Assistant Project Manager

Black Box; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Box is seeking a Project Construction Specialist to oversee project teams in Bowling Green, Ohio. The role involves daily management of project tasks, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering high-quality results. Candidates should possess at least 3-5 years of experience with structured cabling systems and the ability to lead safety initiatives.

This position will require strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and involves interaction with various personnel, providing technical guidance and ensuring adherence to installation best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience with installation of Structured Cabling Systems.
• Experience overseeing mission-critical infrastructure cabling installation tasks for Data Center projects.
• OSHA-30 Hour certification required within first six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily direction and oversight of projects.
• Take ownership of the Safety Program.
• Assist in developing project plans and schedules.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to field technicians.

Skills

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Structured Cabling Systems installation

Testing and commissioning activities

Ability to read complex design documents

Conflict resolution skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

This Opportunity

The Project Construction Specialist, along with the Construction Manager is responsible for the daily direction and oversight of Infrastructure Technician teams and the organization and planning of work tasks and activities on assigned projects. This position will utilize a depth of experience and skills to effectively staff the project tasks from start-up to closeout to achieve optimal productivity and safely deliver high-quality results that meet or exceed Company and Customer expectations.

What You Will Do

• Safety is our priority. Follow Safe Work Practices that conform with the Company’s Safety Program and client worksite policies ensuring that every person on the team stays accident free every day.
• Take ownership of and drive the Safety Program and ensure all standards of safety are met and maintained.
• Participate in safety incident investigations, reviews, RCAs and Lessons Learned.
• Assist and participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of Quality Control Programs.
• Participate and assist in the development and implementation of project plans and schedules.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of 5‑week lookahead schedules and upcoming project work.
• Assist in the effective management of field workforce placement and allocation that meets or exceeds project timeline and budgets.
• Coordinate with project management and procurement the scheduling of material shipments to job site.
• Assist in the development of training programs for Field Staffing that ensures our Company excellence.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert, assisting with solutions for technically complex issues and problems.
• Responsible for ensuring installations comply with ANSI/TIA, BICSI, NEBS, and other relevant standards and specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to field technicians, ensuring adherence to installation best practices and safety protocols.
• Ensure all company, department, and technical policies, procedures, standards, etc., are adhered to.
• Serve as the on‑site customer point of contact for construction operations related items.
• Attend and participate in internal and customer‑driven meetings.
• Facilitate and lead meetings with field workforce staff as required.
• Monitor and resolve matters relating to work procedures, conflicts, complaints, damages, accidents, and delays.
• Ensure that all field reports are completed and submitted as required.
• Work in close partnership with QA/QC teams to ensure installation quality meets project specifications; take ownership of punch list resolution and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to mentor junior field staff, participate in site walks, and represent the telecom discipline in cross‑functional meetings.

Needs for Success

• Solid knowledge and understanding of OSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Thorough knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to Low Voltage and Structured Cabling Systems installation and construction.
• Strong background in coordinating testing and commissioning activities, validating performance and functionality of all telecom systems before turnover. Deep knowledge of testing and commissioning processes, including OTDR, power meter validation, and quality assurance protocols.
• Ability to read and understand complex design documents, drawings, specifications, and construction schedules.
• Expert in managing complex fiber optic and structured cabling systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
• Proven ability to oversee field validation of telecom designs, proactively identifying and resolving conflicts or design gaps.
• Ability to identify changes or discrepancies in design documents, drawings and specifications that would prompt RFIs and potential changes to scope of work and time.
• Skilled at developing work activity schedules and sequencing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Skilled at conflict resolution and managing differences and diversity in the workplace.Ability to effectively manage conflicting priorities.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of personnel including upper management, clients, other craft partners and vendors.
• Expertise in managing change control from a technical perspective – assessing impacts on system design, material procurement, and installation schedules.
• Must be able to learn and support new and rapidly changing industry‑specific and construction technologies.
• Must be proficient in the use of a computer, MS Office applications, Blue Beam, and various construction management software applications.

What You Bring to the Table

• High School Diploma required, GED or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience with installation of Structured Cabling Systems.
• Experience as Lead Tech or Foreman desirable.
• Experience in overseeing mission‑critical infrastructure cabling installation tasks for Data Center new‑build and retrofit projects highly preferred.
• Preferred experience working with large union telecom crews, with a deep understanding of union rules, collective bargaining agreements, work jurisdiction, and labor compliance.
• Preferred professional certifications:
• OSHA‑30 Hour certification (if not certified at time of hire, certification must be obtained within first six (6) months of employment).
• BICSI Technician (TECH).

Supervisory Responsibility

This position will not have direct reports.

Work Location and Travel

On project site daily with up to 15% travel.

Note: This job description outlines the general nature of the responsibilities and duties executed by this position. Other responsibilities and duties may be assigned as reasonably needed or required.