Job Description

Job Summary

By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on-site, hands-on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career advancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product. Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering. #LI-KC1 #crane #cranecoordinator

Crane Specialist will reside within the Construction Equipment & Fleet Services (CEFS) department and will interface with Black & Veatch (BV) Business Units and Entities, providing technical input and guidance, contributing to a safe and cost-effective solution for our projects; creating value for BV and our Clients. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support the proposal team to appropriately size and configure cranes, and specific to lift execution, contribute to development of the project execution plan. • As necessary, support lift execution on site, manage company owned crane and rigging assets ensuring maximum utilization, required maintenance, repairs and inspections, including annuals. • Coordinate and track crane utilization, locations, and hours of service, strictly adhering to service intervals established by the manufacturer. • Provide project scope, location, etc., to crane providers in order to aid the construction team with procurement of cranes and to facilitate a clear line of communication for all parties. • Identify potential back charges and out of scope items and support the commercial recovery process. • Familiar with all makes, models and types of cranes. • Adheres to safety and quality standards as applicable to duties and accountabilities. • Contributes to lessons learned for each project. •  Ability to travel on short notice. • 3rd party rental inquiries, RFP to crane companies. • Project crane cost estimating • Feasibility survey/studies pertaining to mobile cranes during construction. • Technical evaluation of proposals and bid packages. • Attending business meetings to analyze project/company needs regarding crane & rigging needs in construction. • Facilitate crane and rigging training. • Tracking Black & Veatch inventory within the Wynn System (asset management system) • Organize and manage company owned crane and rigging assets. • Communicate with CEFS Service Manager and orchestrate annual crane inspections, load tests, repair/service, assembly/disassembly and transport. • Provide technical information regarding hoisting as it pertains to Power Generation Construction, Power Delivery, Oil & Gas, Water & Special Projects • Inspection, documentation and filing of all ASME B30.20 (Below the Hook Lifting Devices) • Assisting projects with mobilization-crane data tracking • Retrieving and reviewing technical drawings and specs for analysis • Engineering/drafting of engineered lift plans. • Providing analysis and technical feedback regarding cranes, rigging, gantries, jack & slide operations • Monitor crane telematics and alerts. • Provide estimated ground bearing pressures for heavy lift cranes and transports. • Design crane platform configurations utilizing crane specifications. • Onboarding crane providers • Other duties as assigned.

Management Responsibilities

Individual Contributor

Preferred Qualifications

Construction Management or Engineering degree.

Preferred Skills: * 3+ years of crane coordinating experience * Budget and Cost Control Skills * Industrial Relations knowledge for recognizing and resolving potential labor issues * Knowledge of union agreements and jurisdictional issues * Knowledge of Company construction guides and manuals * Construction Safety awareness and comprehension * Knowledge of Cultural and Social Awareness Skills * Conflict Management Skills * Multi-tasking Ability (prioritize, organize, schedule work) * Problem-solving Skills (identify, analyze, research, evaluate, resolve) * Project Management Skills * Communication Skills * Constructability Knowledge within discipline * Construction Knowledge within other disciplines * Conceptual Planning Ability * Legal Contract understanding ( EPC / Subcontracts ) * Leadership Ability * Human Relations Skills * Risk Assessment/Management * Time Reporting Systems * Cost Code Labor Productivity Systems * Time Reporting Policies and Procedures * Expense Reporting Policies and Procedures * Construction Guides and Standards * Administrative Policies and Procedures * Computer Skills

Minimum Qualifications

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands:
• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.   
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties. 
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure. 
• Requires repetitive movement. 
• May require work above 5 feet in height.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds. 
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions. 

Work Environment:
• Typical construction site environment:  
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions. 
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc. 
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions 
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable. 
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• Typical office environment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position. 

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