Project Coordinator

TPD® Workforce Solutions; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and overtime

Growth opportunities

Client leadership exposure

Long-term stability

Collaborative team

Job summary

TPD is partnering with a well-established telecommunications services provider to hire a Project Coordinator to support ongoing telecom construction and maintenance operations in the Austin region. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys coordinating moving pieces, and wants to grow within a stable, long-term role.

Our client has a strong track record of promoting from within and is looking for someone with a strong work ethic who is eager to

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction project coordination or project controls.
• Telecom industry experience strongly preferred (Comcast, Verizon, or similar providers valued).
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, IF statements).
• Familiarity with project performance metrics (CPI, SPI, EAC) or ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate telecom maintenance and construction projects from kickoff to closeout.
• Order materials and ensure field technicians receive required documentation before job start.
• Schedule and track regional field resources.
• Manage project logs, CRM updates, and Excel trackers with real-time status updates.
• Lead weekly update calls with internal teams and client stakeholders.
• Prepare daily work-in-progress (WIP) reports and training summaries.
• Support cost tracking for labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment.
• Assist with forecasting and project performance metrics (CPI, SPI, EAC).
• Support change management processes and ensure accurate billing documentation.
• Collaborate closely with field managers to ensure job readiness and timely project completion.

Skills

Construction coordination

Telecom industry experience

Advanced Excel

Smartsheet

Leadership presence

Detail-oriented

Tools

Excel

Smartsheet

Job description

TPD is partnering with a well-established telecommunications services provider to hire a Project Coordinator to support ongoing telecom construction and maintenance operations in the Austin region.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys coordinating moving pieces, and wants to grow within a stable, long-term role. Our client has a strong track record of promoting from within and is looking for someone with a strong work ethic who is eager to step up and take ownership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role supports a client-facing Project Manager and coordinates regional field resources across telecom projects. You will play a key role in ensuring technicians are prepared, materials are ordered, schedules are aligned, and project updates are accurately tracked.

You will balance operational coordination with cost tracking and reporting to help ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• $30 to $33/hour plus benefits and overtime
• Opportunity to grow within a company that promotes from within
• High-impact position working directly with client leadership
• Exposure to telecom construction operations and project controls
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a well-established organization
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Coordinate telecom maintenance and construction projects from kickoff to closeout
• Order materials and ensure field technicians receive required documentation before job start
• Schedule and track regional field resources
• Manage project logs, CRM updates, and Excel trackers with real-time status updates
• Lead weekly update calls with internal teams and client stakeholders
• Prepare daily work-in-progress (WIP) reports and training summaries
• Support cost tracking for labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment
• Assist with forecasting and project performance metrics (CPI, SPI, EAC)
• Support change management processes and ensure accurate billing documentation
• Collaborate closely with field managers to ensure job readiness and timely project completion

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• 3+ years of experience in construction project coordination or project controls
• Telecommunications industry experience is strongly preferred (Comcast, Verizon, or similar providers are highly valued)
• Fiber optics knowledge is an asset, but strong project coordination experience is equally valued
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and IF statements
• Familiarity with project performance metrics such as CPI, SPI, and EAC
• Experience with Smartsheet or the ability to quickly learn new project management systems
• Strong leadership presence and confidence coordinating across multiple teams
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and desire for long-term career growth

ABOUT US:

TPD is a leading workforce solutions provider with a mission to help individuals succeed by providing access to opportunities in jobs, careers, and professional development. A niche provider serving North America, we specialize in placing skilled candidates within the Manufacturing, Semiconductor, and Mining industries. Whether you seek flexible or permanent positions, we assist in starting, changing, or advancing careers in a way that aligns with your goals.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.