Construction Project Specialist

2 weeks ago


Portland, Oregon, United States McKinstry Full time
Join Our Team as a Construction Project Specialist

Shape the future and ignite innovation while aligning your career with meaningful objectives. At McKinstry, we are dedicated to creating a sustainable planet.

Buildings significantly contribute to the climate crisis, accounting for nearly 40% of global energy-related carbon emissions. We are committed to making a positive impact in our industry and communities by tackling the pressing issues of climate change, affordability, and equity through:

  • Renewable energy solutions
  • Engineering and design excellence
  • Construction and facility management services

We are seeking a Construction Project Specialist to enhance our expanding Energy division.

Key Responsibilities:

In this position, you will:

  • Support project management by overseeing fiscal performance and complex project components.
  • Assist in developing the Scope of Work for subcontractors.
  • Coordinate field activities for both self-performed and subcontracted work.
  • Communicate effectively with subcontractors, architects, engineers, and clients to facilitate daily project operations.
  • Manage the development, processing, and tracking of equipment, material, and informational submittals.
  • Create and distribute Operations and Maintenance Manuals for clients.
  • Gain comprehensive knowledge of contracts, drawings, and specifications for assigned projects.
  • Assist in managing client and subcontractor change orders.
  • Maintain and update all project documentation.

A solid understanding of construction concepts is essential, along with the ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, contracts, proposals, and estimates.

Qualifications:

A BA/BS degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or a related field is required, or equivalent work experience.

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project is necessary; familiarity with SharePoint and Procore is preferred. Experience in customer service or office administration is also advantageous.

Benefits:

We offer:

  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with low or zero deductible options
  • Community service time
  • Onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

Compensation for this role is set at $84 per hour, classified as non-exempt and paid hourly. A bonus may be included as part of the compensation package, alongside a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, depending on the position.

McKinstry is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, and adhering to a Confidentiality Agreement, along with successful background and reference checks.

Applicants must possess current US Work Authorization and not require employer-sponsored VISA support to be considered for this role.



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