OSP Fiber - Project Coordinator

Company Overview

We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.

Job Summary:

This individual will interface between engineering, site acquisition, government affairs, and fiber construction crews. External coordination with city and county jurisdictions, and utility companies is also required. Typical duties include general administrative tasks such as workflow management, file management, project scheduling, work order generation and permit procurement. Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to learn quickly are necessary. Provides weekly progress updates to management as necessary.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Consistent work in Excel, SiteTracker, or SmartSheet project management software/database.
• Research ROW or other permit requirements and apply for permits.
• Work with utilities on joint-use pole attachment permit progress.
• Review construction drawings and closeout packages as needed.
• Facilitate weekly status meetings to capture overall project status and potential jeopardies.
• Coordinate with various inter-departmental teams and external contractors assigned to project.
• Electronic and physical file management and upkeep.
• Extensive data upkeep including updating project trackers and statuses of various tasks spanning multiple departments and projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills:

• Effective communicator, with strong inter-personal and superior organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, a commitment to tight deadlines, and the ability to multi-task
• Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality
• Must be comfortable in a rapidly changing environment and adapt easily to change
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to interpret reports and metrics
• Confident in public speaking
• Ability to use initiative and work efficiently with minimal supervision
• A self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset is a huge bonus

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent
• Experience working in Excel, Word and Outlook
• Experience coordinating and facilitating data and communication between multiple departments
• Experience using project management software such as SiteTracker or SmartSheet is highly desired

Job Classification:

• Field Operations: Planning and Development
• Non-Exempt

Work Environment/Hazards:

• Working conditions primarily inside an office environment
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Physical Demands:

• The employee may be occasionally required to lift and/or move equipment and materials up to 20 lbs.
• This position may involve occasionally operating a motor-vehicle, which may require assuming a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Stationary position for 8-10 hours a day
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment.
• To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position. Daily movements include sitting, standing, operating computers and other office equipment and moving about the office. The employee must be able to communicate via email and verbally via telephone.

Working Hours/Days:

• Monday-Friday
• 40 hours
• Full time
• Overtime as needed

Travel Requirements:

• 0% travel required

Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement):

Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Drug Free Workplace:

Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.