Small Construction Project Coordinator

About the role

Amentum is recruiting a Small Construction Project Coordinator for the IDIQ & Construction Services Directorate, supporting the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering Contract (CMOE) at NASA Langley Research Center. The position reports directly to the Program Manager and involves coordinating small construction projects from request through close-out, with a mix of office work and occasional visits to test facilities and construction sites.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate construction projects from initial request to completion and close-out, including planning and estimating, subcontractor coordination, contract awarding and minor construction management
• Track schedules and costs, verify work on site and communicate constantly with the customer
• Create independent construction estimates using tools such as RSMeans Construction Cost Data
• Read engineered drawings and specifications to define project scope, and help develop drawings and specifications
• Write business letters, correspondence and reports with correct grammar, punctuation and spelling
• Apply project management principles and make decisions in person-to-person relationships with little oversight

Required profile

• U.S. citizenship required; must obtain and maintain a security clearance and hold a valid Real ID-compliant identification
• Two years of college with courses in engineering or associated disciplines, and six years of related experience preferred; additional education or construction project management experience may substitute for a total of eight years
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction trades, with an emphasis on mechanical/HVAC, and experience in building and systems construction and construction cost estimating preferred
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing, with visual aids, and to work in a team atmosphere
• Physical ability to walk, stand, climb, lift up to 35 lbs and work in noisy environments; PPE and training provided

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of project management principles and methods
• Plus: AutoCAD and MAXIMO

What we offer

• Salary of $77,000, with actual pay depending on experience, skills and market conditions
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement and parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan, tax-saving options, disability and life insurance, and pet insurance