Construction Manager

TRUENET COMMUNICATIONS CORP. in; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TRUENET COMMUNICATIONS CORP. is seeking a Construction Manager (Project Management) to lead telecom infrastructure projects, coordinating field teams, subcontractors and design staff to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

You will oversee site surveys, ROW access, permits, budgets, and vendor invoices, while upholding customer standards and safety. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in CATV/ Telecommunications OSP infrastructure design and construction.
• Working knowledge of Telecom, Fiber, Wireless and HFC infrastructure design and construction principles.
• Experience with plant design tools including AutoCad and Lode Data.
• Ability to learn, utilize and work efficiently in TrueNet and customer systems and databases.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate ability with Windows operating systems.
• Intermediate level ability with Microsoft Office applications - Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, oversee and inspect construction projects with in-house and subcontractor crews.
• Perform field engineering and work with network drafters/designers on route designs and cost estimates.
• Coordinate access and ROW agreements when required.
• Coordinate permitting and pole applications, joint-trenching and make-ready work.
• Represent the company in field meetings with utilities and local entities.
• Inspect networks and ensure backbone is available for deployments.
• Monitor customer standards and procedures for network design and deployment.
• Estimate construction costs, prepare budgets and track expenses.
• Coordinate customer implementation activities and manage invoices.
• Oversee material inventory and equipment issuance.
• Assign daily tasks to project team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Lode Data

Job description

Construction Manager (Project Management)

The Construction Manager plans and evaluates project construction activities under the direction of the Project Manager or Director. The Construction Manager is responsible for all construction activities for a specified construction project. This position oversees the day-to-day activities of construction staff and sub-contractors. (This purpose is meant to be a guide. Duties may vary dependent upon management.)

Essential Position Functions:

• Plan, coordinate, oversee and inspect new, rebuild and upgrade (Telecom, Fiber, Wireless and HFC) construction projects with in-house and subcontractor crews.
• Perform (Telecom, Fiber, Wireless and HFC) field engineering, and work with (Telecom, Fiber, Wireless and HFC) Network drafters/designers to create efficient route designs and cost estimates.
• Coordinate and obtain access and ROW (right-of-way) agreements when required.
• Coordinates permitting and pole applications, joint-trenching, and make-ready for utility poles.
• Functions as the company representative with other utility and state/local entities for field meetings when opening/closing permits.
• Inspect (Telecom, Fiber, Wireless and HFC) networks and ensure backbone is available for launch or product deployments.
• Ensure all customer standards, processes and procedures for network design and deployment are followed.
• Estimate network construction costs, prepare budgets and track expenses.
• Coordinate all customer implementation activities including site walk-throughs, node placements and subcontract labor.
• Oversee all in-house and sub-contractor invoices and process billing to TrueNet accounts billing team.
• Responsible for all material inventory including quantifying orders, receiving and issuing equipment/materials out to crews.
• Coordinate and assign daily tasks to project team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience in CATV (cable television)/ Telecommunications OSP infrastructure design, and construction including node splits, plant extensions and building entrance facilities.
• Working knowledge of Telecom, Fiber, Wireless and HFC (hybrid fiber coaxial) infrastructure design and construction principles for CATV and Telecom plant required.
• Experience with plant design tools including AutoCadand Lode Data preferred.
• Ability to learn, utilize and work efficiently in TrueNet and customer systems and databases required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Intermediate ability with Windows operating systems.
• Intermediate level ability with Microsoft office applications - Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Able to effectively handle multiple priorities with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communications skills.
• Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent walking, standing, sitting within the work area.
• Must be able to carry a ladder and lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, peers, et al.
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, and dry).

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those of a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Up to 75% travel required.
• Must be able to work in loud, noise-filled environment out in the field.
• The position requires working independently, as well as part of a team.
• This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily.
• Frequent use of a computer is necessary.
• This position requires use of all general office equipment.