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Construction Manager

Construction Manager

C&L GroupWA, US
30+ days ago
Job description

Description

Location : Teammate will be based out of WA (Seattle proper preferred) to avoid drive time.

Schedule : Normal business hours, but need the flexibility to work Nightshift

Travel : Yes, local travel in the fields, 35% + depending on the business needs

Expenses; Cell, Internet and mileage to the fields will be allowed for this position (standard charges approved)

Top Skills : Vendor Management, Organization, Decision-Making and must have experienced in small cells to include fiber in the right of way.

  • Responsible for all aspects of construction on
  • projects including; Vendor selection, on-site management, coordination of subcontractors, OEM installers and customer representatives.
  • Represent
  • as the expert on construction issues relating to construction / modification of towers and collocation or DAS and small cell projects, including in-building iDAS, public right-of-way oDAS & Small Cells along with the associated inside & outside plant construction methods.
  • Oversight for DAS and small cell projects will include activities related to above and below-ground fiber installation, hub construction, node construction and related utility make-ready.
  • Ensure all assigned projects are completed according to mutually agreed upon timeline and budget of customer and
  • Ensure all work is conducted in accordance with
  • policies and procedures in support of
  • objectives.

Essential Job Functions :

  • Directly advise and influence decisions of District and / or Program and Project Managers in all aspects of construction work.
  • Actively participate in and make recommendations in Vendor selection process.
  • Attend deployment and other customer meetings as subject matter expert for Crown.
  • Develop customer relationships that may result in influencing customers to award service work to Crown.
  • Make regular trips to sites during construction including : bid walk, precon walk, in progress site visits, punch walks and construction closeout.
  • Provide direction to general contractors when doing ground work.
  • Understand prevailing rates for all construction work and ensure
  • is receiving competitive rates for quality work.
  • Responsible to negotiate costs within scope of project, hold Vendor accountable to ensure budget is maintained; ensure District and / or Program and Project Managers and customers are aware of issues that will impact project completion or cost.
  • Responsible to problem solve issues that may occur onsite and make recommendations based on priority and need to ensure the project and budget are maintained.
  • Ensure all work is completed in accordance with
  • construction standards, processes, and procedures.
  • Ensure accurate and complete files are maintained for projects and appropriate closeout documents are distributed in a timely manner and are in accordance with corporate and customer standards.
  • Ensure that all jobs are maintained in a project tracking system with complete accuracy.
  • Act as
  • safety observer and Quality Assurance representative while at the site ensuring compliance with
  • safety program and related workmanship practices.

    • Education / Certifications :

  • High School degree
  • A valid driver's license required

    • Experience / Minimum Requirements :

  • Minimum three (3) years of telecommunications / wireless construction experience
  • Knowledge of Outside Plant Construction techniques (aerial & underground) for SCS.
  • Familiarity with test equipment and techniques for performing RF Sweep test, OTDR, Power Meter and Passive Intermodulation (PIM) testing for SCS.
  • Working knowledge of NESC, NEC and OSHA standards.

    • Other Skills / Abilities :

  • Knowledge of budget development and execution
  • Knowledge of construction management process
  • Knowledge of site acquisition procedures, including regulatory and permitting process
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints
  • Ability to direct and diagnose work flow problems, critical paths and institute remedies
  • Customer service orientation with a strong problem solving approach - strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong computer skills - MS office and project management software knowledge

    • Working Conditions : Will be required to travel to project sites with exposure to heavy equipment and environmental conditions35% of the time.