Network Construction Manager

Crown Castle Inc•Downers Grove, IL

64d•$40 - $55•Hybrid

About The Position

This position requires experience with construction management of outside plant (OSP) and inside plant cable design, utility pole and ground facilities, and a thorough understanding of permitting, pole/conduit licensing procedures, and fiber network construction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in small cell and DAS (Distributed Antenna System) deployments, including engineering and design of wireless infrastructure. You will manage multiple projects simultaneously, including relocation and enterprise initiatives, and ensure all work is completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with Crown Castle policies and procedures.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
3+ years of telecommunications/wireless construction experience Required
Working knowledge of OSHA standards
Knowledge of construction management processes
Knowledge of permitting, NJUNS, SPANs
Ability to read and understand construction drawings
Ability to manage, organize, and process multiple overlapping project activities
Customer service orientation with a strong problem-solving approach
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Visio, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong computer skills including project management software
DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State

Nice To Haves

Experience with telecom carriers or engineering firms - Preferred
Experience with 5G small cell deployments and DAS systems - Preferred
Knowledge of pole loading analysis and make-ready engineering - Preferred
Proficiency in GIS platforms (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation) - Preferred
Certifications such as FOA CFOT, FBA, or equivalent - Preferred

Responsibilities

Design and construction management of outside plant fiber optic networks and small cell deployments.
Create detailed construction drawings, splice diagrams, and bills of materials (BOMs) using GIS and CAD tools.
Perform field validations, site surveys, and pole audits to ensure design accuracy and feasibility.
Conduct pole loading analysis and prepare make-ready documentation for aerial fiber and small cell installations
Attend Kick-Off meetings with Project Managers in all aspects of fiber construction work.
Utilize PowerBI and other business intelligence tools to analyze data summaries and predictive visualizations for OTP, CRM assignments, etc.
Attend transportation and other customer meetings as subject matter experts for Crown.
Develop customer relationships that may result in influencing customers to award service work to Crown.
Visit sites during construction including site surveys, Contractor Site Safety Inspections, and construction closeouts.
Submit Change Management tickets and manage projects.
Create pole maps and work orders including assignments.
Manage vendors and interface with developers and municipalities.
Assist with pole and overlash applications to power companies.
Provide direction to general contractors aligned to job specifications.
Maintain working knowledge of permitting and licensing processes in public and private rights-of-way.
Ensure Team Management, Project Managers, and customers are aware of issues that will impact project completion or cost.
Review As-Built drawings to validate quantities and ensure project tracking system accuracy.
Serve as an escalation point for corrective actions post internal closeout review.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans with highly company subsidized premiums and up to $2,000 annual company contribution to your Health Savings Account (HSA base plan for employee and dependents).
Market-leading 401(k) plan, which includes up to 10% company contributions through our 5% match and 5% profit sharing program (based on employee contributions).
New-child leave up to 8 weeks of 100% paid leave upon birth or legal adoption of a new child. Birth mothers are eligible for up to 8 weeks of additional 100% paid medical leave.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year of eligible tuition and fees.
Crown Castle scholarship program awarding up to $10,000 per recipient each year for eligible dependent children of employees and interns.
Matching charitable contributions to qualified charitable organizations of up to $1,000 per year per teammate.
Generous paid time-off for eligible full-time employees (minimum 18 days per year based on years of service).
10 company holidays plus 2 floating holiday.
All offices provide free beverages and snacks.

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