Construction Manager - TX

Glass Roots Construction•Dallas, TX

9d•Onsite

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 the company’s strategic goals with field execution and is responsible for project profitability, client relationships, and operational excellence. The Construction Manager will mentor field teams and help maintain high standards for safety and efficiency. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, the Construction Manager will oversee day-to-day construction activities for a fiber optic utility network, work with the Market Manager on safe and quality construction practices, and verify completed work. The position is field-based for 75–100% of the workday and involves collecting photographs, bore logs, and other information to meet customer quality-control requirements. The manager will apply quality metrics to confirm that work meets customer, municipal, and environmental specifications. Night shifts are required on a rotating basis, and travel between client locations and operational sites throughout the region is required. The role pays $90,000–$105,000, based on experience, plus a 15% bonus. The stated schedule is day shift Monday through Friday and night shift Sunday through Thursday. The target start date is 2–3 weeks from offer. The position is classified as exempt under the FLSA; the posting states eligibility for overtime compensation in accordance with applicable laws. A conditional offer follows successful completion of a background check, occupational health screening, and drug test.

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 for operating company vehicles and traveling between locations and field sites.
Frequently lift up to 20 pounds and occasionally perform team lifts up to 75 pounds.
Ability to navigate uneven footing and open trenches, climb ladders or stairs to inspect elevated site work, and perform 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 internal and subcontract crews follow safe, quality construction practices.
Work in the field alongside crews for 75–100% of the workday.
Verify construction progress as work is completed, using a utility locator to identify the depth and offsets of newly placed conduit, vaults, and related installations.
Collect photographs, bore logs, and other crew data to support customer quality-control requirements.
Learn and apply quality metrics to ongoing and completed work to ensure finished products meet customer, municipal, and environmental specifications.
Understand project goals and the responsibilities of all involved parties.
Mentor field teams and support project profitability, client relationships, operational excellence, safety, and efficiency.
Travel between client locations and field operational sites throughout the region, operating company vehicles and transporting equipment as needed.