Construction Coordinator

Be part of something new! LiveOak Fiber is growing in Augusta, and we're hiring now for an anticipated March 2027 start date as we build the team that will help launch and support our newest market.

We are excited to add this position to the #BestTeamInTelecom!

LiveOak Fiber is a fast-growing fiber broadband provider delivering high-speed, reliable internet to homes and businesses across the Emerald Coast of Florida and communities throughout Georgia, including the Golden Isles, Savannah, and Augusta. Our mission is to improve quality of life in our communities through technology.

Employees enjoy 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for themselves and their dependents, bonus potential, career development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

At LiveOak Fiber, we are proud to be a different kind of service provider that puts people at the center of everything we do. Your work directly contributes to bringing critical infrastructure and opportunity to local communities while helping us connect more people to the services they rely on every day. We invest in employee development, career progression, and leadership programs designed to help you grow and succeed. You'll work alongside exceptional teammates in a collaborative, values-driven culture that combines experienced industry leaders with passionate local talent and supports growth, recognition, and connection. 

Position Overview & Purpose

The Coordinator, Construction will help deploy our state-of-the-art fiber network, coordinating with contractors, customers, property managers and various other parties on construction projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee, track, and report on the progress and quality of work being performed by our construction contractors
• Proactively engage with residents to address concerns during construction
• Report on project status in the field and proactively works to manage and escalate issues as needed
• Coordinate with clients and property managers to survey and manage construction for business installations
• Survey and manage construction for Multi-unit dwellings (MDUs)
• Conduct site surveys for network changes and business customers
• Coordinate/manage locate companies, DOT and power companies as needed to achieve objectives
• Manage relocation projects
• Attend contractor meetings and calls as necessary
• Implement new process and procedures as set forth by the construction department
• Coordinate and communicate schedules with internal teams (e.g. Sales and Service Delivery)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate at all levels of the organization with a high level of professionalism
• Ability to appropriately prioritize and manage multiple requests at once and consistently meet deadlines
• Organized, detailed, and reliable approach to work
• Proactive and resourceful with strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Versatility and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
• Positive and can-do attitude with a sustained high level of enthusiasm
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.

Basic Qualifications & Competencies

• At least 3 years’ experience in project coordination or similar
• 10+ years in cable or other telecommunications underground fiber construction
• Strong knowledge of OSP design and construction methods
• Strong knowledge standard permitting standards and right-of-way standard practices
• Experience managing contractors and coordinating multi-site construction projects
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office programs.
• Ability to learn and navigate various internal systems with limited training
• Must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

• Walking- up to 80%
• Standing- up to 80%
• Reaching- up to 10%
• Lifting and/or bending- up to 10%
• Work environment- indoors and outdoors
• Able to lift up 45 pounds
• Travel: 10%