What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Dispatcher, Project Services position at ICONMA?
Our Client, a Business Manufacturing and Supply Company, is looking for Construction Dispatcher, Project Services for their Scranton, PA location
Responsibilities :
- They will visit the project sites in the field as required.
- Long term vehicle rental is encouraged. (COC) Engineering Services (ES) department needs an experienced Construction Dispatcher to join our Project Services (PS) group.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for outside plant fiber optic projects for major customers, primarily in the eastern US.
- This position is based in Scranton, PA that will support a large aerial fiber optic build.
- Candidate must be able to the office site and job sites as needed.
- The position primarily covers Fiber-to-the Home (FTTH) projects including SFU (single family), MDU (multi-dwelling), and FTTB (business) projects from design to test and turn-up.
- Ideal candidate must be able to work behind a desk and on a job site as needed.
- Assign construction crews, vehicles, and equipment to appropriate project locations based on daily schedules and immediate needs.
- Monitor crew availability and ensure efficient utilization of resources.
- Coordinate and assist with vendor material pickup at warehouse location
- Serve as the primary contact point for field personnel, project managers, and clients to address scheduling concerns, delays, and updates.
- Communicate with drivers, crew leaders, and supervisors regarding job assignments, changes in schedules, and any potential issues.
- Resolve scheduling conflicts and coordinate with other departments to address logistical challenges.
- Utilize Sitetracker to track crew locations, project progress, and equipment status.
- Maintain accurate records of work orders, job assignments, and crews.
- Generate reports on project schedules, potential delays, and resource utilization
- Identify potential scheduling issues and implement solutions to minimize delays and disruptions
- Respond to unexpected situations like equipment breakdowns, weather changes, or personnel absences, making necessary adjustments to schedules
- Collaborate with project managers to address project challenges and ensure timely completion
- Executes the schedule with vendors onsite.
- Confirms proper materials are released with the warehouse and confirms the warehouse crew is working to support the construction crews.
- Provide input on material consumption and needs.
- Defines the project / jobs for the Construction Inspector (CI) to inspect.
- Fields vendor's questions / issues and coordinates with others to solve problems.
- Escalate vendor issues / concerns to leadership
- Initial review of the QC checklist and production reporting.
- Review drawings and specifications to become completely familiar with the project and identify long lead times and critical path items.
- Review / Consolidate daily reports outlining construction progress on all installations located in the assigned area of responsibility.
- Communicate with vendor site superintendents about delays and any other issues that must be communicated to clients.
- Participate in daily / weekly / monthly meetings to offer input to help drive project completion utilizing project data.
- Update project data in Sitetracker
- Assemble the close-out documents for customers. Attend pre / post-installation meetings.
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Desired Skills
Why Should You Apply?
As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
