Construction Manager, Wireless (DAS)

AFL; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off policy

401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar

Professional development, training, &

Excellent medical, dental, vision, and

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

AFL, a leading provider of fiber optic cable, connectivity and related services, seeks a Construction Manager II to lead fast paced DAS and BTS projects in the southeastern US. You will coordinate plans, materials logistics, crews and tools to deliver on time and within budget.

On-site role with travel, you will supervise project sites, conduct feasibility walks, produce progress reports and ensure safety and quality while maintaining excellent customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2+ years experience in a technical management role.
• Familiarity with iDAS, oDAS, BTS, and repeater systems.
• Knowledge of telecommunications and networking concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site project teams and coordinate resources and schedules.
• Conduct feasibility walks and site assessments for potential projects.
• Prepare progress and status reports on a regular basis.
• Install and integrate iDAS, oDAS, BTS and repeater systems on site.
• Ensure safety, quality and customer satisfaction on medium-sized projects.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Conflict Management

Results focused

Communication Skills

Relationship building

Education

Associate degree or 2+ years experience

Tools

iDAS

oDAS

BTS systems

Repeater systems

Job description

AFL manufactures industry‑leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $3B in revenue, and employ approximately 12,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

What We Offer

• Flexible time off policy
• 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
• Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!

Job Summary

The Construction Manager II leads fast paced DAS and/or BTS projects in the southeastern US. The Construction Manager executes job plans by coordinating and scheduling assignments, coordinating the materials logistics, crews, and tools required to complete projects on time and within budget. Frequent communication and proactive planning to both internal and external customers. A key team position to coordinate all efforts to satisfy customer expectations.

This is an on-site position with the construction team and requires travel.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Operations Manager and coordinates and leads teams at a project site
• Leads teams to conduct feasibility walks related to potential project sites
• Prepares reports related to project scoping, feasibility walks, and daily/weekly project progress
• Assembles and installs communication equipment iDAS, oDAS, BTS, repeater systems and other
• Uses problem-solving skills to develop solutions on site to ensure projects are moving forward
• Provides leadership and coaching to a crew in execution of work on medium sized job sites
• Uses knowledge of test gear software for analyzing test results
• Utilizes troubleshooting skills to handle trouble tickets, alarming, and maintenance activities
• Collaborates with other workers to locate and correct malfunctions
• Performs daily safety meetings, JSA’s, toolbox meetings and ensures a safe working environment for crews
• Prepares and distributes regular performance and status reports as required
• Responsible for materials management
• Conducts site surveys, quality checks and job audits
• Responsible for front‑line customer support including interfacing with the customer, providing guidance on problem resolution, ensuring on time customer service, and maintaining a strong customer relationship
• Interprets policies and communicates in situations requiring persuasion and tact; prepares and presents presentations
• Uses good judgment and represents AFL with integrity
• Understands, adheres to, & promotes the Environmental, Health & Safety policies of AFL Telecoms.

Personal Qualities

• Leadership – Proven success in leading high-performance teams, achieving results through others, and being a strong team player
• Analytical Thinking – Exceptional ability to analyze data and utilize it to make sound business decision
• Conflict Management and Resolution Skills - Build consensus, anticipate and solve problems
• Results focused – Ability to organize and manage multiple, and at time competing priorities
• Communication Skills – Exceptional written and verbal communications skills
• Relationship building skills – ability to work within a dynamic team setting and provide role model leadership to AFL workforce

Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field required or a minimum of 2+ years equivalent experience in a similar technical management position
• Extensive relevant technical experience to include fundamental understanding of iDAS, oDAS, BTS, repeater systems and other related systems
• Familiarity with business concepts related to the use of information technologies and networking in all aspects of business and organizational operations for the achievement of business/operating objectives
• Expertise in at least one DAS proficiency (cabling. Fiber, BTS/HE, conduit/electrical)
• Working knowledge of Vdc Power and -48Vdc power
• Working knowledge of test equipment including PIM testing, sweep analyzers, circuits, OTDR and signal generating sets, as it pertains to the job field
• Organizational skills
• Knowledge of Telecommunications industry
• Current industry-related licenses and certifications preferred

Working Conditions

• Use of small hand and power tools.
• Climbs stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds.
• Carrys loads up & down stairs.
• General hours of Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. However, the ability to provide support during and outside regular business hours is required.
• Travel required.
• Must be able to work in the United States.