Telecom Construction Manager — Projects & Budget

Internal; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health premiums

Disability & life Insurance

401(k) match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Metronet is hiring a Construction Manager in Round Lake, IL. You will lead assigned projects, owning budgets, schedules, and customer expectations while guiding the project team and interfacing with clients throughout the lifecycle.

The role demands extensive telecom construction experience, strong budget and scheduling skills, and a proven ability to manage large projects with a focus on cost efficiency and successful delivery. This is an on-site, full-time position.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in construction management, electrical engineering, or civil engineering preferred
• Equivalent experience will be considered
• Strong knowledge of Telecom construction and engineering, project budget creation and management, project scheduling and tracking, project finance, cost reporting, and field office operations
• Solid business acumen and experience in managing large telecom construction projects
• Ten or more years of telecommunications OSP network design and construction experience or acceptable equivalent required

Responsibilities

• Review and fully understand contracts and requirements of each project.
• Create and execute project work plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Assign duties to the project management team and staff.
• Manage day-to-day operations to ensure on-time, under-budget completion.
• Meet with customers and provide progress reports and manage changes.
• Interpret project specifications and advise on scope and delivery.
• Communicate requirements to project staff and assist with tech/design questions.
• Represent Metronet to customers and maintain relationships.
• Ensure permits and authorizations are compliant.
• Review and approve job cost reports to home office.
• Maintain communication with the Director of Construction.
• Produce quality results and foster return business.

Job description

Metronet is hiring a Construction Manager in Round Lake, IL. You will lead assigned projects, owning budgets, schedules, and customer expectations while guiding the project team and interfacing with clients throughout the lifecycle.

The role demands extensive telecom construction experience, strong budget and scheduling skills, and a proven ability to manage large projects with a focus on cost efficiency and successful delivery. This is an on-site, full-time position.