Project Lead- Structured Cabling

IES Communications; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

IES Communications is seeking a Lead Communications Technician to act as on-site coordinator and crew supervisor for voice and data installation projects. You will ensure job completion per safety and quality standards while maintaining staff efficiency for the project.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Project Manager, completing all project paperwork, performing quality checks, and serving as the main on-site customer contact.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field.
• Minimum of six (6) months supervisory and/or managerial experience.
• Proven ability to interpret blueprints and project documents.
• Proficient with listed tools and MS Office applications.
• Must be able to terminate fiber.
• Must meet company driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead major project crews and train staff; ensure safety and quality compliance; conduct weekly safety meetings.
• Coordinate with Project Manager to ensure productivity, completion, and budget adherence.
• Complete all project paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, work orders, transfers, etc.).
• Perform quality checks, coordinate moves and cross-connects; prepare red-lined as-built drawings.
• Serve as on-site customer contact; attend facility and construction meetings as required.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues; take initiative for process improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

On-site coordination

Supervisory experience

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Reading diagrams

Education

High School diploma

GED equivalency

Tools

Fiber termination

Blueprint interpretation

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Screwdrivers & hand tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Lead Communications Technician will act as the on-site coordinator and crew supervisor for voice and data installation projects. The Lead Comm Tech’s task is to ensure job completion according to company and customer quality and safety requirements while maintaining the efficiency of the staff assigned to the project.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• The Lead Communications Technician will consistently run major project crews; assume responsibility for effective performance and provide necessary training; assume responsibility for adherence to Company and customer safety and quality guidelines and hold weekly safety meetings; initiate performance related communications and elevate to Project Manager if necessary.
• The Lead Communications Technician coordinates with Project Manager to ensure productivity, job completion and compliance with project budget.
• The Lead Communications Technician fully completes all IES COMMERCIAL and project paperwork accurately and on time (specifically timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required).
• The Lead Communications Technician will perform quality checks; coordinate moves and cut sheets for voice and data cross connects; prepare red‑lined as‑built drawings.
• The Lead Communications Technician serves as main on‑site customer contact for questions and/or concerns; attend facility and construction meetings when required.
• The Lead Communications Technician performs work consistently demonstrating a detailed level of technical knowledge; troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise.
• The Lead Communications Technician will complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Tools

• Tools: screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, cable stripper, flashlight and gloves. Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, Krone/3M/BIX, butt set, volt‑ohmmeter, 4‑pair continuity tester and 5‑gang punch tool.

Compensation

Minimum: USD $28.00/Yr. Maximum: USD $32.00/Yr.

Qualities

Physical and Mental Requirements

• The Lead Communications Technician must be self‑motivated, positive in approach, professional and help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
• The Lead Communications Technician must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• The Lead Communications Technician must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
• The Lead Communications Technician must possess proven problem‑solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
• The Lead Communications Technician must be able to work at heights, off of a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• The Lead Communications Technician must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
• The Lead Communications Technician must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements

• Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Must possess a minimum of three (3) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field.
• Must be able to terminate fiber.
• Must possess a minimum of six (6) months supervisory and/or managerial experience.
• Must possess and be able to effectively use the tools listed above.
• Must have proven skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Must know the universal communications color codes.
• Must possess and be proficient with the listed tools.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.

Minimum Years Of Experience

4‑6

License Required

No

Minimum Education

High School

Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2023 fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, IES produced over $2.3 billion in revenue and employed over 8,400 employees at over 129 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

EEO & Affimative Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

Disability Accommodation

IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860‑1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

IES Participates in E-Verify

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Language Requirements

English/Spanish

Right to Work

English, Spanish

California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)

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Workplace Type

Onsite