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Field Project Coordinator

TEKsystems
$48.00 - $56.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Tennessee, Nashville
Apr 21, 2026
Description The client is seeking a Construction Coordinator (Contract) to support a high volume of healthcare construction projects within active medical facilities. This role sits within the Planning, Design & Construction organization and is critical to ensuring that work is executed safely, compliantly, and according to approved scope in complex, live environments. The Construction Coordinator serves as the bootsontheground, fieldbased extension of the project management team. Unlike a Project Manager, this role does not manage budgets, contracts, or overall scope. Instead, it focuses on job site presence, safety, compliance, and realtime reporting, acting as the "eyes and ears" across multiple projects. This is a contract opportunity designed to immediately add field capacity and protect project execution without overburdening existing PMs. Key Areas of Focus Active Healthcare Job Site Oversight Ensure construction work is executed appropriately within occupied hospital and clinical environments, where safety, infection control, and operational continuity are critical. Contractor Monitoring & Coordination Walk job sites regularly to confirm contractors are following approved plans, schedules, and standards; identify issues early and escalate to Project Managers. Safety & Compliance Enforcement Monitor and support compliance with OSHA requirements, infection control procedures, life safety standards, and internal healthcare guidelines. Escalate and intervene when standards are not met. RealTime Reporting & Communication Provide timely, accurate updates to Project Managers regarding progress, risks, safety concerns, and site conditions. OnCall Field Support Participate in an oncall rotation to support issues that arise during nights or weekends, with hours balanced across the workweek (no overtime). Daily Responsibilities On a daytoday basis, the Construction Coordinator will: Walk and inspect assigned job sites within active healthcare facilities Observe contractor work to ensure compliance with scope, safety, and standards Monitor infection control practices, shutdowns, and safety procedures Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders onsite Document observations, issues, and progress for Project Managers Flag scheduling, safety, or scope concerns early to prevent escalation Support afterhours or weekend needs as required through oncall rotation Size, Scope & Impact Environment: Active hospital and healthcare construction settings Project Volume: Supporting a department managing ~100 active projects Impact of Winning: Successfully filling this role provides immediate fieldlevel visibility and control, reduces safety and compliance risk, ensures higher execution quality, and allows Project Managers to focus on oversight and stakeholder management. This role is essential to maintaining safe, uninterrupted hospital operations during construction activities. Top Skills Details 1. Healthcare Construction Field Experience (Active Facilities) How it is applied: This role operates directly in active healthcare construction environments. The Construction Coordinator is physically present on job sites, ensuring contractors are executing work safely and in compliance with healthcare standards while minimizing disruption to patient care and hospital operations. This includes monitoring infection control practices, shutdowns, and safety procedures. Key attributes of success: Deep understanding of working in live hospital environments Strong awareness of infection control, safety, and compliance requirements Ability to spot issues early and intervene before escalation Confidence navigating job sites alongside contractors and clinical staff Years of experience required: 7-10 years preferred Healthcare construction experience is nonnegotiable Candidates with ~5 years may be considered if experience is heavily healthcarefocused 2. Job Site Oversight & Contractor Coordination How it is applied: The coordinator serves as the "eyes and ears" on site, walking job sites daily to ensure contractors are performing work according to approved scope, schedule, and standards. They monitor productivity, sequencing, and adherence to expectations, reporting issues back to the Project Manager. Key attributes of success: Strong field presence and situational awareness Ability to hold contractors accountable without owning contracts Clear, timely communication back to project leadership Proactive problem identification Years of experience required: 5-10+ years working directly on commercial or healthcare job sites Prior experience interacting closely with GCs and subcontractors 3. Safety, Compliance, and Regulatory Awareness How it is applied: The Construction Coordinator ensures contractors follow OSHA requirements, infection control protocols, life safety standards, and internal hospital guidelines. They play a critical role in preventing incidents and operational disruptions. Key attributes of success: Safetyfirst mindset Strong knowledge of healthcarespecific safety procedures Willingness to speak up and stop work when standards are not being met Consistency and attention to detail Years of experience required: 5+ years in regulated construction environments Prior exposure to healthcare safety and infection control strongly preferred 4. Reporting, Documentation & Communication How it is applied: The coordinator documents site conditions, progress, and issues and provides clear updates to Project Managers. While they do not manage budgets or scope, they surface information that allows PMs to make informed decisions. Key attributes of success: Clear written and verbal communication Comfort documenting issues and tracking followups Reliability and consistency in reporting Ability to communicate professionally with multiple stakeholders Years of experience required: 5+ years in roles requiring daily reporting and coordination 5. Flexibility, Availability & Reliability How it is applied: This role includes oncall responsibilities, with potential nights or weekend involvement when issues arise. While overtime is not permitted, flexibility is critical, and hours are balanced across the workweek. Key attributes of success: Dependability and responsiveness Willingness to support afterhours needs when necessary Ability to manage variable schedules without burnout Strong work ethic and accountability Years of experience required: Prior experience in roles with oncall or offhour expectations preferred Years of Experience Summary Total experience: 7-10 years preferred Healthcare construction: Required Fieldbased oversight: Required Additional Skills & Qualifications Additional Skills & Qualifications (Optional / Nice to Have) Education & Certifications (Preferred, Not Required): High school diploma or equivalent required Associate or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field is a plus but not required OSHA10 or OSHA30 certification strongly preferred Additional safety or healthcare compliance training is beneficial but not mandatory Relevant Backgrounds & Experience: Prior experience in healthcare, hospital, or medical facility construction environments is highly desired Institutional construction experience (universities, labs, missioncritical facilities) considered relevant if healthcare experience is limited Backgrounds may include construction coordinator, field coordinator, assistant superintendent, senior trade professional, or similar fieldheavy roles Construction & Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with infection control practices, interim life safety measures, and shutdown coordination in regulated environments Understanding of contractor sequencing, site logistics, and basic construction schedules Ability to recognize when work does not align with approved scope or safety requirements and escalate appropriately Technology & Documentation: Comfort with basic construction documentation, daily reports, and issue tracking Familiarity with construction management platforms (Kahua, Procore, eBuilder, or similar) is helpful but not required Willingness and ability to learn clientspecific systems quickly Work Style & Availability: Comfortable working onsite full time in active facilities Willingness to participate in an oncall rotation, including nights or weekends as needed (hours balanced across the week; no overtime) Strong sense of ownership, reliability, and followthrough Key Attributes of Success: Safetyfirst mindset with strong situational awareness High accountability and integrity on job sites Ability to work independently while staying aligned with PM d Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $48.00 - $56.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.