Telecom Joint-Use Designer I/II — Field & Impact

Timmonsgroup1; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Timmons Group in Richmond, VA is seeking Joint Use / Telecommunications Designers to support roadway and utility projects. You will monitor contractor work for quality and contract compliance, coordinating with property owners and utility providers on permits and inspections.

Responsibilities include preparing joint-use pole designs, cost estimates, and CATV permits; tracking payments; maintaining permit files; and facilitating communications across departments and external partners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with distribution design, construction, estimating and NESC/RUS codes preferred.
• Familiarity with cable TV, telephone and telecom operations and their interaction with electric utilities is preferred.
• Knowledge of Joint Use design software and assembly codes (ArcFM, Partner, Mapwise, PoleForeman, Ike Office).
• Proficient with Microsoft Word/Excel and Outlook; data conversion tools like ArcGIS/AutoCAD/Microstation preferred.
• Ability to research, interpret and summarize data; prioritize multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Process attachment permits for Joint Use partners (cable TV, telecoms, local governments, private firms).
• Act as liaison between the company and Joint Use partners on permits, inspections, rebuilds, NESC/RUS interpretations and policy.
• Prepare joint use related pole construction/design projects and cost estimates, notifications, CATV permits.
• Ensure proper payments and billing.
• Maintain files of agreements, permits, surveys, inspections, and rebuilds.
• Perform other duties including non-Joint Use design work.
• Work in both office and field environments.

Skills

Distribution design knowledge

NERC/NESC knowledge

Telecom operations awareness

Office software proficiency

ArcGIS/AutoCAD/Microstation experience

Data interpretation and summarization

Project prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ArcFM

Partner

Mapwise

PoleForeman

Ike Office

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

Timmons Group in Richmond, VA is seeking Joint Use / Telecommunications Designers to support roadway and utility projects. You will monitor contractor work for quality and contract compliance, coordinating with property owners and utility providers on permits and inspections.

Responsibilities include preparing joint-use pole designs, cost estimates, and CATV permits; tracking payments; maintaining permit files; and facilitating communications across departments and external partners.