Requisition ID: 177008

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Cherne District

Department: Document Controls

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Operations & Communications Coordinator to support internal operations, communications, and employee engagement across the district. This role plays a key part in ensuring smooth administrative processes and effective internal communication. The ideal candidate is technically savvy, self-motivated, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

District Overview

Cherne Contracting, a proud member of the Kiewit family since 2010, is one of Kiewit's most established and respected districts, with roots dating back to 1916. While our original district office is located in Bloomington, MN, we also operate key office hubs in Lenexa, KS and Houston, TX - strategically positioned to support our work across North America.

Cherne has evolved from a modest plumbing and heating company into a leading heavy industrial contractor, delivering high-quality, self-performed construction services across the oil, gas, petrochemical, power, and industrial sectors.

Known for our unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and client-focused solutions, Cherne consistently delivers complex projects with precision and excellence. Whether operating independently or in collaboration with other Kiewit districts through internal joint ventures, we offer our employees not only challenging and rewarding work but also the stability, resources, and career development opportunities of a world-class, multi-billion-dollar organization.

Location

Candidate could work out of our offices in Bloomington, MN or Lenexa, KS

Responsibilities

• Draft and distribute internal communications, including newsletters, announcements, and Town Hall invitations.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for employee programs and events-coordinate travel, schedule meetings, and manage catering and event details.
• Maintain and update internal SharePoint sites to enhance collaboration and ensure easy access to resources.
• Create and manage Microsoft Teams channels, including the district's Leadership Teams Channel, to support communication and teamwork.
• Maintain and update documentation such as knowledge base articles, standard operating procedures, and other district-related materials.
• Track and organize employee-related documents, including union agreements and Notices of Assignment (NOAs).
• Collaborate regularly with staff and district leadership on content development and strategic implementation.
• Provide general administrative support and assist with special projects as needed.
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Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an administrative, communications, or operations support role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience with digital collaboration tools such as SharePoint and Microsoft Teams; ability to quickly learn and adapt to new platforms.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions

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Other Requirements:
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation: $89,000/yr - $93,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There's no limit to what you'll work on at Cherne. With mechanical and heavy industrial projects across North America, you'll be challenged and have more opportunities to grow from Day One.

At Cherne, you'll develop multidiscipline capabilities to grow your knowledge of self-performed construction services in areas like equipment, civil/structural, electrical, instrumentation and insulation work, in addition to the core mechanical services- all while helping people across the globe live better.

If you're looking for a career that can take you places, look no further.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, paid parental and maternity leave, and generous paid time off.