals.

• Collaborate with other Transmission departments to collect and organize information needed to track active and future Construction Management projects

• Assist Construction Lead Prin. with onboarding new TCRs

• Prepare and track application access requests needed by TCRs and other Construction Management employees

• Facilitate departmental meetings and TCR conferences.

• Secure meeting location and handle logistics of meetings.

• Oversee meeting agendas and presentations as required by the Construction Manager and Construction Lead Prin..

• Assist with departmental training on computer applications used by the Construction Management group, including iPad training and other new technology and company programs.

• Ensure TCRs issue in-service advisories on a timely basis and provide timely project updates in the Team Member application.

• Create reports from various data applications as required by the Construction Manager or Construction Lead Prin. to support safety and departmental goals.

• Help track and monitor AEP access to substations and facilities as required by the Construction Management department, including serving as an E-Key Captain.

• Help ensure department is meeting its assigned goals with regards to safety, KEY Learning, culture initiatives and training.

• Train and Mentor new Construction Coordinators.

• Perform safety observations in the field; be familiar with one-lines and the types of construction contracts.

• Assist with regional storm support by collecting contractor headcount and equipment information to be distributed to the Construction Manager and Construction Lead Prin.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunity for advancement. The minimal qualifications outlined below apply to the Transmission Construction Coordinator, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Transmission Construction Coordinator SRs.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or business Degree with 2 years' experience in project construction management

• Associate's degree in construction management or business with 4 years' experience in project construction management

• High School graduate with GED with 8 years in project construction management

Other Requirements:

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with field construction personnel.

• Must have proficient computer skills.

• Good analytical skills to analyze report data

• Able to collaborate with numerous AEP departments and contract personnel in the field

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and Apple products

What You’ll Get:

Salary Range (Grade 6): $73,828 - $92,284 per year
Salary Range (Grade 7): $86,783 - $108,480 per year

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$74,551.00 - $109,543.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.