• Construction Project Coordinator

    Actalent (Salem, OR)


    Job Title: Construction Project CoordinatorJob Description

     

    The Construction Project Coordinator will support Construction Project Managers with new customer construction projects involving one of the state's largest utilities. The role entails managing projects from approved design through execution, including planning, scheduling, construction, energization, as-builts, restoration, and closeout. The coordinator will collaborate with various internal stakeholders, ensuring all project steps are completed promptly, balancing multiple tasks to meet customer expectations. The position requires interpreting and coordinating work across departments to fulfill project requirements, with some supervision.

    Responsibilities

    + Evaluate needs for easements and/or permits.

    + Verify field readiness for work execution.

    + Ensure material availability for timely construction.

    + Schedule field work orders to meet in-service expectations.

    + Update status, tasks, and dates in the Work-Management System.

    + Communicate with external and internal agencies and respond to stakeholder inquiries.

    + Troubleshoot and resolve design issues with internal design support consultation.

    Essential Skills

    + Construction management and project management experience.

    + Knowledge of company standards, tariffs, and applicable codes.

    + Familiarity with electrical systems and transmission and distribution construction standards.

    + Proficiency with computer tools, including AutoCAD and work management systems.

    + Ability to understand and apply engineering and design concepts.

    + Capability to plan, organize, design, coordinate, and manage multiple projects.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor's degree in business or related field with one year of project management experience; OR Associate Degree with three years of relevant experience; OR High School Diploma with five years of related experience.

    + Valid driver's license.

    + Basic knowledge of the utility industry.

    + Strong analytical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

    + Effective written and oral communication skills.

    Work Environment

    The position offers a hybrid work schedule, with work-from-home on Mondays and Fridays (potential fieldwork travel as needed) and office work at the Salem PGE office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The work environment includes both office and field settings.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Salem, OR.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Salem,OR.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.