Senior OSP Construction Manager

Vero Networks•Chicago, IL

41d•$130,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The ideal candidate will have a background working in the telecommunications industry managing back-haul, fiber, or other large-scale telecom OSP cable deployment projects. Responsible for primarily underground fiber installation, inside plant construction, and utility make-ready. The Sr. Construction Manager will be called upon as the expert on construction issues relating to construction/modification of various dark fiber deployments as well as vendor selection, on-site management, drawing reviews, coordination of subcontractors, installers and customer representatives.

Requirements

Seven (7) years of telecommunications construction experience
Previous Fiber/OSP/back-haul construction management experience is required.
Public Right of Way construction experience required.
Knowledge of Outside Plant Construction techniques
Familiarity with test equipment and techniques for performing Bidi OTDR and Power Meter
Working knowledge of NESC, NEC and OSHA standards
This will require travel to project sites to fulfill the core duties of the role.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of budget development and execution
Knowledge of construction management process
Knowledge of engineering and permitting procedures, including regulatory and permitting process
Ability to read and understand OSP construction drawings and permit documents
Ability to direct and diagnose work flow problems, critical paths and institute remedies
Customer service orientation with a strong problem solving approach
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong computer skills
Google Suite and/or MS office, GIS, and project management software knowledge

Responsibilities

Managing assigned telecom construction projects including scheduling, reporting, customer facing and vendor management.
Lead deployment meetings and work with cross functional teams including engineering, permitting, and construction contractors
Maintain project documentation and reporting.
Manage the project schedule to ensure the project milestones and deadlines are met.
Effective and accurate management of project deliverables, schedule, budget, and invoicing to support the Project Manager
Manage all materials ordering, procurement, receiving, and chain of custody thereof for each project
Secure, coordinate, and manage project inspectors and occasionally provide direct inspection support
Support the PM in development of proposals and award/execution of project contracts and agreements