Preconstruction Coordinator

In this critical role, you will assist the Preconstruction team preparing projects for handoff to the construction team to ensuring the resources and documents are coordinated and organized as per the scope presented. The ideal candidate will utilize an in depth understanding of Knobelsdorff processes and procedures to ensure projects are completed accurately, on time and within budget.

This is an on-site position located in our Oglesby, IL office.

Responsibilities

• Experience with Project and Construction coordination, to include estimating, planning, scheduling, cost management, materials/purchasing, operations and maintenance.
  
  
  
  • Knowledge of concepts, practices, procedures, and industry requirements.
    
    
    
    • Assist the Preconstruction Manager with budget administration, analysis, forecasting and project performance evaluation.
    
    
    • Assist with conducting historical analysis of projects of similar scope and size.
    
    
    • Conduct a post project completion profitability analysis for record.
    
    
    • Assist with analyzing subcontractor quotes, prepares construction documents, and administers regulatory requirements i.e. procuring project permits/bonds.
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Work professionally with clients, vendors, employees, managers and supervisors
  
  
  • Lead design reviews through the project life cycle
  
  
  • Work with Purchasing/Preconstruction/Construction/Estimating to review and approve equipment and material specifications
  
  
  • Lead design and page-turn meetings as projects require
  
  
  • Capture design improvements and ensures they are incorporated into future works
  
  
  • Finalize Bill of Materials for material procurement.
  
  
  • Review project scope requirements, and assist the development of plans, and overall project budget.
  
  
  • Track and manage project deliverables, submittals, critical project timeline elements.
  
  
  • Develop and implement project procedures, schedules, and standards in our project system.
  
  
  • Provide technical assistance such as interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods, specify and order materials, tools, and equipment.
  
  
  • Coordinates project requirements to subcontractors, suppliers, project managers, construction managers, and others on the project team
  
  
  • Assist and support with pre-construction preparation and coordination.
  
  
  • Assists with the preparation of the pre-construction schedule, and creation of the turnover documents for the construction team
  
  
  • Manage project files, drawings, documents and records in our project system.
  
  
  • Assist with the design/preconstruction phase utilizing the application of software applications, and best practices.
  
  
  • Create, prepare and coordinate: reports, trackers, deliverables, status reports, meeting minutes, and other materials as needed
    
  
  
  
  

 Qualifications

• The requirements listed in job descriptions are guidelines, not fixed rules. You do not have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification listed. If you feel you are an excellent candidate, we encourage you to apply!


• A bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Competency in Microsoft applications included Word, Excel, Outlook, Sharepoint, and Procore.


• A knowledge of electrical, photovoltaic (solar) construction and/or automation.


• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.


• Willing to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time.


• Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs.


• Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at [email protected].

 Why Work for Knobelsdorff

In the early 1980s, in a small garage on a plot of family-owned land, Knobelsdorff Enterprises began. At the beginning KE was a small operation, serving local agricultural and industrial facilities. Three decades of hard work, and a commitment to excellence has grown KE into four divisions. Teamwork, and dedication to our core values has expanded our operations nationwide and have grown to surpass 500 employees. We continue to grow, and drive success with the same steadfast dedication, and core values since the start. Join us today!

• We offer our employees a career with plenty of room to grow. We offer customizable training programs, and educational stipends so employees can continue to develop.


• Great benefits with a wide selection of options to choose from. Our benefit package includes a competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid health, dental, life, long-term disability, vacation, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match


• We offer an unparalleled culture that allows employees a work/home balance that fits their lifestyle choices. We have paid vacation based on years of service, as well as unpaid vacation to meet your own work/life balance choices.


• We have full time work booked years in advance to offer you sustainable employment.


• For more about our culture visit our careers page at https://www.knobelsdorffenterprises.com/careers

EEO

Knobelsdorff is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

• Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.


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