What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Lead - Structured Cabling position at IES Holdings?
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- IES Communications, LLC
- IES Communications
- Operations
- USD $27.00/Hr.
- USD $38.50/Hr.
- Regular Full-Time
- Onsite
- 23517
Job Description
Project Lead – Structured Cabling
- Leads and supervises multiple structured cabling crews performing voice and data installation projects.
- Responsible for overall project execution, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in compliance with company and customer quality standards.
- Provides leadership, mentoring, training, and performance oversight for Crew Leads and technicians.
- Conducts weekly safety meetings and enforces adherence to company and customer safety requirements.
- Coordinates closely with Project Managers to meet productivity goals, project deadlines, and budget expectations.
- Completes and manages project documentation, including timesheets, work orders, material transfers, change orders, tool transfers, and other required paperwork.
- Performs quality control inspections and oversees voice and data cross-connects, cut sheets, moves, and additions.
- Produces and maintains red-lined as-built drawings and project records.
- Serves as the primary on-site customer contact, addressing project questions, concerns, and coordinating with facility and construction teams.
- Attends customer, facility, and construction meetings as required.
- Demonstrates advanced technical knowledge in structured cabling systems and provides troubleshooting and resolution of installation issues.
- Escalates project, personnel, or performance concerns to the Project Manager when necessary.
- Supports additional project and operational responsibilities as assigned.
Key Skills Required
- Structured Cabling Installation
- Project Leadership & Crew Management
- Voice & Data Systems
- Quality Assurance & Inspections
- Customer Relationship Management
- Budget & Productivity Management
- Safety Compliance & Training
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Documentation & As-Built Drawings
- Cross-Connects & Cut Sheets
- Communication & Coordination
- Construction Site Management
Min
USD $27.00/Hr.
Max
USD $38.50/Hr.
Qualifications
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- The Project Lead Structured Cabling must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional, and help create, develop, and implement project process improvement(s).
- The Project Lead Structured Cabling must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
- The Project Lead Structured Cabling must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
- The Project Lead Structured Cabling must possess proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and the ability to effectively read, write, and give oral presentation(s).
- Must be able to stand and walk very large job sites regularly.
- The Project Lead Structured Cabling must be able to work at various heights on a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
- The Project Lead Structured Cabling must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read the small print, and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
- The Project Lead Structured Cabling must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
- Regular attendance is mandatory
Tools:
- Tools: screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle-nose and channel locks), hammer, cable stripper, flashlight, and gloves. Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, Krone/3M/BIX, butt set, volt-ohmmeter, 4-pair continuity tester, and 5-gang punch tool.
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
- Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency.
- Must possess a minimum of three (3) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field.
- Must be able to terminate fiber.
- Must possess a minimum of six (6) months of supervisory and/or managerial experience.
- Must possess and be able to effectively use the tools listed above.
- Must have proven skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting, and quality requirements.
- Must know the universal communications color codes.
- Must possess and be proficient with the listed tools
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and MS Project).
- Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
Minimum Years of Experience
2-4
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 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.
From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.
Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:
- Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
- Competitive Pay
- Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
- Company Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
- Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
- Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
- Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs
EEO Statement
PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS.
NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any 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.
NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any 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.
EEO & Affirmative Action
The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.
View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal
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.
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