Low Voltage Operations & Project Manager – Florida (Div 2728)

Fort Lauderdale, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: USD 80000 - 1100000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Low Voltage Operations Manager - Florida (Div. 27/28)

Company Description

Coranet Corp is a leading national provider of low-voltage solutions including structured cabling infrastructure wireless audio-visual and physical security (access control and video surveillance). We partner with leading technology brands to design install and maintain comprehensive low-voltage systems for our clients real estate assets. Coranet has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private businesses on the Inc. 5000 list for four consecutive years. As a certified Women-Owned Small Business we help organizations modernize their operations and make assets smart secure and connected.

Role Description

Coranet is seeking a Florida-based Low Voltage Operations & Project Manager (Div 27/28) located in South Florida / Fort Lauderdale. Reporting to Coranets Director of Critical Territories this role owns the execution and operational performance of Coranets projects across Florida with a strong emphasis on ground-up new construction and major renovation builds in multifamily hospitality healthcare industrial retail and office environments.

This position is responsible for end-to-end delivery of low-voltage scope including structured cabling (copper/fiber) pathways and spaces (IDF/MDF) wireless infrastructure audio-visual systems access control video surveillance and related integrations while managing internal field teams subcontractors schedules customer satisfaction and job profitability. The Florida Operations & Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for GCs owners/clients consultants and other project stakeholders once a project begins ensuring smooth coordination from kickoff through closeout and turnover.

This is a fast-paced high-ownership role requiring strong construction leadership attention to detail and the ability to communicate quickly and effectively via email text phone and in person. The ideal candidate is comfortable with budgeting forecasting and margin management and thrives in a growth-oriented environment with autonomy and accountability.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Project & Operations Leadership

Lead and execute Div 27/28 low-voltage projects across Florida including ground-up new construction large-scale renovations and tenant improvements (moves/adds/changes/repairs).
Oversee project planning schedule management staffing and execution to ensure projects are delivered on time within scope and on budget.
Serve as Coranets primary field-facing leader in Florida-driving operational consistency quality safety productivity and customer satisfaction.
Maintain strong relationships with clients GCs consultants vendors and subcontractors; ensure a high level of responsiveness and professionalism.

Construction Management (New Development / Builds)

Participate in internal kickoff meetings with Sales Design and Engineering to confirm scope assumptions milestones procurement plan and delivery strategy.
Review drawings Division 27/28 specifications and site conditions; identify scope gaps and risks early and coordinate RFIs and clarifications as needed.
Schedule and conduct jobsite walkthroughs with internal teams subcontractors GCs and clients; align installation approach to design intent and construction sequencing.
Coordinate multi-trade interfaces (e.g. electrical power/grounding pathways sleeves and firestopping telecom rooms door hardware coordination) to support clean installations.

Submittals Permitting and Compliance

Manage shop drawings and submittals (including submittal registers when required); coordinate approvals and releases in alignment with project schedule.
Coordinate permit and inspection requirements with AHJs GCs and licensed partners as needed; ensure documentation is complete and submitted on time.
Ensure installation meets applicable codes standards and project requirements; support inspections and site readiness.

Procurement Logistics & Material Controls

Review takeoffs and bill of materials for accuracy prior to ordering; plan for long-lead items and align procurement to schedule milestones.
Coordinate ordering and deliveries with internal teams and clients as required; ensure materials are received logged staged and ready prior to install.
Monitor material usage and manage excess/defective material returns and replacements.

Field Team & Subcontractor Management

Lead and support foremen technicians and subcontractors; provide direction on priorities sequencing quality expectations and safety requirements.
Monitor field utilization and capacity; develop manpower plans and support hiring/crew scaling aligned with Florida growth.
Manage subcontractor relationships including selection negotiation onboarding and performance evaluation.

Financial & Performance Management

Own job profitability: track labor hours vs. budget material costs equipment costs and margin performance; implement corrective actions as needed.
Manage change order process: scope documentation pricing coordination with Sales/Engineering client review/approval and internal execution.
Provide clear reporting on milestones schedule risks staffing needs and financial performance to leadership.

Client Communication & Closeout

Provide daily/weekly status updates to clients/GCs as required by project size and complexity; proactively communicate issues and solutions.
Manage punch lists and closeout activities through final acceptance.
Deliver required turnover documentation which may include as-builts labeling/admin copper/fiber test results warranties and O&M materials as required by contract.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree preferred (or equivalent relevant field experience).
6 years (or 4 years with strong new construction leadership) in low-voltage construction operations and/or project management with hands-on experience delivering Div 27/28 scope.
Proven track record managing multiple projects simultaneously including large-scale ground-up builds and major renovations.
Strong technical understanding of:
- Structured cabling (Cat6/Cat6A and fiber optics) pathways risers IDF/MDF buildouts and telecom rooms
- Wireless infrastructure (WAP layouts/rough-in support) AV infrastructure access control and video surveillance systems
Ability to interpret construction documents blueprints and technical drawings; electrical background is a plus.
Strong leadership organization and communication skills; able to coordinate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Strong budgeting and analytical skills; comfortable working in Excel and with financial/job cost metrics.
Experience with common construction/project tools (e.g. Procore or similar platforms Bluebeam) preferred.
Ability to travel to customer sites across Florida as needed.
Valid drivers license.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Required Experience:

Low Voltage Operations Manager - Florida (Div. 27/28)Company DescriptionCoranet Corp is a leading national provider of low-voltage solutions including structured cabling infrastructure wireless audio-visual and physical security (access control and video surveillance). We partner with leading techno...