Construction Manager

About the role

Centerline is seeking an experienced New Site Build / DAS Construction Manager to direct day-to-day construction operations for New Site Development and wireless carriers in Florida and Puerto Rico. The Construction Manager will manage general contractors on behalf of wireless carriers during construction, installation, and in-service testing of telecom communications systems, overseeing projects through bidding, construction, quality control, testing, and close‑out of affected communication networks. Telecom Construction Management experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings and work closely with the carrier construction engineers, general contractors, and project team to complete projects on time and within budget
• Directly manage Field Teams conducting DAS Venue, Macro and/or Small Cell deployments/installations and performs tasks such as bid walks, pre‑construction, quality control, and safety adherence
• Coordinate and input, as needed, with utility companies providing services and infrastructure for the project
• Monitor and ensure schedule performance and quality workmanship of contractors
• Review change proposals, proposal requests, requests for information, supplemental instructions, and other contract documentation as required on behalf of the carrier's interests
• Attend local meetings, approval meetings, and conferences on behalf of the carrier; documenting and acting on items in the carrier's interests
• Maintain relationships and act as the carrier's liaison in matters associated with Federal, State, and Municipal matters, including the City's permitting and inspection requirements
• Serve as an information resource by coordinating client's work, participating in meetings, resolving disputes, providing ongoing feedback, coordinating project punch list, logistics/material management, and close‑out
• Update the carrier’s online project management tool
• Review and maintain the carrier’s document depository system

Requirements

• 5 years of directly related leadership experience with construction background, Telecom or general contractor experience (preferred)
• Experience constructing DAS Venues, Small Cell, MACRO, and MACRO MOD projects for various carriers and/or tower companies
• Previous site management experience and experience maintaining good relationships with clients and suppliers
• Experience managing raw land (greenfield) site builds, including coordination of new tower installation from site development through completion (strongly preferred)
• Hands‑on experience directing the activities of contractors and crews for mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural construction in an industrial telecom setting
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Project
• Valid driver’s license and insurability under company insurance policy
• Ability to respond as needed to after‑business‑hours issues
• Willingness to travel as required

Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of various Telecom carrier’s construction standards
• Strong consultative, organizational, and communication skills; Spanish fluency strongly preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance benefits — medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) plan
• Referral bonuses
• Generous PTO