What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Coordinator - Grand Rapids / Kalamazoo position at Mercury Broadband?
Construction Coordinator
Organization : Mercury Broadband is a leading provider of high-speed Internet and digital phone service. The Company was founded in Topeka, KS, after recognizing a need for Broadband Internet access in rural America. A hybrid approach to serving these "last-mile" customers was developed by extending high-capacity fiberoptic networks with the range, reliability, and flexibility of carrier-class wireless technologies. Today, Mercury Broadband's rapidly expanding network is headquartered in Kansas City and provides Internet access to communities throughout five states across the Midwest.
Position Summary : The Construction Coordinator at Mercury Broadband assists in the planning, organizing, and provides primary field supervision of outsourced fiber optic network construction, both aerial and underground. This role involves ensuring project timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met while complying with regulatory requirements. Reporting to the General Manager, the Construction Coordinator is the face of Mercury Broadband for field coordination with contractor construction teams.
Location : Grand Rapids or Kalamazoo service regions
Position Type : Full-Time
Compensation : Competitive Pay
Benefits : Health, Vision, Basic Dental & Life Insurance, STD, LTD, 401k, Paid Time Off, Paid Training
Key Responsibilities :
- Track performance of outsourced construction projects, ensuring compliance with required documentation, quality standards, and project specifications.
- Conduct project walkouts to assess planned construction site, project timeline, and budget.
- Support internal project management teams, including managing permitting and other pre-construction requirements as needed.
- Communicate project updates to the VP Fiber Construction and General Manager, tracking timelines, budgets, and any changes affecting project scope or costs.
- Reconcile invoices with completed work and collaborate with the accounting department for payment approvals.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and industry regulations.
- Identify risks, develop solutions, and maintain project timelines.
- Complete all project documentation and accurate closeout packages.
Skills and Requirements :
Preferred Education and Experience :
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Mercury Broadband is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Mercury is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.
Last updated : 23 November 2024
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