Senior Project Coordinator

8:00am- 4:30pm with overtime as required during construction

Definition and Examples of Work

• Manages multiple construction projects including projects that are large, complex, and/or require a high degree of technical ability/knowledge.
• Manages collaboration and coordination with various project team members, general contractors, sub-contractors, engineering teams, consultants, Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP), and various KTA departments to maintain project schedules and to ensure projects progress in accordance with plans.
• Provides advanced construction oversite and inspects sites to ensure appropriate quality assurance on all processes.
• Provides project coordination support and/or advanced technical support to other KTA Departments.
• Assist engineers by gathering information, completing calculations, and preparing reports for review.
• Keeps documentation of work done on construction projects for quantity determination and quality control.
• Performs advanced CAD work on construction plans.
• Performs administrative duties such as project documentation and preparation of contractor pay estimates for construction projects.
• Participates in project meetings and maintains records of construction dates and project costs.
• Assists Maintenance Department with skills such as setting elevations or alignment.
• Additional duties may be assigned as business needs require.

Latitude and Impact of Position

This position works independently and as part of a team, including providing input and problem solving with others to complete tasks. Negotiation and persuasion is used with internal and external customers and/or vendors. Decision making is typically done independently in regard to decisions affecting the organizational work tasks. Successful completion of job tasks impacts operating and capital project costs, internal system, customer satisfaction, external company image/liability.

Work Environment

The work environment described here is representative of the general work environment for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Most work is done outdoors, exposed to all weather elements, loud noises and exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• Occasional work in an office setting.
• Occasionally exposed to chemicals.
• Personal protective equipment occasionally required.
• Occasionally required to work in high places (i.e. rooftops).

QUALIFICATION

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of standard and complex practices, methods, materials and safety precautions involved in construction projects.
• Knowledge of engineering operations such as leveling, alignment and quality control.
• Proficient in use of computers with Microsoft Windows and Office Suite.
• Ability to manage and lead support services throughout various internal departments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects including large and/or complex construction projects.
• Ability to work with CAD and operate standard tools in the engineering profession.
• Ability to use small hand tools, shovel, level, tape, wheel, rod and other surveying / measuring equipment.
• Ability to read plans and specifications.
• Strong project management skills including ability to multi-task.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Familiar with general office equipment, telephones, printers, etc.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Associate's degree in civil engineering or construction, from an accredited technical college.
• Survey equipment

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eight to ten years of experience with construction project management.

Certification, License, Registration

• Valid driver license

Physical requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently moving about the worksite; including bending, turning, kneeling and squatting.
• Occasionally required to reach overhead involving climbing and balancing on stairs or ladders.
• Frequent use of hands to touch, handle or feel with repetitive gripping, pinching and squeezing.
• Must continuously lift, carry, push or pull up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally required lift and carry up to 75 pounds; and push or pull up to 100 pounds.
• Must have good vision up close (20 inches or less) and at a distance (20 feet or more).
• Must have good peripheral vision and depth perception with the ability to adjust focus.
• Must have the ability to distinguish colors, shapes and sound tones.

Other Requirements

• Frequent travel to job sites; occasional overnight travel
• Overtime
• Varied work schedule
• Work occasional holidays