Construction Manager

Smartaira•Gainesville, VA

About The Position

At Smartaira, the Construction Manager oversees and coordinates telecommunication construction projects from start to finish, ensuring schedules and budgets are followed. The role develops scopes of work with internal teams and contractors, coordinates contractor schedules, delegates responsibilities, and provides project updates. It also requires flexibility, foresight, and discretion when handling confidential information related to high-level systems and operations. The Construction Manager leads project planning and execution, including contractor selection and supervision, development of project descriptions and material requirements, scheduling, budgeting, safety oversight, and coordination of construction and maintenance activities. The position works with clients, architects, engineers, stakeholders, contractors, subcontractors, and other project participants to resolve issues, manage changes and contractual obligations, and respond to delays, emergencies, and weather-related disruptions.

Requirements

At least five years of telecommunication construction project management experience.
Thorough understanding of telecommunication contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations.
Experience with productivity tools including AutoCAD, Visio, Bluebeam Revu, and MSOffice 360.
Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to make quick, sound decisions and work under pressure, including when unexpected occurrences or delays arise.
Ability to multitask effectively while analyzing and solving problems.
Professional telephone protocol and a high degree of professionalism.
Energetic, upbeat, outgoing, organized, and detail-oriented, with strong follow-through skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Flexibility to work outside normal business hours when required.
Ability to traverse and inspect all jobsite areas in varying weather, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
May be required to travel.
Exposure to characteristic construction-site dangers.
Must be available to address jobsite delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of telecommunication project management experience in single-family homes.
Construction Manager certification from the American Institute of Constructors or Construction Management Association of America.
Bachelor’s degree in construction science, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering.
PMP designation, PMI certifications, or equivalent.
BICSI or equivalent certifications.
Industry-recognized WiFi/WLAN training and certifications.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee telecommunication construction projects from start to finish.
Develop scopes of work, coordinate with contractors, delegate responsibilities, and provide project progress updates.
Select and oversee contractors for projects, major upgrades, and other telecommunication construction initiatives.
Supervise contractors and subcontractors to ensure quality standards, the scope of work, and technical specifications are met.
Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and other parties during initial planning; develop job descriptions and identify materials needed.
Schedule and coordinate projects in logical steps and allocate time to meet deadlines.
Prepare and submit budget estimates and communicate budget progress and costs to stakeholders.
Monitor project budgets and make necessary adjustments through established change-management and approval processes.
Plan, coordinate, organize, oversee, and direct construction and maintenance activities for assigned structures, facilities, and systems.
Ensure jobsite safety standards, guidelines, and construction safety codes are followed.
Oversee negotiations, revisions, and change orders with contractors and subcontractors and ensure contractual compliance.
Collaborate with clients, supervisory staff, and contractors to discuss and resolve problems involving work procedures, complaints, or construction issues.
Manage actions required in response to delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.
Develop and maintain working relationships with owners, managers, designers, supervisors, tradespersons, and craft workers.
Carry out other directives as required.