Project Lead - Structured Cabling

Job Summary

The Project Lead - Structured Cabling serves as the on-site coordinator and supervisor for structured cabling installation projects, providing leadership to Crew Leads and field teams.

This role is responsible for ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with Company and customer quality standards. The Project Lead works closely with the Project Manager to coordinate field activities, maintain productivity, resolve technical issues, and support successful project completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate structured cabling crews and Crew Leads on medium to large voice and data installation projects.
• Manage daily field activities, workload distribution, productivity, and overall crew performance.
• Provide hands-on leadership, technical guidance, training, and coaching to field personnel.
• Ensure compliance with Company and customer safety and quality requirements, including conducting required safety meetings.
• Partner with the Project Manager to monitor project progress, staffing, productivity, schedules, and budget performance.
• Identify and address performance or operational concerns and escalate issues to the Project Manager as appropriate.
• Complete required project documentation accurately and on time, including timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers, and related records.
• Perform quality inspections and ensure installations meet project specifications and established workmanship standards.
• Coordinate moves, adds, and changes (MACs), voice and data cross-connects, cut sheets, and related installation activities.
• Maintain red-lined drawings and as-built documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as a primary on-site point of contact for customer questions and project-related concerns.
• Participate in customer, facility, and construction meetings as required.
• Troubleshoot and resolve structured cabling and other technical installation issues as they arise.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Leadership Expectations

The Project Lead is expected to demonstrate strong field leadership, technical knowledge, accountability, and attention to safety and quality. Successful individuals in this role are organized, solutions-oriented, and capable of effectively leading multiple crews while maintaining strong communication with customers and project leadership.

Required Tools

Basic Hand Tools: Standard and Phillips screwdrivers, drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips with belt sheath, needle-nose and channel-lock pliers, hammer, cable stripper, flashlight, and gloves.

Trade Tools: Punch-down tool with 110 and 66 block blades, 6/8-position combination crimp tool, Krone/3M/BIX tools, butt set, volt-ohm meter, 4-pair continuity tester, and 5-gang punch tool.

Min

USD $32.00/Hr.
Max

USD $38.00/Hr.
Qualifications

Physical and Professional Requirements

• Self-motivated, professional, and able to contribute to project and process improvements.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to serve as a Company liaison with customers, vendors, and business partners.
• Ability to work at heights, on ladders, and in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move materials or equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to distinguish colors, read small print, and recognize audible signals.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout large job sites for extended periods.
• Ability to travel within the branch and/or regional territory as needed.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Education, Experience, and Skills

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in electrical, telecommunications, infrastructure, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of six (6) months of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Ability to terminate fiber and properly use required hand and trade tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, reports, and quality documentation.
• Working knowledge of universal telecommunications color codes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project.
• Must meet Company driving requirements.

English language proficiency, including the ability to speak, read, write, and understand English, is required.  This is based on the requirement to communicate directly with customer(s) and other employees, to complete regular reporting both to management and to the customer, and to promote safety and efficient communication in the case of emergencies. 

Career Path

Next Level: Superintendent

Minimum Years of Experience

4-6
License Required

No
Minimum Education

High School
Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8+ billion in revenue and employed over 9,485 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply

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IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

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Workplace Type

Onsite