Project Coordinator I

Summary

Join Sonic, a company committed to building a faster, more affordable internet, and become a Project Coordinator I. This full-time, hybrid or fully remote position involves coordinating day-to-day project management activities for all phases of Sonic’s Plant Construction projects. You will promote Sonic's core values while working with various municipal departments, preparing purchase orders, tracking check requests, and managing the project closeout process. The role requires proficiency in various software and a general understanding of construction project lifecycles and permitting processes. Sonic offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

Requirements

• Proficient skills in Word / Excel / Adobe PDF / Outlook
• General understanding of the fundamentals of a construction project lifecycle as it pertains to utilities (pre-engineering, engineering, construction, and post-construction activities)
• General understanding of permitting process for aerial and underground construction (including durations, extensions, traffic control requirements, etc.)
• General understanding of the fundamentals of aerial and underground construction, and process of transitioning between the two methods, importance of continuity in network construction
• Experience / knowledge of State, Highway Department, Railway & Municipal requirements for construction permitting processes as requested
• Ability to learn and implement AT&T and PG&E paperwork processes and procedures
• Responsibility - Acts independently in the field within reason; knows when to consult for assistance; takes responsibility for vehicles, tools and credit cards
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional situations
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with team members
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational
• Knowledge/Experience – AT&T, PG&E, or Aerial Utility construction

Responsibilities

• Ability to interface with numerous municipal building and roadway departments to complete permit application requests, coordinate work inspections and secure project completion approvals as requested
• Prepare purchase order requests and monitor associated construction tracking
• Prepare and track check requests
• Deliver completed permit applications and fees to various Agencies Having Jurisdiction to secure construction permits
• Assist with the preparation of SOW documents as requested
• Assist with the permitting process as requested (Both pole owner attachment and AHJ Encroachment permits)
• Compile and submit aerial permit applications
• Schedule traffic control and no parking signs
• Monitor expiration date of permits and request extensions as necessary to facilitate construction activities
• Manage the Closeout process (file NOCs, As-Builts, Closing Permits, CPUC Filing, PG&E Permits, & AT&T Permits. Etc)
• Review as-built drawings to verify quantities for billing
• Create and send construction notices prior to construction, build and Test & Treat, set up PBX number
• Coordinate with IT and Logistics to issue contractor ID badges/magnets/vests, etc
• Maintain project progress meeting minutes as requested
• Prepare and submit map requests (ATT, GIS, Cable Pulls, Etc.)
• Push JIRA Workflows and upload related project files to SharePoint or J drive as appropriate

Benefits

• Medical + Dental + Vision benefits
• 401k and Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Education opportunities
• Stipend for high-speed internet access
• Paid Comprehensive Training
• Growth Opportunities
• Company Paid Pregnancy/Bonding Leave