Construction Coordinator

NiSource•Zanesville, OH

7d•$49 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

Supports the construction activities associated with new natural gas system installation or replacement projects. Coordinates with customers, contractors, communications, vendors, construction leadership, welders, engineering, field operations and integration center to ensure customer focused safe and cost-effective construction.

Requirements

High School Diploma
3 years mainline / serviceline experience
Ability to work safely on construction work sites
Ability to learn distribution operations policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state and local codes/regulations
Ability to learn metering/pipefitting
Working knowledge of and experience using a computer
Self-motivated with the ability to work with little direct supervision and make sound, independent decisions
Ability to plan, prioritize and organize, including attention to detail to generate accurate and timely daily-progress records and as-built project sketches
Ability to communicate clearly both writing and speech
Ability to learn how to interpret construction drawings and operations maps
Must be willing and able to accept shift. On-call, emergency response, emergency assignments and work overtime.
Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across business unit boundaries (e.g. field operations, technical operations, Integration center), as well as build rapport with contractors and customers
DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in natural gas construction operations
Prior experience working on construction sites maintaining field records
SAP experience in executing design capital job orders, progress reports and job inquiries
Prior experience in overseeing the installation of pipelines as designed,
Prior experience executing engineering designed tie-in plans.
Construction inspection experience
Experience working with pipeline contactors

Responsibilities

Manages efficient, safe and quality construction on mainline installation and replacement, serviceline work, meter move-outs, house piping and service line replacement
Observe contractor adherence to construction plan related to customer notification, permit changes, documented tie-in plans, documented test records, uprate plans and contractor qualifications, certifications, and ensures proper documentation
Conduct constructability reviews.
Notifies governmental agencies, other utilities and customers of construction schedule.
Creates and maintains valued relationships with government entities, industry associates, company affiliates and contractors
Works across geographic boundaries whenever necessary
Assists with reviewing and processing invoices for subcontractors and vendors not paid through WMS
Records construction practices used during installation (i.e. directional boring logs, sewer lateral inspections, customer service installation method, x-ray records, etc.)
Monitors and orders, when necessary, materials needed and used on the job.
Coordinates weekly job site deliveries from 3rd party vendor to contractor.
Communicates delivery issues and monitors lost, damaged and excess materials
Coordinates need for welder, stopple crew, directional bore crew, service technicians, etc. with the Integration Center
Partners with engineers and engineering technicians to develop capital job order scope changes and cost estimate revisions.
Assists in capital job order completion reports
Effectively uses technology, tools and planning techniques to track and communicate project status
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.
Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.
Treat others with respect and consideration.
Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.
ADA Accommodations If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at [email protected] or 1-888-640-3320
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program.
Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries.
Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers.
Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
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