What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Coordinator position at MasTec Utility Services?
Company Summary
MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients.
MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.
MasTec Utility Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MUS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.
Job Summary
The Project Coordinator will provide critical support to the operations team by managing, coordinating, billing, and tracking all aspects of streetlight installation, maintenance, and repair projects. This individual will serve as a liaison between field crews, subcontractors, customer representatives, and internal management to ensure jobs are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contract requirements.
Responsibilities
• Coordinate daily work schedules for streetlight crews based on issued work orders and customer priorities.
• Track job progress from assignment to completion, ensuring timely documentation and closeout.
• Submit required documentation, including as-builts, field notes, site photos, and customer reports.
• Assist in resolving field issues such as access restrictions, customer complaints, or scope changes.
• Update project tracking systems, WMS platforms, and internal databases with real-time progress.
• Review work orders for accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with contract specifications.
• Ensure all jobs are billed correctly and on time, verifying accuracy of billing units and documentation prior to submittal.
Qualifications
Minimum
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• 2 years of experience in project coordination, utility construction, or similar projects preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills a plus.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, such as Outlook and Excel, with intermediate to advanced spreadsheet capabilities.
• Ability to read construction drawings, schematics, and work orders.
Preferred
• Prior experience working on utility contracts or streetlight maintenance programs.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is primarily sedentary, with some filing or lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).