Construction Manager I

GCI Communication Corp•Anchorage, AK

18d

About The Position

GCI’s Construction Manager I leads multiple concurrent projects from conceptual development through final construction, following project management methodology. The role supports the Construction and Implementation team within the Technology Solutions department and serves the company’s internal and external customers and business units. It manages assigned projects to meet schedule and budget targets, coordinating materials, equipment, teams, contractors, agencies, and property owners. This is an entry-level position that works under close supervision and in collaboration with senior managers, while supporting Construction Managers on moderate to more complex projects across construction disciplines. The position is primarily sedentary and involves daily computer use, but work may take place indoors and outdoors at urban or rural Alaska project sites. Travel to remote locations within Alaska, including by large and small aircraft, is required for site surveys, meetings, and contract management or inspection. Lodging may include tents, outbuildings, or equipment rooms without plumbing. The role requires driving a company or personal vehicle for company business, and may require operating ATV-style vehicles in remote communities. Employees must be able to work assigned shifts and additional hours when necessary, including weekends, holidays, and outside normal work hours. Emergency after-hours contact may be required because GCI provides critical services in a 24/7 environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Bachelor of Science in engineering, management, business, telecommunications, or a related field; relevant work experience and/or education may substitute year-for-year toward the total years required.
At least one year of construction management experience, including developing SOWs, BOMs, and schedules.
Knowledge of applicable state, federal, and local codes and regulations related to design, construction, and maintenance of wireless communications facilities.
Ability to administer contracts, evaluate work in progress, and manage and direct craft personnel and contractors.
Ability to manage project schedules and finances and control costs to deliver projects within cost constraints.
Demonstrated risk, contract, quality, and task management ability.
Strong collaboration and negotiation skills, including the ability to maintain effective working relationships with customers, contractors, utilities, enforcement agencies, the public, and departmental personnel.
Ability to communicate technical information verbally and in writing to audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge; interpret drawings, blueprints, specifications, spreadsheets, and as-builts; and speak in public and group settings.
Meeting-management skills, including planning, scheduling, facilitating, keeping discussions on course, and achieving meeting outcomes.
Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel, and the ability to use company systems and databases such as Concur or Smartsheet.
Ability to use and understand Computer Aided Drafting system products.
Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, satisfactory driving record, and successful completion of a Defensive Driving course; ability to drive in remote communities and operate ATV-style vehicles if necessary.
Ability to work assigned shifts and additional time on weekends, holidays, or outside normal work hours when necessary.
Ability to safely move, transport, position, install, remove, and maneuver equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work in standard office or home-office settings and operate standard office equipment; virtual workers must comply with remote work policies and agreements.
Ability to pass required pre-employment or return-to-work physical and fitness-for-duty examinations when required by a contract or client.
May be required to participate in DOT or non-DOT drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, random, reasonable-suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a diverse group of people and customers.

Nice To Haves

Certified Construction Management (CCM) certification.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Telecommunications experience.
Logistics and procurement experience.
Other telecommunications-industry or job-specific certifications.

Responsibilities

Contract with and oversee outside consultants and contractors; manage internal resources; and coordinate with agencies and property owners.
Attend coordination and progress meetings and make regular construction-site visits, including bid walks, preconstruction walks, in-progress visits, punch walks, and closeout visits.
Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules, including Gantt and PERT charts.
Define and create project scopes of work (SOWs) and bills of materials (BOMs).
Determine, coordinate, and oversee procurement of materials and equipment needed for project scopes.
Order and manage delivery of power and backhaul.
Maintain complete and accurate project documentation.
Support Construction Managers in implementing moderate to more complex projects and ensure assigned project targets, requirements, schedules, and budgets are met.
Manage project scheduling, finances, cost controls, contracts, quality, risks, and tasks.
Administer contracts, evaluate work in progress, and manage and direct craft personnel and contractors.
Attend to project-related travel, inspections, site surveys, and contract management needs.
Follow workplace safety and security rules and applicable policies.
Respond to business emergencies outside core business hours when needed.