Manager/Construction

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Job Title: Construction Manager

Division: FiOptix Inc

FSLA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Project Manager

Job Summary: This position is responsible for the oversight of construction projects including planning, budgeting, safety, quality, scheduling, staffing, material handling, and overall customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement operational and productivity standards and monitor the progress of assigned jobs to ensure quality, budget, and timeline expectations are achieved
• Provide oversight during the construction of assigned jobs, make recommendations for improvement, and resolve customer inquiries and/or concerns if they arise

• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure a safe work environment is maintained by adhering to and enforcing all Company safety practices and procedures
• Conduct site walks, evaluate conditions, and prepare cost estimates accordingly
• Ensure permitting, inspections, and code compliance is completed as needed
• Report project status and performance data
• Manage ordering of material and the inventory process
• Review all job-related closeout documentation for accuracy and ensure timely submission
• Ensure the regular completion of job safety observations (JSO) and vehicle inspections
• Establish, manage, and maintain subcontractor relationships
• Ensure the timely reporting of on-the-job accidents, injuries, and damage claims
• Manage the maintenance of the facility, warehouse, fleet, vehicles, equipment, and tools
• Ensure the crews have the required safety gear, proper tools, and associated training
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Job Duties:

• Carries out supervisory duties in accordance with the Company’s objectives, policies, and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to; planning, assigning, and directing work, interviewing, hiring, training, evaluating performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing employee concerns, and partnering with local management and Human Resources to resolve escalated employee matters.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.

Education: High school diploma, general education degree (G.E.D.), or related trade school education

Experience:

• Five years of wireline telecommunications and cable experience, including underground utilities, placement and routing of utilities/fiber optic, CATV pathways, aerial, and multi dwelling units (MDU)
• Three to five years of aerial and underground utility construction experience for CATV and fiber optic transmission as well as telephone systems
• Three years supervisory experience
• Knowledge of the use and operating characteristics of a variety of light and heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance
• Knowledge of the hazards incidental to maintenance and construction involved and of the safety measures to be observed
• Knowledge of highway traffic control standards

Technical Skills:

• Computer and Microsoft Office proficiency

• Ability to understand construction plans in order to manage the successful completion of operations
• Knowledge of ISP construction in commercial and industrial settings

Soft Skills:

• Highly organized and detail orientated
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to think analytically, apply sound judgment, and solve problems
• Ability to lead, teach, train, and motivate staff

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets Company requirements
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stoop, crawl, bend at knees and waist, squat and lift 50 lbs; includes body weight, equipment, tools and boxes
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces
• Sitting at a desk for 6-8 hours a day
• Working on a computer for 6-8 hours a day
• May be required to work long and unpredictable hours
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, including short notice travel. Travel includes local site travel or travel depending on business needs.

Disclaimer: All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.