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Skookum Contract Services Project Coordinator in Fort Riley, Kansas

Project Coordinator

Location: Fort Riley, Kansas - Total Facilities Maintenance (TFM)

Type: Exempt

Work Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift

Compensation: Competitive Wage Dependent on Experience

Benefits: Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Project Coordinator at Skookum include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

  • Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

  • 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave

  • Potential shared earning bonus

  • Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

  • Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

  • Verizon wireless discount

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Skookum is seeking an organized and motivated Project Coordinator with a professional attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

  • Duties include preparing information, drawings, plans and specifications to complete construction and repair projects.

  • Duties include development of project plans and specifications, planning documents, and other graphical representations where required.

  • Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors.

  • Must be able to manage projects as assigned.

  • Confer with engineers, architects, customers, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.

  • Completes Job Plans for in-house work orders and IQ including task development, bill of materials and supporting information, e.g. permits, safety.

  • Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.

  • Consult with clients, vendors, and/or foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.

  • Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.

  • Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project.

  • Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops.

  • Review material and labor requirements to decide whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase components.

  • Review and inputting project data through Maximo.

  • Must be available for after hours on call responsibilities.

  • Maintain professionalism in both appearance and demeanor.

  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel, and Maximo

  • On-Call is a requirement

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience with maintenance and construction materials, methods, practices, and costs.

  • Must have experience with CMMS (Ticket Tracking Systems)

  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, and Computer Automated Drawings (CAD) preferred.

  • Project management skills preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

  • Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

  • May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.

  • Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.

  • Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

  • Valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum’s insurance.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Per our government contract “2.1.11.3 All Contractor employees shall be legal U.S. residents. The Contractor shall immediately remove an employee that is not a legal U.S. resident. The Contractor personnel shall be able to communicate clearly in the English language.”

To Apply : Visit our website at www.skookum.org to complete an application.

Current Employees : need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance.

Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process.

I f you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email recruiting@skookum.org .

Skookum is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Skookum participates in E-Verify

Please submit a resume if you do not currently see an opportunity but are interested in working for Skookum

Skookum has carried forward our social mission "creating opportunities for people with disabilities" in all that we aspire to be. From our humble beginnings in small-town America, we have grown to be the best value provider of choice in the defense industrial complex and aerospace manufacturing sectors. Skookum does this by first investing in our people.

Skookum’s customers rely on Skookum to consistently deliver a quality product on time so that the customer in turn can accomplish their jobs. This drives Skookum’s core value proposition – We meet our mission when our customer meets their mission.

This philosophy is critical to our success as a team. At Skookum, we work diligently to sharpen our leaders’ skills so they can provide exceptional client support. Skookum is dedicated to ensuring specialized recruitment, career advancement, and job training methods are employed across the nation. Skookum is a national leader in Disability and Veteran recruitment, hiring, and retention.

We offer competitive wages and benefits, including providing professional growth opportunities. Working at Skookum is not just a job; it's a career to be proud of that allows us to positively influence others' lives each day! We currently support over 1,300 employees in 13 states, and we are growing every day across the nation.

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