Telecom Field Construction Manager

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. 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.
• Develop customer relationships that may result in influencing customers to award service work.
• 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 groundwork.
• 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.

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 workflow 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

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.

• On-Site Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Required? Yes, will need to come to work; day-one (1) with steel toe boots, which the candidate is responsible for and will not be expensed. The HM team will provide: Hard-hat and vest.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Will be required to travel to project sites with exposure to heavy equipment and environmental conditions 90% of the time. Works in a normal office setting with no exposure to adverse environmental conditions 10% of the time.

Additional Information:

• Assignment Location: Fully on-site @ Chandler, Arizona 85286.

• This is NOT a CM office role; this is a FIELD CM role

• Must be vaccinated.
• On-Site or Remote: This role will be on-site from the start for training @ above location and will be required to be in office for meetings. Manager will provide more details on schedule during the first day process in office.
• Number of Openings: 1
• Estimated Start Date: ASAP (Prepare for a min. of 2 weeks for full onboarding)
• Assignment Length: 1 Year (potential for extension)
• Temp to Hire: Possibly, based on performance and business need.
• Estimated Hours Per Week: 40 Hours per week
• Work Schedule: M-F/ 8am – 5pm PST
• Will this Position Require Driving: Yes – Reliable transportation REQUIRED, and a Valid Driver’s License.

HM is willing to cover mileage ONLY during work hours (specific details and documentation required to expense). Driving to and from work is NOT eligible for an expense.

• Will this Driver be Assigned to Operate a Vehicle? No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chandler, AZ 85286: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• budget development and execution: 3 years (Preferred)
• site acquisition procedures, /regulatory /permitting process: 3 years (Preferred)
• RF Sweep test, OTDR, Power Meter / (PIM) testing for SCS.: 3 years (Preferred)
• in-building iDAS, public right-of-way oDAS & Small Cells: 3 years (Preferred)
• bid walk, precon walk, in progress site visits: 3 years (Preferred)
• construction standards, processes, and procedures.: 3 years (Preferred)
• Understand prevailing rates for all construction work: 3 years (Preferred)
• Vendor selection, on-site management: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location