Construction Specialist III (5-8 years)

Kelly Telecom; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Gtatelecom is seeking a field-focused contractor to support broadband network construction quality control. The role emphasizes independent field audits, milestone tracking, and lifecycle management across rural and metro sites.

You will manage your own schedule, travel to job sites, and contribute to validating construction quality in diverse environments, with heavy documentation and reporting duties.

Qualifications

• Experience with fiber and coax construction in field environments is required.
• Strong background in telecom construction and field operations.
• Experience performing field audits and quality control inspections.
• Familiarity with construction tracking systems such as JT/Polaris or similar tools.
• Ability to manage job lifecycle workflows and track project milestones.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction prints.
• Comfortable working independently in a field-based role.
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with willingness to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned job sites to perform construction quality audits and inspections.
• Verify completion of work and ensure rework items are addressed.
• Manage and track project milestones throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Create and update jobs within project tracking systems.
• Conduct administrative quality control checks including materials, invoices, and documentation.
• Ensure permits are closed and all project milestones are accurately recorded.
• Coordinate with internal teams including construction, project management, and operations.
• Provide reporting and updates to leadership on project status and performance.
• Participate in scheduled calls and support job assignment coordination.
• Maintain daily documentation and complete required computer-based reporting tasks.

Skills

Fiber construction

Coax construction

Field operations

Quality audits

Project lifecycle management

Documentation & reporting

Reading construction prints

Independent field work

Cross-functional coordination

Driver's license

Tools

JT/Polaris

Job description

This is an opportunity supporting broadband network construction and quality control efforts for a major communications provider. This role focuses on field-based construction coordination and quality audits for fiber and coax network deployments, with a strong emphasis on ensuring build quality, milestone tracking, and project lifecycle management.

The standout feature of this role is the high level of autonomy and field exposure - this is a 80% field position where you'll manage your own schedule, travel to various job sites, and play a key role in validating construction quality across rural and metro environments. They are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable working independently, and experienced with telecom construction processes and quality control systems.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience with both fiber and mainline coax cable construction required
• Strong background in telecom construction and field operations
• Experience performing field audits and quality control inspections
• Familiarity with construction tracking systems such as JT/Polaris or similar tools
• Ability to manage job lifecycle workflows and track project milestones
• Strong documentation and reporting skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction prints
• Comfortable working independently in a field-based role
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with willingness to travel extensively

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with cable maintenance or network operations
• Familiarity with broadband systems and rural network deployments
• Experience working with construction databases and reporting tools
• Exposure to permitting, invoicing, and material tracking processes

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 80% Field Auditing & Quality Control
• 20% Project Coordination & Reporting

Daily Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned job sites to perform construction quality audits and inspections
• Verify completion of work and ensure rework items are addressed
• Manage and track project milestones throughout the construction lifecycle
• Create and update jobs within project tracking systems
• Conduct administrative quality control checks including materials, invoices, and documentation
• Ensure permits are closed and all project milestones are accurately recorded
• Coordinate with internal teams including construction, project management, and operations
• Provide reporting and updates to leadership on project status and performance
• Participate in scheduled calls and support job assignment coordination
• Maintain daily documentation and complete required computer-based reporting tasks