Project Expeditor (Distribution) Florida

Irby Construction Company • Lakeland, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates pre-construction field activities for distribution projects, ensuring utility locates, right-of-way (ROW) access, vegetation clearing, and easement work are completed on schedule so construction crews can mobilize without delay. Serves as the field-level liaison between project managers, landowners, locate services, clearing contractors, and construction crews.

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• 2+ years in utility construction support, ROW/land coordination, locate coordination, or similar field-liaison role
• Working knowledge of 811/One-Call locate processes and utility easement/ROW basics
• Comfortable driving to multiple job sites and interacting directly with landowners
• Strong organizational skills; able to track multiple sites/schedules simultaneously
• Clear communicator, able to de-escalate landowner concerns and coordinate across internal/external teams
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required

Nice To Haves

• associate degree or relevant experience in construction, land services, or utility operations preferred

Responsibilities

• Schedule and confirm utility locates (811/One-Call) for all upcoming work sites; verify locate marks before crew mobilization
• Coordinate pre-site walks with project managers, foremen, and engineering to identify access issues, obstructions, or permitting gaps
• Track right-of-way and easement status; follow up on outstanding landowner agreements, permissions, or notifications
• Communicate with landowners regarding access, clearing schedules, and any concerns; escalate disputes to ROW/land agents as needed
• Schedule and monitor vegetation clearing crews; verify clearing scope matches engineering/ROW requirements before crews arrive
• Maintain a tracking log/status board of locates, easements, and clearing progress per job, flagging at-risk sites to project managers
• Coordinate with permitting (municipal, DOT, environmental) to confirm approvals are in place ahead of construction
• Verify site readiness (access, locates, clearing, permits) before handoff to construction crews; communicate go/no-go status
• Resolve or escalate field conflicts (locate discrepancies, landowner pushback, access blockages, weather delays)
• Maintain accurate records in project tracking/ERP systems

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Multiple BCBS medical plan options, all with in-network preventive care covered at no cost, the same nationwide provider network, and access to virtual care for primary care, dermatology, general medical needs, and mental health support.
• Prescription Drug Coverage included with all medical plans, plus tools and advocacy support to help manage healthcare costs.
• Dental & Vision Coverage – Dental plans with 100% coverage for preventive care and orthodontia options for adults and children, plus vision coverage with annual exams and frame allowances.
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts – HSA options with Fidelity, Healthcare FSA, Limited Purpose FSA, and Dependent Care FSA (up to $7,500) to help you save on eligible healthcare and dependent expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match – Immediate eligibility and vesting, with a company match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 3% (up to 4.5% total match).
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life and AD&D coverage, plus optional supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents. Short-term and long-term disability coverage helps protect your income if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential mental health, financial, family, and wellbeing support available at no cost to you and your household.
• Voluntary Benefits – Optional accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, home/auto insurance, and long-term care coverage.
• Employee Discounts & Community Support – Access to exclusive employee discounts and participation in Quanta Cares, a disaster relief fund supporting employees and families during times of need.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED