Construction Coordinator

IQ Fiber•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

IQ Fiber is seeking a Construction Coordinator to manage residential and commercial fiber construction projects from initial survey through final closeout. The role owns the full project lifecycle, including field surveys, permitting, Bill of Materials (BOM) development, Notice-to-Proceed (NTP) packages, subcontractor oversight, quality control, and as-built verification. This is a hands-on, field-based position requiring strong field presence, cross-functional coordination, and the ability to troubleshoot and make sound decisions independently. The coordinator works with customers, contractors, and internal and external departments to plan and deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with company standards.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
At least 5 years of telecommunications construction experience.
Experience with walk-out surveys, design, budgeting, and creating BOMs, including GPON.
Experience managing contractor relationships and coordinating multi-site construction projects.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, with computer skills sufficient to learn applications and systems including Vetro.
Valid driver's license, clear MVR, current auto insurance, and a satisfactory driving record; ability to drive at night and in adverse weather.
Must pass a standard background check and drug screening.
Ability to work independently, use sound judgment, solve problems with little or no direction, and manage multiple priorities.
Clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to coordinate effectively with customers, contractors, and internal teams.
Ability to repeatedly lift 25 pounds, climb ladders up to 28 feet, and work in adverse weather conditions.
Availability for a 24/7 operation, including emergency schedules during natural disasters and network outages, mandatory overtime, and weekend work as needed.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; IQ Fiber is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Two-year degree preferred.
Industry or vendor-specific certifications and training such as NCTI, SCTE, or BCT/E preferred.

Responsibilities

Own construction projects from initial survey through final closeout, ensuring quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Conduct field surveys of existing and proposed aerial and underground outside plant installations, and design route paths and building entry points for service delivery.
Obtain required permits and easements and ensure permitting requirements are fulfilled before construction begins.
Create Bills of Materials (BOMs), request purchase orders, and manage material ordering, delivery, and coordination with contract construction companies.
Prepare and issue Notice-to-Proceed (NTP) packages, assign work to subcontractor leadership teams, and approve final billing.
Verify construction work in the field against design specifications and monitor subcontractor quality and safety performance.
Troubleshoot on-site issues and take corrective action to protect timelines, cost control, and service quality.
Modify design schematics to reflect as-built conditions and ensure as-built data and bore logs are provided to the documentation team for entry into Vetro.
Submit daily, weekly, and monthly construction activity reports to internal and external departments and verify work-in-progress reports.
Coordinate customers and internal and external departments throughout project execution; define architecture, equipment needs, costs, and variables for project planning and budgeting.
Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards and IQ Fiber policies, maintaining accountability for safety, productivity, quality, workmanship, and customer service.
Perform other duties as assigned.