Windstream-posted about 1 year ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Live Oak, FL
Telecommunications

The Utility Project Coordinator at Windstream is responsible for managing and coordinating various projects related to the placement of outside plant (OSP) facilities. This role involves developing relationships with government agencies for permit approvals, negotiating agreements for facility relocations, and representing Windstream in governmental meetings. The position requires strong project management skills and the ability to collaborate with legal and engineering teams to ensure compliance and successful execution of contracts.

  • Develop and maintain relationships with agencies and individuals responsible for approving permits for OSP facility placement.
  • Coordinate environmental, land, and archeological surveys required for permit approvals.
  • Negotiate reimbursement agreements with private companies, government agencies, and other providers for facility relocations.
  • Support and coordinate pole attachment audits, clearance issue reports, and structure access requests with ILECs and power companies.
  • Negotiate and manage agreements for leasing available space on poles or within underground conduits.
  • Support and coordinate rail crossing agreements for OSP installation projects.
  • Manage existing agreements, including renewals, term enforcement, and payment authorization.
  • Collaborate with legal, engineering, and risk management teams to execute and manage contracts.
  • Represent Windstream at governmental meetings, including after normal working hours.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in the telecommunications industry.
  • 2+ years in Telecom fiber installation.
  • Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Strong project and time management skills with an execution focus.
  • Proven ability to plan and organize workloads and work within multiple deadlines.
  • Familiarity with utility construction permit application processes at the municipal level.
  • Experience negotiating for easements on private property.
  • Experience with telecom outside plant construction and facility relocation processes.
  • Familiarity with utility facility relocation reimbursement agreement processes.
  • College degree in a related field.
  • 2-3 years supervisory experience.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
  • 401K Plan
  • Health & Flexible Savings Account
  • Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
  • Educational Assistance Plan
  • Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance
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