Telecom Construction Site Lead — RF & Field Operations

Smartlink Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Smartlink Group is seeking a field-oriented construction professional to manage telecommunications deployment from design through site completion. You will interpret client specs, coordinate scoping sessions, and maintain critical data across systems.

This role requires on-site work across multiple markets with travel and a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, and vendors to deliver on project milestones and budgets.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (AA) or 1–2 years in a fast-paced technical field.
• Hands-on construction experience is highly desirable.
• Strong ability to read and interpret client specifications, manuals and reports.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

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.

Skills

RF fundamentals

Reading specs

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree or 1–2 years experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Smartlink Group is seeking a field-oriented construction professional to manage telecommunications deployment from design through site completion. You will interpret client specs, coordinate scoping sessions, and maintain critical data across systems.

This role requires on-site work across multiple markets with travel and a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, and vendors to deliver on project milestones and budgets.