Construction Manager

About the role

Network Connex has been serving the telecom industry for more than 20 years, Network Connex accelerates the performance of fiber and wireless network service providers, data center operators, hyperscale cloud companies, cable MSOs, utilities, government entities, and Fortune 500 enterprises.

We offer a full range of turnkey capabilities through seasoned professionals in all ranks to provide our customers with a competitive edge in today’s rapidly evolving markets. Our services include state-of-the-art design and engineering; wireless and fiber construction; fiber placement, testing, and acceptance; construction management; and integration.

In addition to competitive base pay, Network Connex offers a robust set of benefits from health, dental, vision, short & long-term disability and more. What sets us apart is you are eligible to participate in our benefits programs the first of the month following your start date. One of the shortest benefits eligibility waiting periods in the industry!

Our Vanguard 401(k) plan comes with a 5% company match, which you are immediately vested in, and you can start participating at the same time as all the other benefits! We have 10 (ten) paid company holidays, a generous PTO (Paid Time-Off) accrual schedule, and robust health & wellness programs that can help you earn discounts on your health premiums and more! We go beyond base compensation and give you total rewards!

Job Summary

The Senior Construction Manager position will have partial P&L responsibility for assigned projects as directed by PM as well as manage the performance of in-house and subcontract crews. This includes field work to ensure direct supervision of crew members and subcontractors.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Accountable for managing the overall project execution performance including scope, cost, safety, quality, schedule, implementation, and customer satisfaction.
• Prepare project status reports, build & keep project trackers updated and ensure completed work meets all specifications.
• Complete projects within specified timeframes and funding parameters to ensure goals and objectives of projects and deliverables satisfy agreed standards of quality from customers and company.
• Monitor audit findings and has audit corrections made within the customer’s timeline.
• Review Closeout documentation prior to submission to the Project Manager.
• Capture change orders on all projects and submit to Project Manager.
• Must track and coordinate material delivery, schedule construction, and drive completion to meet schedule and budget expectations set by Project Manager.
• Must enter, update, and maintain project’s financial progress in our financial software platform.
• Perform site walks for bid opportunities and design to industry standards.
• Conduct weekly quality audits of crews.
• Conduct weekly Job Safety Analysis of crews.
• Hold daily tailgate meetings before beginning work.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and understand customer-provided prints and determine required tasks.
• Deep understanding of electrical infrastructure construction, including underground utilities, and conduit installation.
• Must be able to manage and maintain subcontractor relationships.
• Knowledge of municipality’s standard within the designated region(s).
• Experience in project construction management and development of telecommunication infrastructure projects or consolidations.
• Knowledge of building permit process and material ordering and tracking.
• Comprehend construction documents and upload/download construction closeout documentation.
• Strong capabilities across all phases of construction management, leadership, and the ability to clarify and identify appropriate issues and risks to be mitigated to ensure project success.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
• Candidate must have analytical skills, be detailed oriented, and highly organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple complex tasks.
• Must have exceptional Microsoft Office skills, especially MS Excel, Word, and Outlook. * Must be able to manage multiple crews, delegate construction responsibilities, and communicate all construction-related issues with their Project Manager & customer.
• Generally 80% of your time will be field/on site and 20% of your time will be in office
• Must be able to pass a drug screening.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to travel.

Education and Experience

At least 3 years of experience in the telecommunications industry with related experience in telecommunications.