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Burns & McDonnell

Express Interest in a 2027 Construction Coordinator Full-Time Role

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Recruitment began on June 9, 2026
and the job listing Expires on August 21, 2026
Full-Time, Highlighted Opportunities, OPT, Sponsor International Students Architecture, Construction & Planning
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Are you already thinking about your next opportunity? Burns & McDonnell is collecting information now for construction management & engineering candidates that are interested in potential 2027 full-time opportunities.

Fill out our interest form tied to this Handshake posting to get ahead before our formal applications come out in the fall!

Description:

The Construction Coordinator will assist with the administration of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, and field-based activities to execute Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) projects, construction management, and program management ventures. This position will work on a diverse array of projects across multiple industries including aviation, commercial building, electrical transmission & distribution, facility, manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation, process, and water.

  • Adhere to the company’s safety programs and policies and assist others with compliance.
  • Assist the Project team in building client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.
  • Assist the Project Management team execute prime contracts, downstream contracts, and change orders.
  • Assist with the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.
  • Assist with jobsite set-up activities, including mobilization and demobilization.
  • Assist with securing applicable project permits.
  • Coordinate potential bidders’ supplier/subcontractor registration and pre-qualification efforts on behalf of the Project Management team.
  • Assist the Project Management team to administer request for proposal (RFP) package development, bid and selection process, and develop detailed scope of work documents for downstream contracts.
  • Assist with contract administration including request for information (RFI’s), submittals, change management, and claims mitigation for subcontractors and/or client contractors
  • Support and assist with project controls efforts, including project cost reporting, scheduling, project work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout within the accounting system, and field progress tracking.
  • Assist with the development of internal and external reports including, project budgeting, cost reports, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports to all stakeholders.
  • Participate in project, corporate, and risk review meetings as needed, present as needed, and record and distribute meeting minutes.
  • Conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required.
  • Assist with the Prime Contract, subcontractor, and supplier invoicing process.
  • Establish and administer project documentation and filing systems.
  • Assist with the project turnover documentation, recordkeeping/retention, warranty administration and project closeout.
  • Assist with applicable onboarding of craft/field supervision.
  • Analyze and report composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
  • Assist with staffing on projects.
  • Analyze and monitor labor burdens including craft classifications, benefits and labor laws.
  • Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.
  • Uphold craft competency and training standards.
  • Assist with estimating, forecasting, and managing craft install unit rates.
  • Assist with managing earned value, schedule, change management and cost metrics.
  • Coordinate construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering or a related field required or applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
  • Required excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
  • Knowledge of document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must be able to meet company’s driving requirements.
  • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
  • Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

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