MDU Construction Manager

Purple Cow Internet; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a MDU Construction Manager to oversee the delivery of fibre internet infrastructure. The role involves managing construction timelines, subcontractors, and ensuring quality standards are met. Ideal for someone with experience in construction project management and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in construction or telecom project management.
• Strong knowledge of MDU infrastructure and fibre build processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end construction of fibre infrastructure in MDU properties.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with milestone tracking.
• Maintain high-quality standards across all job sites.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

Construction Management Tools

Job description

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This range is provided by Purple Cow Internet. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

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As MDU Construction Manager, you’ll own the on-the-ground delivery of fibre internet infrastructure in new and existing apartment buildings, condos. You’ll coordinate construction timelines, manage subcontractors, oversee quality, and ensure every build is completed on time, on budget, and up to Purple Cow standards.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, knows how to navigate field logistics, and takes pride in seeing a job done right.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Project Execution & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end construction of fibre infrastructure in MDU properties
• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with milestone tracking and issue resolution
• Coordinate with internal teams to align build timelines with customer activation goals

Inventory & Cost Management

• Forecast and track materials across active and upcoming projects
• Reduce waste, manage procurement, and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Monitor construction budgets and drive cost-effective decisions

Quality Assurance & Site Oversight

• Maintain high-quality standards across all job sites
• Conduct inspections, manage punch lists, and finalize close-out packages
• Ensure documentation (photos, as-builts, redlines) is completed and accurate

Subcontractor Performance Management

• Work with subcontractors to define and enforce service-level agreements (SLAs)
• Hold crews accountable for safety, timeline, and quality performance
• Be the field general — present, engaged, and always driving outcomes

Cross-Team & Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the primary construction contact for internal teams and property partners
• Proactively communicate status updates, blockers, and resolutions
• Partner with internal stakeholders to align build progress with customer expectations

What You Bring

• 5+ years in construction or telecom project management (fibre/ISP a big plus)
• Strong knowledge of MDU infrastructure and fibre build processes
• Experience managing subcontractors and vendor relationships
• Sharp organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel to job sites and work across multiple projects simultaneously
• A proactive, get-it-done attitude — you solve problems before they escalate
• Familiarity with construction management tools, spreadsheets, and reporting platforms

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Telecommunications and Construction

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