Construction Manager - TX

Glass Roots Construction, LLC•Lubbock, TX

10d•$90,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Glass Roots Construction (GRC) is seeking a Construction Manager to lead underground utility projects from inception to completion in the West/Central Texas area. The role connects company goals with field execution and is responsible for project profitability, client relationships, and operational excellence. The position involves leading and mentoring field teams and supporting safe, efficient civil construction. The Construction Manager reports directly to the Director of Operations and works with the Market Manager to ensure safe, quality construction by internal and subcontract crews. The role is in the field for 75–100% of the workday and includes managing fiber optic utility network construction, verifying completed work with utility locating equipment, collecting construction documentation, and applying customer, municipal, and environmental quality requirements. Night-shift work is required on a rotating basis. Regional travel is 75–100%.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience working with and around directional drilling crews in the utility construction industry.
Proven supervisory experience.
Ability to work constructively with Environmental Monitors, DOT/OSHA, municipalities, and other stakeholders.
Strong understanding of utility construction practices and terminology.
Ability to read, interpret, and adjust construction drawings and prints.
Direct experience with utility locating systems.
Strong computer skills and experience in data management.
Valid driver's license to operate company vehicles and manage daily regional travel.
Frequently lift up to 20 lbs and occasionally perform team lifts up to 75 lbs.
Ability to navigate uneven footing and open trenches, climb ladders or stairs to inspect elevated site work, and conduct active site walks in high-heat and cold outdoor environments.
Willingness to work night shifts on a rotation basis.

Nice To Haves

Strong data entry skills.
Strong background in field management.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Process and documentation orientation with a focus on continuous improvement.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with Google Suite and other data entry software.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day construction activities for a fiber optic utility network.
Work with the Market Manager to ensure safe and quality construction practices by internal and subcontract crews.
Work in the field alongside construction crews for 75–100% of the workday.
Verify construction progress as work is completed, using a utility locator to identify depths and offsets of newly placed conduit, vaults, and related infrastructure.
Collect pictures, bore logs, and other crew data to support customer Quality Control requirements.
Learn and apply quality metrics to ongoing and completed work so finished products meet customer, municipality, and environmental specifications.
Understand project goals and the responsibilities of all involved parties.
Travel between client locations and field operational sites throughout the region using company vehicles.