Central Construction Coordinator - West Metro, MN

Candidates must reside within a 60 miles of St. Bonifacius, MN.  

Job Summary:

As a Central Construction Coordinator, you will oversee all phases of construction projects, acting as Midco’s key liaison with vendors, customers, and regulatory agencies. This role includes planning and scheduling construction activities, ensuring project compliance and progress, and coordinating permitting processes. Position levels range from Coordinator to Coordinator III, depending on experience and certifications.

Responsibilities:

• Engage in Construction team efforts to maintain, expand and upgrade Midco’s regional network.
• Schedule and plan all phases of construction projects to meet established goals and deadlines.
• Monitor progress, quality, safety, and compliance for each project.
• Collaborate with State, County, City, Townships, and other entities on permit requirements and requests, and attend related meetings, including those with utility companies.
• Obtain private easements from landowners.
• Create Project Summaries and ensure projects are closed timely, with all excess materials returned to Materials Management.
• Create Purchase Orders and Change Orders and issue to contractors.
• Oversee activities of outside contractors and internal staff related to various construction projects.
• Inspect work in progress and work completed for compliance and quality assurance. Complete the appropriate paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Read, comprehend, and utilize cable system maps and plans.
• Assist in preparing site surveys.
• Prepare asbuilts and update maps accurately and in a timely manner.
• Locate existing underground cable.
• Ensure all project documents are complete in their entirety, placed in Compass, and kept current.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Midco’s safety program by enforcing safety rules and procedures, wearing appropriate safety apparel (e.g., hard hats, safety vests, OSHA-approved boots), and operating all equipment safely.
• Operate and drive a company vehicle in compliance with all Midco policies and procedures, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to traffic laws. Maintain vehicle cleanliness and ensure regular maintenance and repairs are conducted as scheduled to uphold a professional image.
• Model Midco’s mission, vision, values, ethos, and Leadership Success Drivers, and inspire others to do the same.
• Ensure customer privacy by adhering to Midco’s privacy guidelines while actively following Midco policies and procedures.
• Maintain reliable and predictable attendance as required by the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Complete Construction First Time (FTR) certification within 60 days of hire and consistently apply principles in all aspects of work.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with a clean driving record. A DUI conviction within the past 5 years will result in disqualification from employment in this position.
• Working knowledge of construction, the National Electrical Code, OSHA regulations, state and local regulations and general safety standards.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Associate’s degree or vocational training in a related field.
• NCTI, SCTE, or other broadband certification, or previous experience in installing and troubleshooting broadband services.

Position leveling will be assigned based upon required experience and training.

Job Level Position Requirements Central Construction Coordinator No previous experience required. Central Construction Coordinator I

Central Construction Coordinator requirements met.
2 years in role or equivalent experience.
FTR 1 Certification and Field Competency Tests.
Proficient in project planning, implementation, and completion.
Familiar with small-scale construction processes.

Central Construction Coordinator II Central Construction Coordinator I requirements met.
4 years in role or equivalent experience.
FTR 2 Certification and Field Competency Tests.
Proficient in project planning, implementation, and completion.
Familiar with small-scale construction processes. Central Construction Coordinator III Central Construction Coordinator II requirements met.
6 years in role or equivalent experience.
FTR 3 Certification and Field Competency Tests.
5 years of project management experience.
Proficient in State DOT and Railroad permitting.
Capable of overseeing multiple large-scale projects.

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