Construction Manager (contract)

Job Responsibilities

• Review daily emails, weekly reports, fiber testing results, and project status updates to identify risks, constraints, and schedule impacts each morning
• Cook up across vendors, general contractors, and internal teams throughout the day to resolve issues, push approvals, and maintain project momentum related to materials, schedules, and scope
• Lead and participate in site and project meetings to track progress and drive action items to resolution
• Facilitate metro and campus-wide syncs to align cross-functional teams and ensure consistent project visibility
• Attend network and technical readiness syncs to support deployment planning and infrastructure coordination
• Oversee field-related activities including fiber testing reviews, troubleshooting fiber issues, coordinating installations, and resolving blockers impacting delivery
• Update project notes, track action items, and review schedules against milestones at end of each day
• Prepare next-day priorities using structured task tracking tools and project management software
• Cook projects by developing detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities
• Present and explain proposals, reports, and findings to clients and internal stakeholders
• Recruit, assign, direct, and evaluate team members while overseeing the development and maintenance of staff competence
• Analyze technology needs, resource requirements, and market demand to assess project feasibility
• Confer with management, production, and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures
• Review, recommend, and approve contracts and cost estimates

Requirements

• 8 to 10 years of experience in construction management or a closely related field required
• Demonstrated background in construction with hands-on field coordination experience strongly preferred
• Experience managing vendors, general contractors, and cross-functional internal teams on large-scale projects
• Prior experience supporting technology infrastructure, fiber deployment, or campus-scale construction programs is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, construction management, engineering, or a related field required
• PMI or PMP certification preferred
• Must be able to comply with all onsite PPE requirements including Class 2 safety helmet, reflective vest, cut and impact resistant gloves, ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses, and composite toe work boots extending a minimum of 4 inches above the ankle
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences
• Excellent problem-solving skills with sharp attention to detail and strong interpersonal abilities
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage time across multiple concurrent projects
• Solid understanding of business and management principles including strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Project
• Experience with Bluebeam for document management and markup workflows
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 for schedule development and tracking is strongly preferred
• Ability to navigate and coordinate fiber infrastructure, network deployment, and technical readiness activities
• Comfort working in an active construction environment with strict adherence to PPE and safety requirements