Operations - Construction Manager

Ontivity•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

Construction Manager – Job Description Essential Functions Values safety over and above all other considerations. Schedule the project resources in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadline Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints or construction problems Assist the Project Manager to prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports or cost tracking reports Work closely with the Project Manager to interpret and understand plans and contract terms and be able to execute scope of work accordingly Plan, organize, or direct activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems Take actions effectively to deal with the results of delays, inclement weather or emergencies at the construction site Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, or other regulations and ensure contracted scope is completed Study job specifications, plans and scope of work to determine appropriate construction methods Direct and supervise all workers for assigned projects Ensure crew profitability and meeting scheduled completion dates for assigned projects Perform installation of antennas, mounts, cable ladders, microwave radio systems and complete new tower construction and tower maintenance Lead safety/tailgate meetings and submit field related documentation Mentor and train tower technicians to enhance the performance of the team Implement and oversee Quality Assurance Inspections and Processes Requisition supplies or material to complete construction projects Investigate damage or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out Determine labor requirements for dispatching workers to construction sites Evaluate construction methods and help determine cost-effectiveness of MOD Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with environmental health and safety Maintain company vehicle and trailer in a clean and presentable condition. Personal Attributes: Must have reliable transportation to and from office location Must be willing to travel and be able to work within a non-structured schedule, i.e., long hours, weekends, etc. Mechanically inclined Self-Motivated and able to learn efficiently Team oriented Coachable/adheres to instructions Supervisory Responsibility: The Construction Manager is a supervising member of the organization who will float between various crews and projects. He or she has demonstrated a high proficiency level in all tasks related with tower site construction. He or she has also established a high level of responsibility and accountability for himself or herself and those under their supervision. A Construction Manager is expected to participate, supervise, and oversee all work tasks performed on site, inspecting each phase as required, ensuring the quality of the installation pertaining to tower erection, coax & waveguide installation, connector fitting, weather proofing, antenna assembly, installation/grounding systems and all other procedures related to the industry. Work Environment & Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Frequent work in adverse weather conditions Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Daily travel within the Company’s geographical footprint and possible extended stays at external destinations. Travel time can be anywhere from three to six weeks at a time, with appropriate breaks. Additional Requirements: Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification. CDL Class A certification a plus Must be able to pass a background check for government security clearances General tower and fall protection safety knowledge and ability to utilize 100% tie off techniques at all times Ability to properly inspect and use PPE Construction and maintenance experience of Self-Support and Guyed towers, monopoles and antenna structures Basic Rigging ability to utilize the proper ropes, blocks and tackles. Gin pole experience preferred Knowledge of using transits, compass, set azimuths to standard engineering processes Antenna alignment tool experience Install wireless antenna mounts and antennas for microwave and cellular communication systems Sweep & PIM testing experience. Anritsu gear preferred Fiber scope and ODTR testing experience Job Related Certifications: OSHA 30 Competent Climber Competent Rescue First Aid/CPR Basic knowledge and understanding of DOT driver qualifications EEO Statement: CMS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability and genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CMS Tower complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. CMS expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CMS Tower’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Requirements

Must have reliable transportation to and from office location
Must be willing to travel and be able to work within a non-structured schedule, i.e., long hours, weekends, etc.
Mechanically inclined
Self-Motivated and able to learn efficiently
Team oriented
Coachable/adheres to instructions
Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification. CDL Class A certification a plus
Must be able to pass a background check for government security clearances
General tower and fall protection safety knowledge and ability to utilize 100% tie off techniques at all times
Ability to properly inspect and use PPE
Construction and maintenance experience of Self-Support and Guyed towers, monopoles and antenna structures
Basic Rigging ability to utilize the proper ropes, blocks and tackles. Gin pole experience preferred
Knowledge of using transits, compass, set azimuths to standard engineering processes
Antenna alignment tool experience
Install wireless antenna mounts and antennas for microwave and cellular communication systems
Sweep & PIM testing experience. Anritsu gear preferred
Fiber scope and ODTR testing experience
OSHA 30
Competent Climber
Competent Rescue
First Aid/CPR
Basic knowledge and understanding of DOT driver qualifications

Responsibilities

Schedule the project resources in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadline
Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints or construction problems
Assist the Project Manager to prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports or cost tracking reports
Work closely with the Project Manager to interpret and understand plans and contract terms and be able to execute scope of work accordingly
Plan, organize, or direct activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems
Take actions effectively to deal with the results of delays, inclement weather or emergencies at the construction site
Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, or other regulations and ensure contracted scope is completed
Study job specifications, plans and scope of work to determine appropriate construction methods
Direct and supervise all workers for assigned projects
Ensure crew profitability and meeting scheduled completion dates for assigned projects
Perform installation of antennas, mounts, cable ladders, microwave radio systems and complete new tower construction and tower maintenance
Lead safety/tailgate meetings and submit field related documentation
Mentor and train tower technicians to enhance the performance of the team
Implement and oversee Quality Assurance Inspections and Processes
Requisition supplies or material to complete construction projects
Investigate damage or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out
Determine labor requirements for dispatching workers to construction sites
Evaluate construction methods and help determine cost-effectiveness of MOD
Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with environmental health and safety
Maintain company vehicle and trailer in a clean and presentable condition.