Construction Manager - Lynchburg-Danville, VA

Segra is searching for a dynamic and experienced Construction Manager to support our Lynchburg-Danville, VA market.

Role Overview :

The Construction Manager plans, directs and coordinates activities pertaining to the daily operation of the outside fiber plant to include estimating, engineering, permitting, contracting, designing and maintenance of new fiber optic network build projects and existing fiber facility relocations. Responsible for design and development of complex outside plant (OSP) equipment installations, modifications and upgrades. Ensures fiber splice records, network topography records and fiber mapping and as-builts are accurately tracked in corporate inventory systems. Works closely with other carriers, engineering firms, local / state agencies and building owners / landlords on new building adds and relocations. Position also requires the capability to manage subordinate personnel. From project qualification and design through punch-list and close-out, the Construction Manager will ensure that projects are completed to client and internal specification, on time, and within budget. This role will provide emergency response support for network outages and restoration coordination.

Qualifications

• Education : Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent job experience
• Experience : Minimum of 3 to 5 years OSP Engineering and Construction experience. In the telecommunications industry preferred.
• Key Competencies :
• Strong OSP construction knowledge with ability to read / red-line construction drawings to facilitate new build, relocations and emergency repairs.
• Understanding of OSP permitting, engineering, vendor management, fiber splicing, project management and aerial / underground installation / repairs methods of fiber optic facilities.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
• Strong communication skills; thorough and attentive to details; able to prioritize and multitask; proactive and deadline oriented.
• Ability to interact effectively with customers, vendors and employees at all levels of the organization.
• Must be self-motivated and able to accomplish objectives with accountability.
• Ability to analyze problems and determine resolution in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
• Results driven with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Be able to multi task while managing the team.
• Must maintain professionalism and positive service attitude at all times.
• Safe driving record

About Segra :

Segra is one of the largest independent fiber network companies in the nation, able to offer state-of-the-art communication solutions backed by always-on customer service. We are known for our future-forward infrastructure and state-of-the-art voice and data technology solutions for businesses and the public sector, as well as wholesale transport services to some of the world's largest carriers. Our network features the latest advances in IP, ethernet, and dark fiber architectures, as well as high performance data centers. Furthermore, our network powers technology solutions such as hosted voice, security, and cloud.

Segra has engineered our entire company operations to put our customers at the very center of everything we do. We invest in the communities we serve by hiring locally and continually upgrading our network infrastructure. Segra has over 1200 employees, 500k+ on-net and near-net buildings, and 44k+ fiber-route miles. We exist purely to help businesses within our footprint be successful.

Benefits Overview :

Segra offers a very robust benefits package to our full-time employees, some of which include :

Our Commitment to Equality :

Segra is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. Segra does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.