Telecom Construction Project Lead

ITG Communications, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ITG Communications is seeking a Construction Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and monitor multiple telecom construction projects from inception to closeout. You will act as the central link between field operations, subcontractors, internal teams, and external stakeholders to ensure projects align with standards, budgets, and schedules.

The role requires 2–5 years in telecom construction and project coordination, a valid driver’s license, and a willingness to travel to sites.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in cable/telecom construction (fiber and coax preferred).
• 2–5 years of experience in project coordination or supervisory roles preferred.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all phases of construction projects including pre-construction, permitting, design, material procurement, construction, and closeout.
• Support planning of workflows, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Ensure projects are executed in accordance with established standards and timelines.
• Monitor project progress and proactively address delays or issues.
• Develop and support cost estimates for construction projects.
• Monitor job costs and track work-in-progress against budget.
• Review and evaluate change orders for accuracy and financial impact.
• Support cost control efforts to ensure project profitability.
• Conduct site walkouts and ride-outs to assess project conditions, gather data, and monitor progress.
• Perform post-construction reviews to ensure quality and completion standards are met.
• Identify field issues and collaborate on solutions with internal teams and contractors.
• Coordinate and oversee subcontractors and construction crews.
• Monitor contractor performance against project goals, timelines, and quality standards.
• Ensure proper resource allocation including labor, materials, and equipment.
• Partner with internal teams including Finance, Procurement, Warehouse, Legal, Engineering, and Design.
• Provide technical input and construction support to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Communicate project status, risks, and updates to leadership and relevant teams.
• Coordinate permit applications, licensing, and make-ready processes.
• Interface with municipalities, utility companies, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
• Maintain project logs, reports, and documentation related to construction activities, materials, and expenditures.
• Track project milestones and provide status updates to management.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of project data.
• Review and respond to customer requests and complaints related to construction activities.
• Ensure timely resolution and maintain customer satisfaction.

Skills

Coordination

Organizational skills

Cross-functional communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

ITG Communications is seeking a Construction Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and monitor multiple telecom construction projects from inception to closeout. You will act as the central link between field operations, subcontractors, internal teams, and external stakeholders to ensure projects align with standards, budgets, and schedules.

The role requires 2–5 years in telecom construction and project coordination, a valid driver’s license, and a willingness to travel to sites.