Construction Coordinator
NiSource · South Bend, IN · 1 wk ago
Management$48.82–$53.3/hrFull-time
Job Summary
Responsible for coordinating and overseeing natural gas construction activities associated with new system installations, replacements, and related infrastructure projects. Ensures construction work is performed safely, efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. Partners with customers, contractors, engineering, field operations, vendors, municipalities, and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality project outcomes while maintaining a positive customer experience.Essential Functions
- Cook up and monitor natural gas construction projects, including mainline installations and replacements, service line work, meter relocations, house piping, and related system improvements.
- Make sure contractor compliance with construction plans, permitting requirements, testing procedures, tie-in plans, qualifications, certifications, and documentation standards.
- Conduct constructability reviews and recommend solutions to support safe and efficient project execution.
- Pass along construction schedules and project updates with customers, government agencies, municipalities, utilities, contractors, and internal partners.
- Maintain positive working relationships with contractors, customers, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders.
- Keep an eye out for project materials, coordinate deliveries, and address material shortages, damages, or excess inventory.
- Cook up specialized construction resources, including welders, directional bore crews, stopple crews, service technicians, and other field support personnel.
- Partner with engineering teams to manage project scope changes, cost estimate updates, and capital project reporting.
- Keep accurate construction records, including inspection documentation, testing records, billing support, mapping updates, as-built information, and project closeout documentation.
- Utilize project management tools and technology to track project progress and communicate status updates.
- Support emergency response activities, on-call assignments, overtime requirements, and other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Construction Coordinator 2: High School Diploma or GED. Minimum three (3) years of experience in natural gas construction, pipeline operations, utility construction, or a related field. Valid driver's license. Ability to work safely in construction environments and all weather conditions. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to learn applicable construction standards, operating procedures, and regulatory requirements. Ability to interpret construction drawings, operational maps, and project documentation. Willingness to work overtime, emergency assignments, and on-call responsibilities as needed.
- Construction Coordinator 3: High School Diploma or GED. Minimum three (3) years of experience in natural gas construction, pipeline operations, utility construction, or a related field. Valid driver's license. Demonstrated experience independently coordinating construction projects and managing multiple stakeholders. Working knowledge of natural gas distribution operations, construction standards, and applicable regulatory requirements. Experience interpreting construction drawings, operational maps, and engineering plans. Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with contractors, customers, municipalities, engineering teams, and field operations. Strong project coordination, documentation, and decision-making skills. Willingness to work overtime, emergency assignments, and on-call responsibilities as needed.
Preferred Additional Qualifications
- Experience in natural gas utility construction operations.
- Construction inspection experience.
- Experience maintaining construction field records and project documentation.
- Experience overseeing pipeline and utility construction activities.
- Experience coordinating or executing engineering-designed tie-in plans.
- Experience working with contractors and external construction vendors.
- Experience with Work Management Systems (WMS) and capital project administration.