Project Coordinator – Network Operations

The Project Coordinator provides administrative and logistics support for deployment projects and construction activities. They perform coordination, data entry, data tracking, and project-based work including but not limited to scheduling based on project requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create, organize, and maintain project filing system. Keep project files up to date daily.
• Take verbal direction and translate it into actionable steps that are quickly documented and circulated to confirm alignment of all parties involved.
• Coordinate with Technical and Construction personnel to ensure sites and shelters are prepared for third-party crews.
• Assist with coordination and scheduling of project meetings with internal crews and third-party contractors.
• Work with third-party contractors and team to predict future schedules enabling communication of a detailed build plan that includes fiber installation alignment.
• Monitor schedules for construction and third-party vendors to ensure they do not interfere with each other based on scheduled activities.
• Schedule quality control audits for civil and tower side.
• Prepare memorandums, letters, and responses to requests and communications.
• Work directly with other departments/internal teams to collect, convey, and enter data into files, forms and systems related to the project.
• Coordinate drive testing schedule pre and post deployment.
• Make occasional site visits to gain in-the-field experience and training.
• Complete weekly reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Add expertise and value to other duties as assigned or needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must be proactive and take the initiative to acquire new assignments when work is completed
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information
• Ability to manage vendors and coordinate material ordering and deliveries
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and Outlook. QuickBase experience is a plus.
• Strong work ethic, able to work independently with desire to learn and improve
• Manage time and complete assigned projects
• Promote teamwork within the department as well as companywide with a positive, cooperative attitude and willingness to help

Education and Experience

• Five + years’ experience in telecommunications consisting of understanding/scheduling tower installation of antenna, radios, dishes, and brackets, knowledge of shelter equipment including power systems, cable lacing, racks, Microwave radios, and basebands.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 21 years old, and have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment checks, including motor vehicle record, background, and substance screening.

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