Engineering Project Coordinator

Salary: $70,400.00 - $124,700.00 Annually
Location : 4505 Middlebrook Pike Knoxville, TN
Job Type: Full-Time/Regular
Job Number: 01285
Department: Electric Systems Engineering
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: 8/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Classification: Engineering Project Coordinator

Work Hours: 40+ hours / week: M - F

About KUB: KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 520,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission-driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.

About the Role: Plan, coordinate, and manage engineering and construction projects for electric distribution, transmission, and fiber communication systems from project initiation through closeout. Lead project planning, scope development, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, documentation, contract administration, and stakeholder coordination while working closely with Engineering, Operations, Construction, contractors, customers, and permitting agencies to successfully deliver projects. Support engineering design activities by reviewing project requirements, coordinating technical resources, evaluating field conditions, facilitating design decisions, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and KUB practices. Monitor project progress, costs, risks, quality, and documentation while coordinating field changes, construction support, inspections, and project closeout activities. Apply technical knowledge together with strong project management, communication, organization, and leadership skills to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective utility projects. Participate in storm response activities as required.

Qualifications
Physical Requirements:

This position is primarily sedentary and performed in a typical office environment. Duties involve sitting most of the time with occasional walking or standing. The role may require occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of items up to 10 pounds. Bending, stooping, or reaching may occasionally be required. Physical demands may vary by position and may occasionally exceed those described above.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Five (5) to ten (10) years of demonstrated experience in construction and/or project management in a related field
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings, standards, and specifications
• Ability to work as part of a team to achieve departments and KUB goals
• Ability to document daily tasks using Microsoft Word, Excel, or other software as requested
• Valid driver's license

Please note that due to job responsibilities, KUB does not provide immigration sponsorship for and/or based on this position.

Preferred Requirements:

• Minimum of seven (7) years of demonstrated experience in construction and/or project management or related field
• Construction management-related certification (CCM, CPC, or PMP)
• Experience with cost estimates, budgeting, and other project expense management
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and directly related experience may be considered
• Ability to utilize AutoCad, Microstation, or other computer-aided drafting software

Selection Process
About the Selection Process:

Phase 1 - Apply online at www.kub.org

Phase 2 - Experience, training, and education evaluation

Phase 3 - Interview with department representatives

Phase 4 - Written, performance, and behavioral exercises

Phase 5 - Background Investigation

Phase 6 - Physical assessment and/or drug screen*

*KUB is part of the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program

If special accommodations are needed at any phase of the selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.

Knoxville Utilities Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer

• Generous health benefits with low premiums and deductibles
• Benefits start day 1
• Competitive 401(k) contribution and match
• PTO available for use after your first payday
• 11 paid holidays
• Free financial advising
• Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
• Employee physical & mental wellness programs

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Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
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• Doctorate degree

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Describe your reasons for leaving your jobs within the past seven years.
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