Fabrication Shop Coordinator I.

Company Overview

Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.

The Fabrication Shop Coordinator I provides administrative and operational support to fabrication shop activities by coordinating documentation, tracking productivity, supporting material flow, and facilitating communication between the shop, project management, and field operations. This role helps maintain accurate information, efficient workflows, and timely execution while supporting established quality and safety standards.

Essential Duties:

The following duties represent the principal responsibilities of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list. Responsibilities may change based on business and operational needs.

· Track daily shop productivity, performance metrics, and fabrication progress to provide accurate visibility into work status and support timely operational decisions.

· Prepare, maintain, and distribute productivity reports, dashboards, and percentage-complete logs to keep shop leadership informed of progress and performance.

· Prepare and process Bills of Material (BOM) requisitions and support material receiving and verification to help ensure materials are available and accurately documented for fabrication activities.

· Maintain fabrication drawings, project documentation, and document-control records to ensure shop personnel have access to accurate and current information.

· Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field personnel regarding schedules and fabricated material needs to support timely delivery and alignment between shop and field activities.

· Verify and publish fabrication information using Stratus to maintain accurate fabrication data and support efficient shop workflows.

· Utilize Navisworks and other fabrication software to support VDC and fabrication workflows to improve coordination and the accuracy of information used by the shop.

· Maintain shop safety records, logs, and performance metrics to support compliance with established safety requirements and accurate reporting.

· Maintain quality-control documentation, including nonconformance logs and corrective-action records to support quality standards and timely resolution of identified issues.

· Participate in daily shop meetings, document key information and action items, and distribute updates as appropriate to promote effective communication and coordination across fabrication activities.

Qualification Requirements: The qualifications outlined below represent the knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience required to perform the essential functions of this role successfully. Upchurch is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position.

Minimum:

· High school diploma or GED (diploma equivalent).

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Preferred:

· Associate degree or coursework in construction, fabrication, manufacturing, or a related field.

· Previous experience in construction, fabrication, manufacturing, or shop operations/administration.

· Experience using Stratus or similar fabrication software.

· Familiarity with Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, or other VDC or fabrication software.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

· Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and completeness.

· Effective verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with shop, project, and field teams.

· Ability to learn and effectively use company-specific software, fabrication management systems, and project tracking tools.

Physical Requirements:

· Work is performed in both office and fabrication shop environments.

· While working in the fabrication shop, may be exposed to noise, dust, moving equipment, varying temperatures, and other conditions typical of an active fabrication environment.

· Frequently sits and uses a computer or other office equipment to perform administrative and project coordination activities.

· Frequently stands, walks, and moves throughout the fabrication shop to support coordination, documentation, and material-related activities.

· Occasionally bends, stoops, reaches, and crouches while performing work in the fabrication shop.

· Occasionally lifts, carries, or moves materials and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

· Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) while working in the fabrication shop.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid time off and holiday pay.

• Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.