Mechanical Project Coordinator

Long-term contract role with potential duration through 2029, primarily on-site in Oklahoma City, OK.

About The Company

Our client is a leading organization overseeing large-scale industrial construction projects within the energy sector. They specialize in power generation and EPC construction, seeking an experienced Mechanical Coordinator to provide owner-side field oversight and ensure mechanical work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily mechanical construction activities to ensure work is progressing according to project plans and quality standards.
• Perform regular field inspections and identify workmanship or installation concerns requiring contractor attention.
• Track equipment installation, welding activities, inspections, testing, and overall construction progress.
• Create detailed daily field reports using Microsoft Excel, including labor tracking, progress updates, and photo documentation.
• Capture and organize project photos to support daily reports and maintain project records.
• Coordinate lockout/tagout (LOTO) activities with project leadership during construction activities.
• Review contractor work plans and verify mechanical installations meet project requirements.
• Coordinate inspections with quality personnel and assist in resolving field issues.
• Evaluate contractor performance, progress, and adherence to project commitments.
• Participate in daily and weekly project meetings, providing updates on construction progress, challenges, and upcoming work.
• Maintain organized project documentation using Microsoft Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, and other document management tools.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience supporting mechanical construction on EPC, power generation, heavy industrial, or similar large-scale projects.
• Previous owner-side construction oversight experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, equipment layouts, site plans, one-line diagrams, and construction drawings.
• Strong understanding of mechanical construction methods, inspections, and quality standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, filtering, formatting, charts, and pivot tables.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Experience documenting field observations through reports, annotated images, or PDFs.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.

Preferred

• Experience supporting combined-cycle or simple-cycle power generation projects.
• Familiarity with startup, commissioning, or outage activities.
• Experience using Primavera P6 Viewer or Microsoft Project.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.

Additional Details

• Primarily on-site position requiring daily field presence.
• Combination of office/trailer work and active construction site activities.
• Per diem available for eligible candidates.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required while working in the field.
• Safety-focused work environment with a strong emphasis on compliance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

Pay

Competitive pay based on experience.

Schedule

• Full-time, on-site role.
• Flexible schedule based on project demands.
• Overtime and weekend work may be required (minimum 5x10s as needed).

Perks

• Long-term project stability through 2029.
• Per diem available for qualifying travelers.
• Opportunity to support a major industrial construction project.
• Collaborative project team environment.
• Career growth through involvement in complex EPC construction projects.