Senior Tower & Civil Construction Lead (Field Role)

American Electric Power; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 116,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Fort Wayne, Indiana is seeking a highly experienced Construction Lead Principal SG9 to lead tower construction and related civil work across multiple projects. You will supervise field crews and coordinate with engineering, safety, and project management to ensure on-time, compliant delivery.

The role requires 50% travel to project sites, deep knowledge of telecom tower structures, rigging, and foundation, plus strong leadership and communication skills to mentor staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Safety, or related field with 8+ years directing telecom tower projects.
• Associate degree with 10+ years of telecom tower construction or wireless site development experience.
• High school diploma with 12+ years of direct tower construction/wireless site experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead tower construction activities, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards.
• Coordinate with engineering, safety, and project management to meet schedules.
• Review plans, lift and rigging plans, and contractor submissions for compliance.
• Mentor field staff and manage FCRs and overtime requests.
• Travel to project sites as required and manage project lifecycles.

Skills

Tower construction

Project management

Safety leadership

RF safety

Team coordination

Reading drawings

Construction standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related

Associate degree in related field

High school diploma + extensive experience

Job description

American Electric Power in Fort Wayne, Indiana is seeking a highly experienced Construction Lead Principal SG9 to lead tower construction and related civil work across multiple projects. You will supervise field crews and coordinate with engineering, safety, and project management to ensure on-time, compliant delivery.

The role requires 50% travel to project sites, deep knowledge of telecom tower structures, rigging, and foundation, plus strong leadership and communication skills to mentor staff