Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are seeking a
Construction Manager to join our team in our
Mount Vernon, WA. In this role you will lead and manage all aspects of utility construction for various types of telecom projects overseeing site planning, scheduling, budgeting and resource allocation.
The Role- Oversee site planning, scheduling, budgeting and resource allocation
- Responsible for administration, training, and development of all field personnel, including hiring, mentoring, evaluating, and performance improvement
- Represent a clear understanding of fiber design, splicing matrix sheets and documentation requirements and communicate that understanding effectively daily
- Manage contract resources as necessary to supplement project needs
- Manage and coordinate outside plant (OSP) construction/fiber splicing using both in-house and contract resources to accomplish assigned projects
- Coordinate field survey of existing or proposed outside plant installations including aerial and underground network facilities and associated infrastructure
- Lead and model effective troubleshooting systems as necessary in the restoration of plant issues
- Responsible for meeting QC standards as well as budgetary requirements
- Ensure system compliance to NCTA, FCC regulations and IQ Fiber's minimum operating specifications
- Manage relationships with external contractors, vendors and suppliers, ensure alignment with project requirements and company standards
- Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, construction drawings, fiber as-builts, fiber workbooks, test docs, and change orders
- Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, provide regular updates on project status, milestones and budgetary considerations
- Serve as on-call management and respond to end-to-end OSP needs in the event of a service impairment or outage
- Work a flexible schedule with varied hours; some evenings and weekends as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in a hybrid (coax/fiber) telecommunications construction environment required
- Advanced knowledge in underground and aerial telecom construction techniques
- Ability to use and understand splicing technology such as OTDRs, VFL, OLTS and Fusion Splice
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Proficient knowledge of optical networks
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Excel, Word and Outlook
- Ability to travel (up to +/- 50%) as needed, some overnight stays may be necessary
- Ability to work outside of business hours as needed; overtime, holidays, evenings, weekends, emergency schedules for natural disasters and network outages etc., in all seasons
- Ability to handle unexcepted emergencies, having company communication equipment available
- Strong ability to complete tasks with small components, identify colors, strong depth perception with good hand-eye coordination
- Ability to complete work indoors, outdoors, in tight spaces and elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing, sitting, and working while standing up to 70% of the time as needed
- Ability to safely work and navigate various terrains and job sites
- Embrace the challenge of coaching and mentoring your team
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Professional demeanor
- Must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver's license is required if the role involves driving
- Will need to pass a DOT physical and/or already possess a Federal Medical (FedMed) card
- Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
