Construction Project Specialist

Optimum•Town of Oyster Bay, NY

About The Position

The Construction Project Specialist supports end‑to‑end coordination and execution of construction activities related to Managed WiFi, structured cabling, and network infrastructure projects. This role works closely with internal teams—including Sales Engineering, Construction, Network Engineering, PMO—and external stakeholders such as contractors, vendors, and property representatives to ensure all project components are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with company standards and industry best practices. Expanding upon the traditional construction coordination function, this position requires a strong working knowledge of structured wiring, low‑voltage systems, and Managed WiFi deployments within multi‑dwelling and commercial environments.

Requirements

4+ years of experience in construction coordination, project coordination, telecommunications infrastructure, or related field.
Working knowledge of structured cabling systems (CAT6/CAT6A, fiber backbone, MDF/IDF architecture).
Basic understanding of networking technologies, including switches, access points, PoE/PoE+, and Managed WiFi systems.
Familiarity with construction sequencing, permitting workflows, and multi‑vendor coordination.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with standard business and project‑tracking tools (Excel, Smartsheet, project management platforms, documentation tools).
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of BICSI structured cabling standards and low‑voltage industry best practices.
Experience supporting Managed WiFi or MDU (multi‑dwelling unit) deployments.
Ability to interpret low‑voltage design drawings, riser diagrams, and cable certification reports.
Experience working with contractors, business partners, and construction vendors.
RCDD certification (highly desirable).
Previous experience in telecommunications, broadband, or ISP environments.

Responsibilities

Coordinate day‑to‑day construction activities for Managed WiFi, low‑voltage, and structured cabling projects (CAT6/CAT6A, fiber infrastructure, MDF/IDF build‑outs).
Track project milestones, dependencies, and deliverables across multiple ongoing sites.
Act as a liaison between internal teams (Construction, Engineering, Sales Engineering, PMO) and external partners (contractors, vendors, property staff).
Review construction documentation, including design drawings, scopes of work, BOMs, cable test results, and close‑out packages.
Ensure installations comply with approved designs, company standards, and BICSI structured cabling best practices.
Coordinate site access, property communication, scheduling, and sequencing of construction activities.
Monitor contractor progress, validate completed work, document deviations, and escalate risks or issues when necessary.
Support change management efforts, including evaluating scope changes and coordinating remediation.
Maintain accurate project records, update reporting dashboards, and distribute timely communication to stakeholders.
Assist with invoice validation and confirm work completion prior to approval.