Fiber Field Projects Coordinator

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Voluntary lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Forged Fiber is seeking a Field Support Administrator to plan, coordinate, and support restoration, maintenance, and deployment of Outside Plant fiber infrastructure across hybrid sites in IA and NE. You will manage projects from start to finish, ensuring quality, safety, and timely delivery.

You’ll collaborate with Field Operations, Engineering, contractors, and project teams, review prints and installation procedures, monitor progress, and report risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Telecommunications preferred OR equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years of experience in OSP/ISP construction, engineering support, or project coordination.
• Experience with fiber network deployments (FTTx, GPON) preferred.
• Proven experience supporting or managing construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of underground, buried, and aerial fiber construction, OSP/ISP infrastructure, prints and specs.
• Familiarity with central office configurations, switching, and routing (preferred).
• Working knowledge of construction codes, regulations, and compliance standards.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to travel 30–40%.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Field Operations and contractors to support project planning, execution, and restoration efforts.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects from initiation through invoicing/completion.
• Ensure project activities align with timelines, scope, and company standards.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress and verify quality of work performed by internal teams and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with engineering designs, specifications, and safety standards.
• Inspect OSP work prints and construction activities for accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Partner with Engineering to ensure designs are accurately implemented in the field.
• Review engineering work prints, standards documentation, and installation procedures.
• Provide field feedback to improve design effectiveness and constructability.
• Review and approve contractor invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Support contract compliance and vendor performance oversight.
• Assist with tracking project costs and identifying discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation in applicable systems.
• Provide timely and accurate updates on project status, risks, and issues.
• Document and report on deficiencies, quality issues, and corrective actions.
• Act as a liaison between Engineering, Operations, contractors, and project managers.
• Proactively identify and resolve project issues and escalations.
• Provide regular feedback to internal teams and external partners.
• Ensure all work complies with USDA RUS standards, regional construction practices, and ForgedFiber37 requirements.
• Maintain working knowledge of engineering standards, safety regulations, and construction procedures.
• Monitor site housekeeping and overall project compliance.

Skills

4+ years OSP/ISP construction

FTTx GPON deployments

Project coordination

Fiber construction knowledge

Central office configurations

Regulatory compliance

Organization

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Willingness to travel

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Telecommunications

Job description

Forged Fiber is seeking a Field Support Administrator to plan, coordinate, and support restoration, maintenance, and deployment of Outside Plant fiber infrastructure across hybrid sites in IA and NE. You will manage projects from start to finish, ensuring quality, safety, and timely delivery.

You’ll collaborate with Field Operations, Engineering, contractors, and project teams, review prints and installation procedures, monitor progress, and report risks.