IT Communications and Construction Coordinator

Berkshire Hathaway Automotive is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented IT Communications and Construction Coordinator to oversee all IT-related needs during remodeling and new construction projects. The primary responsibility of this role is to coordinate network cabling, circuits, cut-overs, and physical moves of IT equipment, such as routers, switches, access points, and telephony gear. Additionally, the IT Construction Coordinator will manage and track simultaneous projects while ensuring minimal disruption to operations. Knowledge of automotive dealership operations is highly preferred.

This position is full-time and will be onsite at our Headquarters in Irving, Texas.

Benefits:

• Paid training and development
• Career growth opportunities
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Paid Vacation
• 401(k) with company match

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all IT-related aspects of remodeling and new construction projects, including network infrastructure, cabling, circuit installations, and cut-overs.
• Work closely with project managers, contractors, and vendors to ensure timely and accurate execution of IT requirements within project timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate the physical moves of IT equipment, including routers, switches, access points, racking, telephony gear, PCs, printers, and phones, to support project requirements.
• Plan and schedule PC, printer, phone, and other PC-related moves and installations, ensuring minimal disruption to end users and business operations.
• Collaborate with IT teams to assess project requirements, identify equipment needs, and develop implementation plans to support project objectives.
• Manage and track multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all IT-related tasks are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate telecom replacement projects including replacement of key systems to VOIP cloud based systems.
• Coordinate migration away from copper data and voice circuits to fiber based products.
• Provide regular updates and reports on project status, milestones, and issues to stakeholders and project teams.
• Coordinate with facility managers and building contractors to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements for IT installations and equipment moves.
• Conduct site surveys and assessments to identify IT infrastructure needs and develop solutions to address them effectively.
• Maintain accurate records of project documentation, including equipment inventories, installation plans, and change requests.

Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience in project coordination or management, preferably in the construction or IT industry.
• Knowledge of automotive dealership operations and IT requirements is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure, cabling standards, and telecommunications systems.
• Experience with coordinating physical moves of IT equipment, including routers, switches, access points, and telephony gear.
• Familiarity with PC, printer, and phone installations and configurations, including troubleshooting and support.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage and track simultaneous projects effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results within project constraints.
• Ability to travel to dealership locations throughout the US and represent BHA IT in a positive and professional manner.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements in a fast-paced environment.

*All potential employees must pass pre-employment testing including a background check and drug screen

WHO WE ARE:

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Berkshire Hathaway Automotive is one of the largest dealership groups in America, with over 100 franchises in 10 states. The company sets the industry standard for operational excellence, financial performance and an unmatched customer experience within franchised auto dealerships. Using extensive experience, innovative strategies and technological expertise, Berkshire Hathaway Automotive works to assure their dealerships obtain and maintain position as leaders and trendsetters in the automotive field. The company focuses on building resilient and adaptive business models that cultivate engaged, strong and proactive leadership.