Construction Site Manager

Smartlink Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Smartlink Group is seeking a Construction Site Manager II in San Francisco to support the construction team through all project phases, from design to completion. You will coordinate with on-site teams, manage document control, and track project activities to ensure timely and successful objectives.

The role requires an AA degree or 1–2 years in a technical field, with hands-on construction experience and knowledge of safety standards.

Qualifications

• AA degree or 1–2 years experience in a fast-paced technical field would be considered.
• Hands-on construction experience is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of construction safety standards, building codes, and local ordinances.
• Proven experience across various scopes of telecommunications deployment.
• Familiarity with RF fundamentals and cabling configurations.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical documents, including client specifications and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client design, equipment, and specs to ensure accurate implementation.
• Contribute to scoping and design meetings with RF objectives in mind.
• Maintain and update internal and client-facing databases with site data and milestones.
• Conduct on-site field visits to assess site conditions and progress.
• Manage documentation and tracking of site deliverables to meet timelines.
• Ensure timely completion of construction site deliverables and adherence to schedule.

Skills

Construction management

Attention to detail

Communication

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Education

AA degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reports To: Senior Project Manager or Director of Delivery

Department: Infrastructure Development (Net Dev)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: $85-95,000 (firm, dependent on experience)

Smartlink is dedicated to empowering those who are competitive and aim for the win. The company’s core values— Creating Customer Fanatics, Innovate and Create, One Team, We Are All In, and Safety Leads to Success—serves as a guide to our teams and sets the expectations for every member.

These values are the cornerstone that brings us together, consistently reminding us of our mission and guiding all our efforts. We are unabashedly competitive and driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence. Every project, every challenge, and every opportunity is met with discipline, focus, and an uncompromising commitment to succeed.

Our path to excellence begins with it, commitment, and our team’s goal of achieving customer fanatics. At Smartlink, you are empowered to make the right decisions, do your job well and bring something to the table no matter your position. This involves autonomy, responsibility, contribution, support, and growth.

This approach ensures that every team member feels valued and motivated to contribute their best, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

We look forward to having you join our TEAM if this opportunity is a great fit for you!

Job Summary:

The Construction Site Manager II plays a key role in supporting the construction team throughout all phases of a telecommunications site project—from initial design to final completion. This position ensures seamless coordination and communication across the entire program staff, fostering efficiency and clarity. The CSM II collaborates closely with on-site construction teams, manages document control, updates and maintains project databases, and tracks all project activities and communications to ensure timely and successful achievement of project objectives.

ESSENTAIL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze and interpret client-provided design, equipment, and specification documents to ensure accurate and effective implementation.
• Actively contribute to scoping and design meetings by offering constructability insights aligned with RF objectives.
• Maintain and update both internal and client-facing databases with current site construction data and milestones.
• Conduct on-site field visits to assess and document site conditions, progress, and compliance.
• Manage the documentation and tracking of all site design and engineering deliverables to ensure alignment with project timelines.
• Ensure timely completion and submission of all construction site deliverables.
• Oversee site progress to ensure adherence to schedule, budget, and documentation standards.
• Continuously review and uphold installation standards, communicating any required specification changes to the client or OEM.
• Evaluate contractor bids and cost proposals to verify alignment with the site’s scope of work, contractual terms, and market benchmarks.
• Coordinate pre‑construction handoffs between contractors and the real estate team to ensure readiness for execution.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to determine optimal construction strategies while ensuring compliance with local codes and standards.
• Lead the development of material take‑offs and bills of materials (BOMs), managing procurement processes and logistics to ensure timely and cost-effective material delivery.
• Perform punch walks and compile closeout packages, updating client databases accordingly.
• Represent the client in local meetings and maintain clear, professional communication with property owners.
• Serve as a key liaison between the client and internal leadership, providing transparent updates on site status and progress.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing insights and best practices related to process design, execution, and optimization.
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and company values in all interactions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support project and organizational success.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate’s degree (AA) from an accredited college or technical school, or 1–2 years of experience in a fast‑paced technical field; equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered.
• Hands‑on construction experience is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of construction safety standards, building codes, and local ordinances.
• Proven experience across various scopes of telecommunications deployment.
• Familiarity with RF fundamentals and cabling configurations.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical documents, including client specifications, procedural manuals, and detailed reports.
• Background in both civil and electrical construction disciplines.
• Awareness of environmental regulations and remediation best practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Receptive to feedback with the ability to adapt and grow from constructive input.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and effective decision‑making skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality and professionalism in all decision‑making.
• Flexible and adaptable in dynamic, fast‑changing environments.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Role involves a combination of sedentary and active work environments.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or exert up to 20 pounds of force, with minimal physical effort required for most tasks.
• Position is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions.
• Requires travel up to 50% of the time to fulfill job responsibilities.