Construction Project Manager

Aviat Networks; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Aviat Networks is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead microwave communication construction projects across the United States. This role requires a strong background in project management, customer relations, and microwave installation. You will work collaboratively with various teams to ensure compliance with safety and quality requirements.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree, 4–6 years of relevant experience, and ideally hold a PMP certification. The position offers a competitive benefits package and 15% travel might be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4–6 years’ experience managing microwave projects.
• Proven background managing customer relationships in a competitive environment.
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end microwave communication construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with carrier standards and safety protocols.
• Conduct regular project profitability reviews.

Skills

Microwave installation

Project Management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

FUZE database

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity working for a Global Technology Leader? At Aviat Networks we hire a workforce committed to our values and attributes. If you’re results oriented, customer centric, and an innovative thinker with integrity, Aviat Networks is the ideal next step in your career. We are looking for people who love to solve problems, enjoy change and know how to have fun. Come join us as we bring communications to the world. Aviat Networks is the world’s largest independent supplier of wireless transmission systems, recognized worldwide for cutting‑edge 5G, backhaul, networking solutions and services. Customers in more than 135 countries depend on Aviat Networks to build, expand and upgrade their voice, data, and video solutions.

About the Role: As a Construction Project Manager, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of key projects. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including engineers, technicians, vendors, and stakeholders, to ensure projects are completed efficiently and effectively. Your responsibilities will include defining project scopes and timelines, resource allocation, managing change, risk management, and issue resolution. Strong communication skills are vital to keep stakeholders updated on progress and address challenges. You will document milestones and evaluate project success against set benchmarks.

In addition, this role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the construction, installation, commissioning, and closeout of microwave communication systems supporting wireless telecommunications networks. You must have first‑hand recent experience managing field construction activities, contractors, permitting coordination, safety compliance, schedules, budgets, and quality control to ensure successful delivery of microwave backhaul infrastructure and network expansion projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end microwave communication construction projects including site builds, upgrades, modifications, and wireless broadband
• Oversee rooftop installation of microwave equipment, antennas, coax, mounts, shelters, cabinets, fiber connections, grounding systems, and associated infrastructure
• Coordinate construction activities across carriers, municipalities, utilities, engineering teams, tower crews, and subcontractors
• Review and interpret construction drawings, structural reports, RF designs, path studies, and engineering packages
• Monitor project schedules, milestones, deliverables, budgets, and resource allocations
• Ensure compliance with carrier standards, municipal permitting requirements, zoning regulations, environmental restrictions, and safety protocols
• Track permitting status, inspections, closeout documentation, and turnover packages
• Manage contractor performance including quality audits, punch walks, deficiency corrections, and acceptance testing
• Coordinate microwave path alignment, LOS verification, commissioning support, and integration activities
• Conduct site visits and field inspections to verify workmanship, safety compliance, and construction progress
• Maintain project documentation including change orders, RFIs, as‑built drawings, redlines, permits, and construction reports
• Update carrier and client management systems with construction status, milestones, closeouts, and project documentation
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize schedule impacts and cost overruns
• Support decom activities, site removals, foundation removals, equipment recovery, and restoration requirements when applicable
• Lead project closeout efforts including final inspections, punch completion, turnover packages, and client acceptance
• Accountable for all project management activities related to all assigned, including serving as single point of contact for assigned projects
• Utilize PMI principles and processes for the management of all assigned projects (Initiation, Planning, Execution, Controlling and Closing)
• Assist with Pre‑Sales quote development as required
• Provide additional detail to the preliminary Scope Statement as assigned. The output will be the Baseline Statement of Work signed by the customer. Changes to the signed SOW require internal and customer approval and signoff. Understand Master contract agreements as the SOW develops. Change orders are required as they occur
• Create the project Work Breakdown Structure that serves as the basis for the Responsibility Matrix
• Develops the project communication plan, including executive escalations and summaries, customer status and updates, facilitate meetings, and distribute meeting minutes
• Manage project risks through identification, quantification, and mitigation
• Ensure all project signoffs are completed including final design, SOW, Project Plan, Change Requests, Schedule modification, Lean Waivers and Project Completion
• Create and manage the project plan for each project or contribute to the master project plan; maintain project historical files
• Conduct regular project profitability reviews for projects directly managed and assist with reviews for projects led by a Program Manager
• Participate in customer update meetings utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and FUZE reporting

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proven background managing customer relationships in a competitive environment with excellent communication skills
• Fundamental understanding of microwave installation requirements
• Minimum of 4–6 years’ experience managing microwave projects
• Technical understanding of microwave products and technologies
• Experience in microwave installation, engineering and project management
• PMP certification preferred
• Experience managing Verizon construction and FUZE database experience preferred
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage through unplanned challenges, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail
• High level of self‑motivation and ability to manage multiple projects
• Ability to influence and lead cross‑functional teams in a matrix environment
• Knowledge of IP/MPLS and routing
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and MS Project
• Willingness to support Central to East regions of the US
• Ability to travel up to 15%
• Project Management, Wireless Construction Oversight, Microwave Network Infrastructure with MDU/rooftop venues, Permitting & Compliance, Budget & Schedule Management, Contractor Management and Safety leadership
• Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC), Risk Management, Client Relations, Field Operations Leadership, Documentation & Closeout Management
• This role serves as the primary bridge between engineering, construction teams, carriers, municipalities, and stakeholders to ensure microwave communication projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable standards.

EEO and Benefits

Aviat Networks provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Company does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, disability or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local law. Aviat Networks offers a competitive benefits package.