Junior Construction Manager

LINKAN'S FOCUS

Linkan is a custom solutions provider for complex water problems. We specialize in water treatment projects related to the mining industry and beyond.

WHY LINKAN?

At Linkan, we are an employee-owned (ESOP) company, which means every person has a real stake in our success. We think and act like owners because we are owners-sharing in the responsibility, pride, and long-term value we build together.

Guided by our core values-Problem Solvers, Ownership, Teamwork, and Adaptable-we collaborate, innovate, and take responsibility for delivering high-quality results for our clients.

When you join Linkan, you join a team of owners committed to meaningful work and long-term success.

Job Description

The Construction Coordinator supports the successful construction of water treatment facilities by working directly in the field to assist project managers, construction managers, engineers, contractors, and site crews. This role bridges design intent and field execution by coordinating daily construction activities, tracking progress, supporting quality and safety compliance, and ensuring work is completed according to Linkan standards.

Essential duties include:

• Provide daily on-site support for construction of water treatment systems, including mechanical, electrical, piping, civil, and process components.
• Coordinate activities between Linkan, subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and client representatives.
• Track procurement status, lead times, and delivery dates for long-lead and critical materials.
• Support project procurement activities by preparing purchase requests, tracking approvals, and coordinating with the Project Manager and procurement team.
• Assist with field layout, material staging, and workflow planning to keep construction progressing efficiently.
• Serve as a point of contact for field questions related to drawings, specifications, and sequencing.
• Track daily and weekly construction progress and communicate updates to the Project Manager.
• Assist with short-interval planning, look-ahead schedules, and coordination of upcoming work.
• Identify potential schedule conflicts or delays and help develop solutions with the project team.
• Assist with field inspections to ensure work is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, and Linkan quality standards.
• Support punch list development, tracking, and closeout.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, photos, material tracking, and field documentation.
• Assist with as-built markups and turnover documentation.
• Support Linkan's safety program by ensuring field activities comply with company, client, and regulatory safety requirements.
• Participate in daily safety meetings, FLRAs, and site audits.
• Promote a culture of safety and ownership on job sites.
• Coordinate delivery, staging, and installation of equipment and materials.
• Track materials and notify the project team of shortages or issues.
• Assist with vendor coordination and equipment commissioning support.
• Assist engineers and operators during system startup, testing, and commissioning.
• Support troubleshooting and field modifications as needed.
• Help transition projects from construction to operations.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Specific skills and experience are as follows:

• 1-3 years of experience in construction, industrial projects, utilities, water/wastewater, or similar field environments preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management or related field preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, P&IDs, and specifications
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Willingness to work in the field and travel to project sites as needed
• Experience with water treatment, industrial process systems, or mechanical/electrical installations preferred
• Familiarity with construction scheduling, daily reports, and field documentation preferred
• Ability to work in active construction environments
• Ability to walk job sites, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and remote locations
• This position requires regular travel to active project sites, including remote locations, and the ability to work on-site for extended periods as project schedules require.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.