Project Lead - Structured Cabling

IES Communications; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

IES is seeking a Project Lead - Structured Cabling to act as the on-site coordinator and supervisor for multiple Crew Leads on voice and data installation projects. The role ensures project completion per safety and quality requirements while maintaining staff efficiency and productivity on site.

The candidate will coordinate with the Project Manager, complete project paperwork, perform quality checks, and serve as the primary on-site contact with customers.

Qualifications

• 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 of 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 meet Company minimum driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as on-site coordinator and supervisor of several Crew Leads - Structured Cabling on voice and data installation projects.
• Ensure job completion per quality and safety requirements while maintaining staff efficiency.
• Coordinate with Project Manager to ensure productivity, budget adherence, and project completion.
• Complete all project paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers).
• Perform quality checks, coordinate moves, and prepare red-lined as-built drawings.
• Serve as main on-site customer contact and attend facility/construction meetings when required.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge, troubleshoot, and resolve issues as they arise.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Problem solving

Reading blueprints

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, MS Project)

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Lead - Structured Cabling will act as the on-site coordinator and supervisor of several Crew Leads - Structured Cabling for voice and data installation projects. The Project Lead - Structured Cabling’s task will be to ensure job completion according to company and customer quality and safety requirements while maintaining the efficiency of the staff assigned to the project.

General Job Duties And Responsibilities

• The Project Lead Structured Cabling will consistently run major project crews, assume responsibility for effective performance and provide necessary training, assume responsibility for adherence to Company and customer safety, quality guidelines, and hold weekly safety meetings, initiate performance-related communications, and elevate to Project Manager if necessary.
• The Project Lead Structured Cabling coordinates with Project Manager to ensure productivity, job completion, and compliance with the project budget.
• The Project Lead Structured Cabling 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 Project Lead Structured Cabling will perform quality checks, coordinate moves, and cut sheets for voice and data cross-connects, prepare red-lined as-built drawings.
• The Project Lead Structured Cabling serves as main on-site customer contact for questions and/or concerns, attend facility and construction meetings when required.
• The Project Lead Structured Cabling performs work consistently, demonstrating a detailed level of technical knowledge, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues as they arise.
• The Project Lead Structured Cabling will complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Physical And Mental Requirements

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

Min

USD $27.00/Yr.

Max

USD $38.50/Yr.

Qualifications

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 of 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.

Career Path

• Project Manager

Minimum Years Of Experience

2-4

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 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement

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.

EEO & Affi

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal

Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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 [phone] or any IES office to request assistance.

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Workplace Type

Onsite