Construction Coordinator

Energize your future by joining our team at Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC)! NOVEC's mission is to create value for its members, employees and communities by providing safe, reliable electricity and quality products at competitive prices. NOVEC is a locally owned electric distribution system headquartered in Manassas, VA. NOVEC provides reliable electric service to more than 180,000 homes and businesses in Clarke, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun, Prince William and Stafford counties, the City of Manassas Park, and the Town of Clifton. NOVEC's service reliability is the best in the region with a 99.99% average system reliability. As a leader on the high-tech frontier, NOVEC is using proven, cost-effective technology to improve productivity and reliability, reduce expenses, and increase cybersecurity - a national priority. Today's technology includes what the industry calls "smart grid", as well as fiber optics, and mobile workforce. OVERVIEW: The Construction Coordinator - Construction oversees and facilitates the installation of overhead and underground distribution and overhead transmission facilities for a project to ensure contractors are fulfilling all obligations and that work is carried out according to approved contracts, specifications, and schedules. Serves as a liaison with the Construction Supervisor reporting on inspections, subcontracting, progress, and delays. The Construction Coordinator - Construction pro-actively identifies and works to resolve any site issues that may impact schedule or impede the project delivery. Provides technical knowledge and input to assist NOVEC or customer contractors. The Construction Coordinator - Construction is responsible for organizing, scheduling, tracking, assist in closing activities and providing construction resources required in planning, designing and constructing distribution and transmission construction and maintenance projects. This position will be responsible for ensuring the completion of electric infrastructure projects on time and within authorized budgets. In addition, this person will be required to work closely with internal NOVEC management, external consultants, contractors, customers, government authorities and stakeholders to coordinate activities, develop and manage project schedules and identify issues, concerns and obstacles that must be addressed and resolved to advance the project. The position will be responsible for reviewing project expenditures such as third party labor and material invoices, contractor timesheets, customer construction contributions and internal accounting transactions. The Construction Coordinator - Construction will be responsible for organizing and scheduling meetings and conference calls to coordinate work activities with each entity having work responsibility in the project such as design, permitting, construction, and activity closeout of the project. The Construction Coordinator - Construction will be responsible for working closely with the Construction Supervisor, Construction Manager and System Engineering and Planning to develop distribution and transmission projects budget for the purposes of documentation for the three-year Short Range Work Plan. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other related duties may be assigned. An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and effectively. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Develop budgets, create and document project performance, status and financial reports. Understand RUS work plan and construction borrowing and loan requirements. Coordinate contract specifications, bidding and bid evaluations. Work directly with civil engineering and geotechnical firms to facilitate and monitor construction. Review and provide recommendations to proposed change orders. Coordinate with internal or contract project engineer to monitor electric infrastructure construction, specifications and construction cost. Coordinate construction contractors work activities and approve contractor timesheets. Process invoices and authorize payment to accurately allocate costs. Understand and evaluate engineering designs, material specification and design cost estimates. Coordinate delivery of construction material and equipment to construction site or warehouse. Verify material, equipment, and labor properly charged to project activities. Establish and verify construction baselines prior to start of construction projects. Coordinate with System Operations to develop switching orders for project construction. Communicate verbally and in written form project information to internal NOVEC employees, NOVEC contractors, NOVEC customers, government entities and third party builders and developers. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma with 10+ years of relevant electric power experience is required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in project management or construction management is preferred. 6+ years of high voltage electric power transmission or medium voltage distribution construction management related experience is required. Project Management Professional certification preferred. Demonstrated ability to coordinate the activities and work closely with several different parties on large infrastructure projects. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to function independently in a multi-task environment, as well as part of a team. Demonstrated ability to use analytical, financial and project management software. Demonstrated knowledge of all company policies and procedures as well as all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and mathematical skills. Demonstrated proficiency with general computer operation and Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with all levels within the organization. Demonstrated ability to anticipate and meet rapidly changing customer and business needs by quickly refocusing and realigning strategic and operational direction. Demonstrated knowledge of electric utility design, construction standards, and work processes. A demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others. Ability to develop and motivate a team. Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities. Demonstrated ability to think ahead and plan over a short and long-term focus. Demonstrated ability to read and understand civil engineering topological drawings and site plans. Demonstrated ability to read and understand electric one-line diagrams. Demonstrated ability to read and understand construction drawings and component installation. Demonstrated ability to identify and develop remediation plans to ensure project delivery goals. Demonstrated ability to read and understand financial and accounting reports. WHAT WE OFFER: Competitive salary and Incentive plan Premier health benefits, including an onsite wellness center. Survivor and Disability benefits 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% base salary match and an additional match of your contribution at a rate of 50% up to the first 12% Life insurance Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave Educational Assistance Annual Company Events If you're ready to take the next step towards advancing your career, apply today! NOVEC is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. We do not provide sponsorship for this position. The anticipated starting salary within the posted salary range will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's education, relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, internal equity, and market considerations.