Field Construction Coordinator

K&A Power Group is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources.
We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with our employees, clients and communities, wherever they are in the world.


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We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Field Construction Coordinator to join our team at K&A Power Group in Geneva, Hornell, Fillmore, and Mechanicville, New York. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You'll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.


Role Expectations:

• Field Support to Resolve Problems Being Proactive
• Must do Reporting Weekly Report, Monthly Reports, tracking of weekly PayId's completed.
• Monitor Schedule - Look Ahead vs. PM
• Attend the contractor's Safety, Environment and Quality meetings; provide a tip in the onsite meeting.
• Maintain and update as needed the onsite H&S, Environment and Quality project binder.
• Be organized, and document all project progress to provide a good paper trail
• Review contractor invoices and schedules and provide feedback.
• Conduct weekly project progress meeting. Request the contractor two week look ahead schedule at each weekly meeting.
• Present onsite when work is being performed (make frequent observation of contractor's activities).
• Immediate notification to PM of all problems or foreseeable issues throughout construction, or any complaint presented by the general public.
• Coordinate Material delivery between Customer Stockroom, and Contractor.
• Inspect all project related construction material for damage and completeness for the project execution.
• Inspect work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications, quality and adherence to construction schedules.
• Facilitate resolving construction problems, discrepancies, procedures, and methods by working with engineering personnel, inspectors, contractors and suppliers. Must have strong communications skills.
• Minimize Change Orders. Support Project Manager to review any requested Change
• Orders/Notices or other claims submitted by Construction Contractors which relate to additional payments, schedule adjustments or other modifications to the Project, and make such recommendations to the PM regarding the legitimacy of such claims and review the
• Construction Contractor's proposed mitigation.
• Review and understand the project documentation and any related documentation and provide input to enhance the constructability of the Project, taking into account schedule, cost and quality considerations.
• Maintain a daily on-site as-build project plans.
• Continuously communicate (written and verbally) with the associated PM.
• Adhere to company policies, programs and procedures as well as Critical Infrastructure
• Protection (CIP). Ensure all requirements are maintained throughout the project execution
• Promote a proactive safety culture by encouraging open communication, reporting unsafe conditions, and suggesting improvements to safety practices.
• Diligently ensure compliance with safety regulations, conducting safety inspections, and identifying potential hazards to mitigate risks and maintain a safe working environment for all personnel.

What we're looking for:

• Minimum of five (5) years experience in progressive related electric utility industry experience, with transmission facilities construction management
• Two (2) years of college is preferred
• Construction Project Engineer Background Preferred
• Distribution line work experience required
• MS Suite Required with high competency in MS Excel
• Knowledge of NRA clearances and switching orders would be beneficial
• Applicants should have the knowledge, experience and skills needed to review project plans, specifications, contract enforcement, and applicable technical standards, OSHA and other regulatory statutes.
• Detailed work experience in electrical Utility transmission UV/OV & civil construction
• Must have current US Work authorization and valid US Driver License in good standing
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory capacity experience
• Knowledge of GPS Systems & knowledge of SAP are preferred
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings and convey interpretations to contractors
• Ability to investigate and solve construction problems in a timely manner with minimum dependence on others
• Computer and Administrative skills
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Must be able and willing to attend training in E-STAR/CONVEX (switching and tagging).
• Initiate distribution outage requests for project work through E-STAR and/or CONVEX

Pay Range $40$46/an hour

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.


Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.


Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.


Recognition & Growth: We've earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.


Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offeracomprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with company match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

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The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.