Construction Coodinator

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K&K is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to lead industrial equipment installation and facility projects within a manufacturing environment. This role manages projects from scope through completion, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead equipment installation and modification projects end-to-end
• Develop scope and support contract & field order negotiations
• Oversee installation of:
  • Robot/jig cells, conveyors, transfer systems
  • HVAC, exhaust, cooling water, lighting, utilities
  • Hoists, overhead rail, AGVs (as applicable)
• Manage general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, and plant leadership
• Monitor safety, schedule, and budget performance
• Conduct onsite inspections and ensure spec compliance
• Support machine specs and procurement activities
• Drive resolution of field issues and maintain project momentum
• Provide project close-out and lessons learned

Requirements

• Technical school or equivalent experience
• Industrial construction/project management experience
• Experience managing contractors and subcontractors
• Hands-on exposure to industrial equipment (robots, conveyors, HVAC, piping, hoists)
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to work off-shifts/weekends as needed

Preferred

• Automotive manufacturing experience
• Electrical or controls background
• Experience with machine specs, procurement, AGVs, or automated systems

Technical Skills

• Excel, Word, MS Project (required)
• AutoCAD (required – basic manipulation/printing)

Ideal Candidate

• Strong field leadership presence
• Comfortable driving contractors and holding schedules
• Thrives in fast-paced, hands-on environments