Connectivity Engineer

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities
Project Planning & Control

+ Develop, maintain, and report on project and program scopes, schedules, and milestones.

+ Collaborate closely with the site project management team throughout the project lifecycle—from planning through closeout.

Continuous Improvement

+ Evaluate ongoing projects for schedule and budget efficiencies.

+ Document key data points to support field coordination.

+ Contribute to the development of project management best practices, coordinate SOPs/SIPs with vendors, and support the creation of global and regional standards.

+ Capture and document lessons learned with internal and external cross-functional partners.

Forecasting

+ Support the project controls team with forecasting and budgeting activities.

+ Communicate current project status to upstream and downstream partners to ensure seamless handoffs.

Technical Reviews

+ Define milestones for equipment procurement and monitor progress.

+ Assist in contractor selection and review for structured cabling work within data centers.

Metrics Reporting

+ Provide regular updates on project progress and risk assessments to key stakeholders.

Workflow Management

+ Partner with installation teams to define and track project milestones.

+ Lead pre-project planning, manage handoffs, and ensure timely design delivery and verification.

+ Identify and escalate project risks and high-priority issues.

+ Manage change order requests effectively.

Vendor Field Management

+ Oversee connectivity activities during construction and site projects.

+ Monitor and report progress against schedule expectations.

+ Set clear expectations, foster strong relationships with installation partners, and promote a safe, collaborative work environment.

Quality Assurance

+ Conduct physical inspections to ensure vendor work meets quality standards throughout the data center lifecycle.

+ Validate installations, test reports, build accuracy, material compliance, and adherence to local codes.

Technical Field Lead

+ Lead product evaluation, design, and installation methods in the field.

+ Manage scope clarification, design and installation details, and the Request for Information (RFI) process.

Technical Coordination

+ Resolve in-field scope gaps or design conflicts.

+ Collaborate with design and engineering teams on design reviews, BOM assessments, and as-built drawing validations.

Cross-Functional Communication

+ Coordinate with construction partners to meet deliverables during new builds and retrofits.

+ Work with logistics, vendors, and suppliers to ensure smooth material flow.

+ Communicate progress, risks, and initiatives to stakeholders.

Safety Oversight

+ Ensure vendor compliance with safety regulations and best practices.

+ Promote a “safety-first” culture and encourage open communication around EHS practices.

Minimum Qualifications

+ 7+ years of experience in project management

+ Proven ability to engage and guide stakeholders

+ Experience resolving construction-related challenges

+ Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and MS Project

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience leading installations based on design documents and specifications

+ Experience in data center development or construction management

+ Familiarity with Primavera P6

+ Experience managing IT or IP network deployment projects in mission-critical environments

+ Expertise in network/structured cabling infrastructure deployments

+ Experience with fiber optic testing and complex troubleshooting

+ Knowledge of outside plant cabling (OSP) and OTDR/OLTS testing

+ Experience in QA/QC processes, including progressive inspections and acceptance

Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in New Albany,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2025.
h4>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation.

We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity.

We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia.

As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change.

That's the power of true partnership.

TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.



The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We’re a leading provider of business and technology services.

We accelerate business transformation for our customers.

Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions.

We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed.

We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology.

We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities.

TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies.

Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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