Construction Manager

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the plumbing and mechanical industry is seeking a Sr. Construction Manager for a 12-month contract in Irvine, CA. The role involves overseeing telecom equipment deployment, managing project execution, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in wireless construction management and a strong technical background, along with the ability to coordinate with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years of related work/industry experience.
• Direct knowledge of working in both large and small venues.
• Experience in managing and directing general contractors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all technical and execution aspects of telecom equipment deployment.
• Conduct feasibility walks and site assessments using iBwave.
• Lead site audits, ensure safety and quality compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Knowledge

Field Experience

Construction Oversight

Supplier Coordination

Education

Completion of approved OSHA 30-hour course

Job description

12 month contract

up to $56/hr. DOQ

Location: Hybrid, Irvine CA

MUST HAVE Wireless Construction Management experience-CRAN/Small Cell/HUB experience

Sr. Construction Manager – Telecom Deployment

The Sr. Construction Manager oversees all technical and execution aspects of telecom equipment deployment at assigned venues. Responsibilities include site evaluation, supplier coordination, scope and schedule management, material distribution, construction oversight, and compliance.

Key Duties:

• Conduct feasibility walks and site assessments using iBwave.
• Coordinate venue access, schedule planning, and identify potential construction risks.
• Review and develop SOW and BOM with RF teams; manage project execution and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Evaluate job suitability, manage construction sequencing, resolve access and material issues, and track project progress.
• Lead site audits, ensure safety and quality compliance, and approve completed work.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and communicate project status.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to ASPs, RCMs, and field teams.
• Support RF design alignment, especially with small cell and DOT system requirements.
• Collaborate with Remote and Senior Construction Managers on reporting, issue resolution, and performance feedback.
• This role requires strong project management, technical knowledge, and field experience to ensure efficient and safe deployment of telecommunications infrastructure.

• Minimum of 7+ years of related work/ industry experience.
• MCA Small Cell RAN systems (DOT, PDAS, ODAS)
• Experience with providing design solutions and working with RF to optimize the solution.
• Ability to determine site feasibility, as well as site design consulting as needed.
• Direct knowledge of working in both large and small venues.
• Experience in managing and directing general contractors, construction scope estimation, etc. (In-building, Backhaul, Maintenance Work).
• Knowledge of and ability to enforce Ericsson and customer construction and quality standards.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting practices and techniques.
• Understanding of site acquisition, zoning, permitting, landlord negotiations, leasing laws, jurisdictional requirements, and environmental compliance.
• Ability to interface with customers, property owners, and other internal and external ancillary personnel as needed.
• Basic knowledge of contracts (leasing, vendor facing, customer facing) and budgets.
• Understanding of EHS statutory requirements impacting Ericsson in the local market.
• Completion of approved OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) 30-hour course for telecommunications industry.
• Field experience in managing general contractors, construction scope estimation, etc.