Project Lead-Structured Cabling ($5,000 Sign-on Bonus)

Job Summary

The Project Lead is the on-site crew supervisor and coordinator for voice and data installation projects. This role ensures job completion in accordance with company and customer quality and safety standards while maintaining crew efficiency and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage major project crews; own crew performance and on-the-job training;
• Ensure adherence to company and customer safety and quality standards;
• Hold weekly safety meetings;
• Initiate performance-related communications and escalate to the Project Manager as needed;
• Coordinate with the Project Manager to drive productivity, job completion, and project budget compliance;
• Complete all IES and project paperwork accurately and on time including timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, and tool transfers;
• Perform quality checks; coordinate moves and cut sheets for voice and data cross connects; prepare red-lined as-built drawings;
• Serve as the primary on-site customer contact for questions and concerns; attend facility and construction meetings as required;
• Apply advanced technical knowledge to troubleshoot and resolve field issues as they arise;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, professional, and positive in approach;
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with the ability to read, write, and present effectively;
• Proven ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, and project documents including quality and reporting requirements;
• Able to serve as the company liaison and interface directly with customer representatives;
• Promotes company culture and mission to employees, vendors, clients, and business partners;
• Supports process improvement initiatives.

Required Tools

• Screwdriver (flathead and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips with belt sheath, needle nose and channel lock pliers, hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight, gloves, punch tool with 110 and 66 block blades, tone set, and 6/8 position combo crimp tool.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required;
• Minimum two years of experience in telecommunications or a related technical field;
• Demonstrated ability to supervise others;
• Proficient with all required tools;
• Knowledge of universal communications color codes required;
• Must meet company minimum driving standards.

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 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 174 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.

EEO Statement

Please note that unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.

Disability Accommodation

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.