Construction Manager (MI- Garden City)

RLM Underground, LLC; Garden City (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RLM Underground is a rapidly growing telecommunications contractor seeking a Construction Manager in Michigan to oversee field sites and safety. The role requires underground and/or aerial telecom construction experience and strong leadership to guide crews to meet client needs.

You will manage daily operations, coordinate with field teams and customers, review plans, and ensure work complies with approved procedures. Relocation is not considered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in telecom construction (underground and/or aerial).
• Proven supervisory background directing crews on large telecom projects.
• Strong risk assessment and risk management with focus on safety and compliance.
• Ability to interpret, implement, and uphold company policies, procedures, and project standards.
• Effective leadership including crew coordination and accountability.
• Excellent communication with field teams, clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversees construction sites to ensure quality and safety.
• Manages customer and homeowner relations and addresses complaints.
• Ensures work aligns with approved documents and procedures.
• Monitors project schedule and progress; ensures timely and safe completion.
• Directs ground crews daily and coordinates with field teams.
• Maintains site and vehicle cleanliness and conducts daily inspections.

Skills

Telecom construction experience

Supervisory leadership

Risk assessment & safety

Policy interpretation & compliance

Crew coordination & decision making

Clear professional communication

Job description

Description

Company Overview:

RLM Underground is a rapidly growing, full-turnkey telecommunications construction contractor serving projects across the United States. Founded in 2016, RLM has expanded from underground telecom construction into full-service operating support, with multiple regional offices and partnerships with both major and emerging telecom providers nationwide.

• Must reside within a reasonable daily commuting distance to Garden City, MI.
• Relocation is not being considered for this role
• We are not working with agencies for this hire

Position Summary:

RLM Underground seeks a motivated and experienced Construction Manager in MI. The CM will be responsible for construction sites and employee and crew safety. The CM must be experienced in undergroundand/or aerial telecommunications, construction, and management. The goal is to ensure that all customer needs are being met.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversees construction sites to ensure a high level of quality and safety.
• Responsible for customer and homeowner relations.
• Assists customers and homeowners with complaints and restoration concerns.
• Guarantees that all work is performed in accordance with approved documents and procedures.
• Ensures that the project is completed in a timely, efficient, and safe manner.
• Lead and direct ground crews daily.
• Develops redline and daily reports.
• Responsible for procurement at job sites, including straw, seed, cutters, shovels, batteries, tarps, paint, etc.
• Monitors schedule updates.
• Maintains cleanliness of job sites, company equipment, and vehicles.
• Daily inspections of company vehicles, equipment, and job sites.

Job Type: Full Time

RLM Underground is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in telecom construction, including underground and/or aerial project execution
• Proven supervisory background with responsibility for directing crews and managing large-scale telecom projects
• Strong risk assessment and risk management capabilities with a focus on safety and compliance
• Ability to interpret, implement, and uphold company policies, procedures, and project standards
• Effective leadership skills, including crew coordination, decision-making, and accountability
• Clear, professional communication skills for interacting with field teams, clients, and internal stakeholders