Construction Coordinator

TEKsystems•Cinnaminson Township, NJ

11d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

A turnkey general contractor specializing in OSP (Outside Plant) and ISP (Inside Plant) telecommunications construction is seeking Construction Coordinators to support ongoing projects across multiple markets, including Maryland, Washington D.C., Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and newly expanded regions such as New Jersey, Ohio, Florida, and Vermont. This role will support business-as-usual (BAU) projects for a major cable provider and will involve managing teams of up to 15 personnel. The Construction Coordinator will oversee OSP telecommunications construction projects from initiation through closeout. Projects include commercial (Metro E and SMB) and residential (MDU and SDU) deployments. The role involves managing internal crews and subcontractors, ensuring quality control, meeting deadlines, and providing regular updates to clients and project managers. This is a field-heavy role (approximately 75% field, 25% office) and requires strong communication, coordination, and technical skills.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in telecommunications OSP construction, specifically CATV and coax splicing
Proven ability to manage turnkey projects including site walks, vendor coordination, QA, and project tracking
Strong engagement, initiative, and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer literacy
Familiarity with coax splicing and inspection (565, 625, 715, 825, and 860 count)

Nice To Haves

Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and escalate issues appropriately
Strong collaboration skills across internal teams and external vendors
Ability to define project scopes, assess timelines, and manage deliverables
Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with growth opportunities

Responsibilities

Manage turnkey projects including site surveys, site walks, BOM creation and validation, and project closeout
Oversee coax splicing operations and inspect coax (565, 625, 715, 825, and 860 count) and large fiber bundles
Coordinate with internal and external teams to ensure timely project delivery
Perform quality control inspections and ensure adherence to project standards
Track and report project progress using Excel and client-specific software
Provide weekly updates to project managers and clients
Approve line items and define project scopes
Convert digital plans into accurate as-builts
Set expectations with clients and maintain strong customer-facing communication
Collaborate with permitting, design, and construction teams (permitting support is in-house)