Manager, Construction Management Office

Empire Access • Elmira, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Empire Fiber is seeking an experienced and motivated Manager, Construction Management Office to lead and support construction operations, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration for their growing infrastructure initiatives. This role is ideal for a strong leader who can balance operational oversight, project execution, and team development while helping drive organizational success. The Manager will lead and oversee construction management operations and project workflows, manage project timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and operational priorities. They will coordinate with various teams to ensure successful project execution, develop and improve construction management processes, reporting, and operational standards, and monitor project performance. The role also involves supporting forecasting, scheduling, and workforce planning, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and identifying operational challenges to implement proactive solutions. Additionally, the Manager will provide leadership and mentorship to construction management staff and assist with vendor management, project documentation, and strategic planning.

Requirements

• Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple large-scale projects and competing priorities
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of construction management practices, utility infrastructure, and project coordination
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and operational reporting
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience preferred

Nice To Haves

• Experience in telecommunications, utilities, construction, or infrastructure management preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee construction management operations and project workflows
• Manage project timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and operational priorities
• Coordinate with engineering, field operations, vendors, contractors, and leadership teams to ensure successful project execution
• Develop and improve construction management processes, reporting, and operational standards
• Monitor project performance, milestones, and deliverables to ensure projects remain on track
• Support forecasting, scheduling, and workforce planning initiatives
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
• Identify operational challenges and implement proactive solutions to improve efficiency
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and development support to construction management staff
• Assist with vendor management, project documentation, and strategic planning initiatives

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Opportunity to lead impactful infrastructure initiatives
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment
• Career advancement and leadership development opportunities
• The chance to help shape and improve operational processes across the organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager