HukariAscendent is a Women-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and other Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.

Job Title: Principal Construction Coordinator

Submission Deadline: December 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM EST

Contract Duration: One (1) Year with the option to extend for two (2) additional one (1) year option years

Duties and Responsibilities

Represents construction management on the project team and has ownership of the more complex projects and/or work authorizing documents (WAD) technical, cost and schedule baselines
Administer and ensure compliance with elements of the direct hire or subcontract management program on a site-wide basis
Develop programmatic changes and enhancements to the subcontract management program to satisfy DOE concerns and directives on a site-wide basis
Interface with facility management for work scope, estimate approvals and funding distribution
Coordinate all aspects of assigned complex construction projects and maintenance orders to their overall successful completion
Review and evaluate labor and material cost reports and identify positive and negative variances to total budgets and annual operating plans
Validate alignment of technical scope with baseline schedule and project/CMO estimate for constructability
Participate in establishment and approval of technical, schedule and cost baselines for projects and CMOs
Monitor progress of projects and maintenance orders, identify problems and implement necessary corrective actions
Interface with project management, DOE, design, procurement, field management and superintendents at different team levels to accomplish milestones in a safe and cost effective manner

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 11-13 years of practical experience in construction, OR
Associate's degree and 13-15 years of practical experience in construction, OR
High school diploma and 15-18 years of practical experience in construction
Required Skills: In-depth knowledge of construction costs, scheduling and the ability to develop or evaluate construction strategies and techniques. A thorough knowledge and understanding of project management and project planning at the tactical level, along with knowledge of operations, maintenance, project startup, construction management and construction subcontracts.

Area Security Access: DOE "Q" security clearance required. An active DOE clearance is not initially required to perform assigned duties. After award, the selected candidate will be notified when to apply for a clearance based on specific work assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years
Experience with large construction projects and working with DOE/NNSA
High familiarization with ASME codes and B31.3 pressure boundary systems
Strong understanding of constructability reviews and able to communicate the review process with the design authorities
Strong understanding of cross functional teams and communicate issues as they arise and see them resolved
High familiarization with glove box fabrication, components, alignment, and assembly
High familiarization with project start-up, system turnover, and operational readiness including testing and design compliance

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at https://www.hukari.com.

HukariAscendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.

HukariAscendent maintains a drug-free workplace.