Project Specialist, Telecom

TAK Broadband is a leading end-to-end U.S. fiber broadband network construction contractor operating in 42 states. It builds more than just networks; it connects communities to new valuable digital opportunities. TAK offers comprehensive service solutions from construction to drops to fulfillment. TAKs ecosystem of partners allows it to successfully complete every project starting from the first point of conception. This includes engineering teams distributors and more than 100 qualified construction crews with extensive experience across all ISP types and markets; over 300 experienced bury drop crews; and more than 700 professional technicians.

We are seeking a Project Specialist to join our team in Houston TX. In this role you will support the planning design and development of network construction projects from initial project definition and path planning through budgeting and final development. The position partners closely with design teams performs detailed project walkouts and ensures accurate asset integration for aerial and underground networks while maintaining a strong focus on customer experience and project accuracy across multiple stages.

Why TAK

• Full Time
• Paid Weekly
• Compensation: $52K - $62K annually DOE
• Full Benefits Package (Medical Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match!
• 25K Company Paid Life Insurance
• Independent Work & Team Collaboration
• Career Development & Advancement Opportunities!

The Role

• Define projects from job definitions network integration needs and connection points
• Manage overall path planning review including site pictures node integration and area resources including buildings ground and aerial assets
• Participate in the development of Project Packets
• Drive projects through systems for final development and budgeting
• Supports the design team with the development of site plan and images site asset lists defining labor and material needs permitting requirements/needs infrastructure nodes and plant connection points locate services and city/county/state requirements and restrictions
• Project development for new proposed projects
• Project walkout expert related to project makeup
• Manage multiple stages of projects keeping systems and records updated
• Network and asset knowledge and planning to include Aerial and Underground assets and network inventory knowledge

• Prior knowledge or experience with aerial and underground construction network operations and associated inventory for both RF and Fiber bucket truck work
• Ability to read and understand maps drawings and diagrams for project build process
• Excellent customer service time management problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to learn and utilize software systems
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• Ability to travel open to a variety of schedules; nights and/or weekends as needed
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs as needed
• Ability to complete work outdoors in tight spaces and elevated by bending reaching twisting climbing and working while standing up to 70% of the time
• Ability to safely work and navigate various terrains and job sites
• Must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a drivers license is required if the role involves driving
• Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR Background Check Drug Screen)

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time with or without notice subject to applicable law.

TAK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We maintain full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and are committed to providing equal access throughout our employment practices. Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations during the application and hiring process by contacting