Field Construction Coordinator

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MGE Underground, Inc.

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Yuba City, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Field Construction Coordinator supports construction crews by managing project documentation, timecards, and site survey requests. They act as a critical link between the field and office to ensure project accuracy and safety compliance.

Qualifications

MGE Underground is seeking a Field Construction Coordinator to support construction crews and project management from Yuba City to Chico. Key requirements include a High School Diploma/GED, proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication skills, and the ability to learn new software. Construction administration or utility industry experience is preferred.

Job Description

About MGE
MGE Underground is a growing utility infrastructure contractor serving utility companies from our Paso Robles headquarters and regional hubs throughout California. Our mission is to support our clients’ expanding utility and infrastructure requirements by positioning MGE as the leading provider of innovative construction solutions at the best value.

Our Core Values
Safety | Continuous Development | Respect | Integrity | Performance | Trust | Fun

How You Can Make an Impact

The Field Construction Coordinator will primarily be on site with the construction crews covering jobs from Yuba City to Chico. This role is expected to work a schedule that typically consists of 10-hour days, with start times as early as 6:30 a.m. May be required to work weekends when necessary.  This position supports the General Foreman with required project documentation, timecards, and pre-fielding activities. The role works closely with project management and serves as a critical link between the field and office. A strong commitment to safety, including actively promoting and enforcing safe work practices in the field at all times, is a must. 

This position requires extensive travel, and the show-up location is subject to change based on the demands of business. 

How You Will Contribute
  • Work in the field to support construction crews.
  • Mark out & submit USA tickets and site survey requests.
  • Support construction crews during the construction phase to safely deliver a quality product.
  • Gather close-out documentation from the field, compile and submit As-Builts and completion packs to clients, and ensure 100% accuracy.
  • Interpret blueprints/specs/drawings, and order supplies and materials pertinent to the project.
  • Assist with inventory and deliveries.
  • Coordinate with the field crew and project management regarding any red-line changes
  • Coordinate with the field crew to gather all required backup documentation, including LME signatures, pictures, etc., needed for completion packs, go-backs, and invoicing
  • Create, update, and submit crew timecards.
  • Support pre-construction activities, including all dependencies to set up jobs for a timely construction start.
  • Create Time & Material bills for extra work as required.
  • Coordinate with project management to confirm that upcoming jobs are cleared and ready for construction

What You Bring to the Table
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Ability to quickly learn and utilize HCSS Heavy Job Field Management Software
  • Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • The ability to work a flexible schedule based on the job, which can include weekends, overtime, or shift work on an as-needed basis.

Your Prior Experience
  • Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Preferred: Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
  • Preferred: 1-2 years of Construction Administration or related experience, preferably in the construction utility industry.
  • Required: Valid Class C Driver’s License; with no driving restrictions. 

Our Competitive Package
Pay: $31 - $33 per hour
This pay range is our competitive compensation at the time of this job posting. Your pay will be determined based on experience, education, skills, and applicable knowledge.

Above and Beyond Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • 401K 
  • Vacation accruals for all non-exempt employees in addition to ten paid company holidays.
  • Multiple monitors, standing desks, and other ergonomic equipment to match your work style.
  • Monthly birthday celebrations, team lunches, company-wide employee recognition events, and other employee engagement opportunities.
  • Employer-sponsored learning/career development opportunities and conferences/seminars.
  • Employee Assistance Program: no-cost counseling, legal consultation, financial consultation, ID recovery, emotional well-being resources, dependent care resources, and crisis consultation.
     
Additional Information
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Affirmative Action/EEO
MGE Underground is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristics.

Pre-Employment and Physical Requirements
Successful applicants must pass a drug screen and background check before beginning employment. This role may require:
  • Primarily working in a field/job site environment.
  • Occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions.
  • Occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds.
  • Prolonged periods of standing and walking
  • Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, climbing. *
*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Other Duties
Your duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, based on the company’s needs.
 

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MGE Underground, Inc.

MGE Underground, Inc. is a Customer-Focused Utility Contractor doing business throughout the State of California. MGE is in the business of building lasting relationships with discerning clients who demand excellence in performance, safety and quality of work. Our actions are driven by our core values: Safety, Continuous Development, Respect, Integrity, Performance, Trust and Fun. These values drive our culture which is our competitive advantage. MGE utilizes advanced project management software which is integrated with field reporting, estimating and accounting systems. This means near real-time cost controls and reporting are available for the managers, field supervisors and customers. We place a high importance on scheduling , documentation and invoice accuracy. We can add value through early involvement at the design level, up to and including design-build. Our clients operate in a unique industry with specialized needs. Performance in supplier diversity, environmental responsibility, accurate spend forecasting, ease of doing business, safety tracking and QA/QC are all areas we take responsibility for driving in collaboration with our clients. MGE provides class leading service through skilled, engaged employees who understand that our core purpose is to serve our client’s needs. Doing this safely and efficiently is something for which each of our employees holds personal responsibility. MGE operates with an open-book management style and our incentive program is based on the concept of Ownership Thinking, where employees are trained to think and act like owners of the Company. MGE has worked hard to create a culture of continuous development. We celebrate our wins, we learn from our mistakes and we share lessons-learned. We currently hold the following licenses: Class A-General Engineering Contractor Class C-10 Electrical Contractor Golden Shovel Certified ISNetworld Member OQ Qualified through Veriforce HAZ-Hazardous Substances Removal
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