Construction Project Manager - New Home

GCI Communication Corp; Hydaburg (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GCI Communication Corp is seeking a Construction Manager II to lead multiple projects from concept to construction in Alaska. You will manage budgets, schedules, procurement, and contractor coordination, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining strong client relationships.

The role requires travel to remote sites, knowledge of codes, and proficiency with MS Office and project management tools. A BS in a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering, management, business, telecommunications, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple concurrent projects from conceptual development through construction.
• Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules (Gantt/PERT).
• Define scope of work (SOW) and bill of materials (BOM) and procure materials.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and property owners; travel to sites for reviews.
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

Job description

Job Overview

GCI's Construction Manager II is responsible for leading multiple concurrent projects from conceptual development through final construction following project management methodology. Supports the Construction and Implementation team within the Technology Solutions department and the company's internal and external customers and business units. Manages a wide variety of projects, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Required to coordinate materials, equipment, teams, and manage contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract and oversee outside consultants and contractors, manage internal resources, and coordinate with agencies and property owners. make regular trips to sites during construction including bid walks, preconstruction walks, in-progress site visits, punch walks, and construction closeout.
• Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules, including traditional Gantt and PERT charts, etc.
• Define and create project scope of work (SOW) & bill of materials (BOM). Determine, coordinate, and oversee procurement of materials and necessary equipment for project scope.
• Order and manage the delivery of power and backhaul.
• Maintain and ensure accurate and complete documentation of projects.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with and maintain amiable working relationships with customers, contractors, utilities, enforcement agencies, general public, and other departmental personnel.
• Ability to effectively relay technical information and concepts, both verbally and in writing, to customers, contractors, utilities, and departmental personnel with varying degrees of technical knowledge.
• Meeting Management: successfully plan, schedule, facilitate, keep discussions on course, and ensure that meetings achieve the desired outcomes.
• Ability to lead, manage, and work within a team and set the vision effectively.
• Knowledge of applicable state, federal and local codes and regulations pertaining to design, construction, and maintenance of wireless communications facilities.
• manage and direct craft personnel and contractors.
• Must be able to effectively manage project scheduling, project finances, and control costs to ensure project delivery is within cost constraints.
• Demonstrated Risk, Contract, Quality, and Task Management
• Ability to utilize and comprehend Computer Aided Drafting computer system products.
• protects confidential information; CUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrates commitment to service excellence; gives high priority to customer satisfaction.
• demonstrates timely attendance at meetings, training, and other work obligations.
• complies with applicable Security policies and procedures.
• Proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to complete job duties effectively, such as using the company intranet and to accurately retrieve and input information into database or equivalent (e.g., Concur, Smartsheet).
• Must be capable of performing the role of "Construction Manager" for smaller, less complex projects. Must have a comprehensive understanding of company operations, functions, and business philosophy. Manages a wide variety of projects, ensuring all targets and requirements are met and projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• Required: *A combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor of Science in engineering, management, business, telecommunications, or related field. *
• Minimum of four (4) years professional construction management, project management, and/or engineering experience to include developing project budgets and schedules. *
• New Hires: NCTI Course - "Managing Real World Projects"enrollment within 90 days and course completion within 6 months of hire.
• Internal Promotion from Construction Manager I to Construction Manager II: NCTI Course - "Managing Real World Projects" completed.
• Certified Construction Management (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Additional Conditions

• This position requires driving a company-owned vehicle, company provided vehicle, or a personal vehicle on behalf of the company to various company facilities.
• Must be able to drive when in remote communities and operate ATV-style vehicles if necessary.
• Work is primarily sedentary, requiring daily routine computer usage.
• Majority of work is performed in Alaska with projects in both urban and rural areas where indoor and outdoor work may be required.
• Position requires travel to remote locations within the state of Alaska in both large and small aircraft for site surveys, meetings, and contract management/inspection purposes.
• Lodging may include tents, outbuildings, or equipment rooms without plumbing.
• Ability to work shifts as assigned, work in standard office/home office setting, and operate standard office equipment.
• Safely move, transport, position, install, remove, and maneuver equipment and supplies of up to 50-pound loads occasionally.
• Available to work additional time on weekends, holidays, before or after normal work hours when necessary.
• Must work well in a team environment and be able to work with a diverse group of people and customers.
• Virtual workers must comply with remote work policies and agreements.
• Drug Testing: Participation in a DOT or non-DOT drug and alcohol testing program may be required to satisfy conditions of a contract or proposed contract with a business partner or client. This includes pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return to duty, and follow-up testing.
• Fitness For Duty: Ability to pass a pre-employment or return to work physical and fitness for duty examination may be required to satisfy conditions of a contract or proposed contract with a business partner or client.
• Due to business needs employees may be contacted outside of the core business hours to respond to the immediate emergency. As such, you will be requested to provide emergency after hours contact numbers, to include your home and cell phone numbers if you have those services.

Culture, Engagement, and Connection

At GCI, we foster an environment where the unique perspectives of our employees, customers, and fellow Alaskans are celebrated. We add value to our community by nurturing and empowering each member of our workforce, ensuring equal opportunities for every Trailblazer.

Diversity Statement

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other status or classification protected under applicable state or federal law.

It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.