Construction Planner I (2026-10304)

Cox powered by Atrium

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Cox Communications is searching for a Construction Planner I. Cox Communications is a leading provider of digital cable television, telecommunications, and home automation services. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, Cox Communications offers high-speed internet, digital telephone, and home security services to residential customers and businesses. This is a 12 Month W2 contract assignment with the opportunity for contract extension or to transition to a permanent, full-time role based on performance and business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or relevant work experience
0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility
Computer experience
Ability to work in the field
Valid vehicle for transportation
Phone for communication
Multi-tasking skills
Basic knowledge of construction and engineering principles
Ability to follow prescribed rules and instructions
Strong attention to detail and ability to perform routine tasks accurately

Responsibilities

Construct, build, repair, and inspect Hybrid Fiber Coax (HFC) networks to provide voice, video, and data services to residential and commercial customers
Coordinate with other utilities for permits, joint trench, pole applications, and service issues
Perform field engineering of proposed projects and ensure alternative routing delivers the most cost-effective design for construction
Coordinate all customer implementation activities including site walk-throughs, node placements, and subcontract labor
Coordinate contractor work, obtain permits, access, or ROW agreements where applicable, and distribute design prints and other necessary working documents
Negotiate and approve design or construction changes
Research and review plans, gather necessary data, and list material requirements for projects
Coordinate with public works personnel, developers, commercial customers, building owners, and utilities on joint trench projects
Maintain workflow databases and update schedules
Participate in managing and estimating cost forecasts, material planning, capital and expense budgets
Estimate construction costs, prepare budgets, and track expenses
Verify serviceability, survey proposed service routing, and estimate material, construction, and labor costs
Initiate customer contacts, coordinate and/or secure access or ROW agreements, complete route designs, and take necessary steps to meet customer needs
Order materials or coordinate with administrative personnel; verify and reconcile invoices as needed
Plan and allocate fibers for splicing and activation when required
Inspect construction work or coordinate inspection assignments
Release addresses as serviceable and notify other departments of serviceability
Perform tasks to close projects in database/tools, reconcile assets, and generate reports to ensure proper