Principal Construction Coordinator

OVERVIEW Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Principal Construction Coordinator to contribute to our mission supporting our work at SRNS in Aiken, SC. L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family. POSITION DESCRIPTION Represents construction management on the project team and has ownership of the more complex projects and / or work authorizing documents (WAD) technical, cost and schedule baselines. Administer and ensure compliance with elements of the direct hire or subcontract management program on a site-wide basis. ​​​​​Develop programmatic changes and enhancements to the subcontract management program in order to satisfy DOE concerns and directives on a site-wide basis. Interface with facility management for work scope, estimate approvals and funding distribution and with project controls and construction execution for scope development, estimate preparation and approval and construction planning. Coordinate all aspects of assigned complex construction projects and maintenance orders to their overall successful completion by ensuring that construction efficiency is optimized from conceptual design to financial closing. Review and evaluate labor and material cost reports and identify positive and negative variances to total budgets and annual operating plans. Validate alignment of technical scope with baseline schedule and project / CMO estimate for constructability and approval of baseline schedule and estimates. Participate in establishment and approval of technical, schedule and cost baselines for projects and CMO's. Perform comprehensive review and evaluation of preliminary scope, design, schedules, and estimates for new projects to determine constructability and accuracy. Through use of experience and knowledge while monitoring progress of projects and maintenance orders, identify problems / potential problems to the technical / cost / schedule baselines and implement the necessary corrective actions. Interface with project management, DOE, design, procurement, field management and superintendents at different team levels to accomplish milestones in a safe and cost effective manner. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 11 - 13 years of practical experience in construction. In depth knowledge of construction costs, scheduling and the ability to develop or evaluate construction strategies and techniques. An Associate's degree 13 - 15 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent. A high school diploma and 15 - 18 years of practical experience would also be considered equivalent. ​​ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge and understanding of project management and project planning at the tactical level is ideal, along with SRS experience Strong knowledge of operations, maintenance, or project startup and construction management and construction subcontracts Full understanding of site procedures are required Ability to fulfill and promote L&A Core Values. Must be a US Citizen. D esired Qualifications Performed work with Engineering and Procurement to assure the incorporation of plans, constructability items and review comments into design documents, purchase orders and subcontracts before issuance to construction, vendors, and subcontractors. Reviewed, evaluated, recommended, and provided input (for final approval by the Construction Manager) typical front-end construction planning items. Performed estimates on the number and classification of construction personnel that will be required for the duration of the project; prepare initial staffing curves with Project Controls assistance. Assisted in the development of a labor strategy and have significant experience with managing construction personnel. Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred. LOCATION Position will be on-site in Aiken, SC. PF-81 Evaluation Criteria: Price and Cost to Company: 20% Past Performance: 0% Technical Acceptability: 80% Duration of the Contract: (1) YEAR WITH THE OPTION TO EXTEND FOR TWO (2) ADDITIONAL ONE (1) YEAR OPTION YEARS Estimates Hours Per Year: 2000 ST / 600 OT Anticipated Work Schedule: Mon-Thu, 6 am - 4:30 pm (4/10's) Onsite or Remote? Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Duration of the Contract: One (1) year with the option to extend for two (2) additional one (1) year options Estimates Hours Per Year: 2,000ST / 200OT Anticipated Work Schedule: 4 10 hour shifts Monday through Thursday. Shift can change with managerial approval Onsite or Remote? Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense. 100% onsite. SALARY AND BENEFITS As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more. L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.