Construction Operations Lead

Optimum Communications Inc.; Georgetown (TX); In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Optimum Communications Inc. is hiring a Construction Supervisor to coordinate development, planning and construction of new cable facilities. You will oversee subcontractors and in-house crews, ensure safety standards, and communicate with utilities and local authorities.

The role requires several years of construction leadership, strong planning and communication skills, and a commitment to quality and safety. On-site work with potential travel within the area is expected.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction plans.
• Strong planning, organizational and data-entry skills.
• Proven ability to mentor staff and manage workloads.
• Solid understanding of safety regulations and code compliance.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Mansioni

• Coordinate development, implementation, construction and documentation of new projects.
• Direct construction activities of subcontractors and in-house teams to meet safety and quality standards.
• Schedule field activities with departments, utilities and authorities.
• Oversee MDU and plant construction work and crews.
• Administer site inspections and ensure compliance with codes.
• Monitor progress, expenditures, and inventory; prepare progress reports.
• Provide training to workers on safety rules and procedures.
• Represent the company in negotiations with owners and municipalities.

Conoscenze

Effective communication

Planning and organizational skills

Reading construction plans

Data analysis & paperwork

Mentoring/people management

Safety consciousness

Formazione

High School Diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Are you looking to Optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today!

We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're seeking driven and enthusiastic professionals to join our team, empower lives, fuel businesses, and drive innovation. Connectivity is now longer a luxury, but a necessity. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. Our successes, now and in the future, are powered by our amazing product, a commitment to our people and culture, and the connections we make in our communities.

If you are resourceful, collaborative, and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is for you!

Job Summary

Coordinates the development, implementation, construction and documentation of new construction projects. Oversees activities such as pre-fielding, planning and scheduling. Directs the construction related activities of subcontractor and/or in-house personnel and ensures that all safety and quality standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Provides for the timely construction of new cable related facilities by effectively coordinating and/or planning with other departments, utility companies, builders/developers and local governmental authorities.
• Schedules and directs the construction activities of subcontractor and in-house construction crews to include overseeing MDU and plant projects.
• Administers job site quality inspections, ensuring compliance with applicable engineering standards, City and State Codes, and other regulations.
• Supervises first-line employees, estimates workloads and assigns priorities to ensure maximum productivity and that deadlines are met.
• Responsible for measuring performance, providing feedback, mentoring direct reports including Performance Management.
• Issues projects to subcontractors after assessing their work schedule, availability and area of expertise.
• Modifies system design and construction plans when problems occur by using discretionary authority and knowledge of theory and design.
• Monitors progress, material expenditures, overtime labor expenses, tool/equipment inventory.
• Compiles progress reports, maintains inventory and material requisition files, and tracks vendor deliveries.
• Provides for a safe work environment by training workers, investigating accidents and enforcing all company and regulatory authority safety rules and regulations.
• Represents the company with property owners, management companies and municipalities in resolution of differences arising from contract activities.
• Ability to communicate in person and by telephone.
• May obtain construction permits and utility permits, including make-ready, right-of-way, railroad, road bore and crossing permits.
• Improves work efficiency by recommending method improvements, budget expenditures, equipment uses and modified construction practices

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of all phases of cable system construction
• Knowledge of CATV Plant Design
• Minimum of five years construction experience
• Minimum of two years' experience with MDU design and builds
• Minimum of three years' manager / supervisor experience
• Knowledge of applicable safety regulations
• Effective communication skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Ability to read construction plans, analyze data and prepare paperwork and documents
• Ability to explain and comprehend detailed information and instruction
• Good data entry and math skills
• Vision ability: close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus; Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires
• Hand and finger dexterity
• Ability to carry and to use tools and equipment as necessary
• Ability to work while standing 50 - 70% of the time
• Ability to work in confined spaces such as crawlspaces and attics by crawling, bending, reaching, twisting
• Ability to carry, climb and operate extension ladder, (approx. 28 feet high and 75 pounds). Accommodation with 50 pound maximum lifting is available.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Accommodation with 50 pound maximum lifting is available.
• Ability to climb poles using gaffs, hooks and climbing belt as needed
• Ability to drive Company vehicle in a safe and responsible manner
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license in good standing within the state of current residence.
• Knowledge of Cable Television products and services preferred

At Optimum, every action and interaction we take part in, is driven by our three Guiding Principles: Do What's Right, Drive One Optimum, and Make It Happen. These aren't just words, they help us build trust, create real community, and embrace new ways of thinking. Our employees are empowered to do the right thing for our customers and co-workers and to recognize and reward these behaviors when we see them. It's all part of the bigger picture of "Be The Difference" where each employee knows they have the power to enact real change, share new ideas, and understand that learning never stops.

If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team. Together, we'll shape the future of connectivity.

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company's discretion based on business necessity.

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