Construction Manager

Astound Broadband • Port Orchard, WA

10d • $90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Construction Manager coordinates construction activities with utilities, municipalities, engineers, developers, permitting authorities, governmental organizations, and other stakeholders. The role manages make-ready and right-of-way work; supports network design, material planning, and capital project development; and ensures construction quotes for residential and small-business sales teams are answered on time. The manager tracks construction progress, communicates concerns to project leadership, handles damage claims, analyzes project data, and provides training and guidance to construction leads while managing multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment.

The position oversees construction personnel and in-house and contract labor on aerial and underground new-construction and rebuild projects. It monitors contractor performance, ensures compliance with agreements and construction codes, and conducts site inspections for quality and safety. The manager also coordinates permitting, utility work, plant design and installation planning, and material orders. The position requires living within 30 miles or a maximum one-hour commute during regular commuting hours from the assigned territory; territories may be changed by management.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. The role requires substantial cable television or telecommunications construction experience, including supervisory experience, along with technical knowledge of fiber construction, permitting, safety, network topology, GIS, and applicable codes. The position offers a base compensation range of $90,000–$100,000, with benefits and other compensation potentially varying based on location, skills, experience, and capabilities.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of cable television or telecommunications technical experience.
• 7–10 years of experience working in and/or supervising a cable TV or telecommunications construction department.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Codes and G.O.95 and 128.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record; valid auto insurance is also required.
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively.
• Clear oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to supervise and motivate others.
• Ability to use a personal computer and software applications, including word processing and spreadsheets.
• Ability to manage and complete multiple projects of varying amounts, sizes, complexity, budget value, and duration.
• Advanced understanding of proper construction safety practices.
• Advanced understanding of fiber route planning and engineering for building entry and network expansion projects.
• Advanced understanding of permitting for railroads, DOT, cities, counties, and pole owners.
• Advanced understanding of fiber splicing and installation practices.
• Advanced understanding of network topology.
• Advanced knowledge of fiber-optic principles and methodology.
• Advanced understanding of GIS.
• Ability to build effective relationships with municipalities, government agencies, property management, and vendors.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to track and analyze data against project forecasts.
• Strong critical-thinking, attention-to-detail, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment without supervision.
• Ability to provide training and support for Construction Lead I-II.
• Ability to live within 30 miles, or a maximum one-hour commute during regular commuting hours, of the assigned territory.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and calculator.
• Vision ability, including close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate construction personnel and coordinate in-house and contract labor for aerial and underground new-construction and rebuild projects.
• Represent Wave professionally with governmental, municipal, and related industry organizations.
• Coordinate construction work in rights of way with utility companies, including pole transfers, system maintenance, pole inspections, plant relocations, and plant extensions.
• Coordinate with engineers and developers on plant design and work with staff designing and documenting equipment and cable installations and locations.
• Complete material orders needed for planned construction.
• Monitor contractor performance, ensure compliance with agreement terms, and ensure personnel and contractors follow local and state construction requirements and codes.
• Conduct site inspections for quality control and safety.
• Coordinate permitting and make-ready processes.
• Ensure construction quote responses for residential and small-business sales teams meet tight deadlines.
• Communicate construction progress concerns to the Project Manager or designated supervisor.
• Review and process damage claims.
• Work with staff to develop capital projects and purchase requests for the construction team.
• Track and analyze project data against forecasts.
• Provide training and support for Construction Lead I-II.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance options.
• Paid time off and vacation, starting at 80 hours per year and increasing with tenure.
• 40 hours of floating holiday per year.
• Seven paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick leave, with hours varying based on state and/or local laws.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee discount program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED