Optomi, in partnership with an innovative and fast-growing software company within the Telecommunications industry, is seeking an experienced Project Coordinator for their Plano, TX location! This Project Coordinator will oversee the coordination and execution of all projects related to quality control, cable locates, and third-party damages, ensuring alignment with company objectives and timelines.
What the right Candidate will enjoy:
- Competitive compensation!
- Large clientele with large budget projects!
- Opportunity for growth within a fast-growing company!
- Working at a innovate company!
Experience of the right candidate:
- Project Management: Strong understanding of project lifecycle, timelines, budgets, and resources.
- Problem Solving & Risk Mitigation: Able to proactively identify risks.
- PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar project management certification.
- Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication for coordinating between stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams.
- Telecommunications or Cable TV Industry: At least 5-7 years of experience, ideally in roles related to field operations, quality control, or damage prevention.
- Cable Locates & Damage Prevention: Familiarity with underground utility locating, including knowledge of locating technologies, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
- Proficiency in project coordination methodologies and tools, with a demonstrated ability to lead the planning, design, and execution of complex projects within budget and timeline constraints.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external partners, and clients.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating project risks.
- Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or mapping technologies used in cable locating.
- Must have experience with MS Excel, Power point and Excel as well as PM database management – (WorkFront, Sitetracker, etc.)
Responsibilities of the right candidate:
- Assist in developing M&Ps to outline all processes and requirements.
- Oversee the coordination and execution of all projects related to quality control, cable locates, and third-party damages, ensuring alignment with company objectives and timelines.
- Build and maintain contacts across each department including OSP, Construction and FS relating to damages, locates, forced relocates, etc.
- Develop and implement strategies to minimize third-party damage risks, including education and outreach programs for contractors and construction teams.
- Liaise with repair crews/construction teams to ensure timely restoration of services affected by third-party damages.
- Collaborate with internal departments such as engineering, operations, and construction to resolve issues related to cable locates, damages, and quality control.
- Provide recommendations to improve overall locate volumes, reduce damage incidents, and enhance quality standards.
- Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including senior management, and provide regular updates on progress.
- Experience with Telecom Construction standards and practices.
