DAS Construction Lead

Key Responsibilities

• Assist and oversee installation of DAS equipment including head-end units, remote antenna units, fiber optic cables, and coaxial distribution systems
• Aid in site surveys/data collection and produce bid documents on small to medium projects
• Supervise field construction crews and subcontractors
• Conduct safety surveys and meetings with onsite vendors and crews
• Work with clients and vendors to ensure all installations comply with RF engineering specifications and performance requirements
• Support materials and logistics by scoping installation requirements and procuring appropriate materials
• Assist with material verification, staging, and shortages
• Support scoping and takeoffs based on field conditions
• Cookordination with project teams on equipment readiness and deliveries
• Conduct site inspections and quality control checks throughout construction phases
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards
• Coordinate testing and commissioning activities with RF engineers
• Manage permit acquisition and regulatory compliance requirements
• Support and manage multiple active DAS deployment projects simultaneously from initiation through commissioning
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure seamless project execution
• Maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans
• Stakeholder coordination by serving as the primary liaison between construction teams and clients
• Collaborate with property managers, building owners, and facility personnel
• Coordinate with carrier partners and equipment vendors
• Communicate project status and milestones to senior management
• Manage crew scheduling and resource deployment

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and above ceilings
• 100% travel required (national project footprint)

Requirements

• MUST HAVE: 2-3 years of recent hands-on field experience in wireless telecommunications in-building systems installation, testing, and field leadership
• Must have industry safety certifications, i.e., OSHA 10 or 30, RF Awareness, CPR, BBP 2
• 2+ years of experience in leading in-building DAS construction projects
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with DAS installations and in-building wireless systems
• Knowledge of fiber optics and Coax installation, testing, troubleshooting
• Knowledge of Troubleshooting, RAN and DAS systems
• Knowledge of working with AC and DC power installation
• Experience preparing Coax jumper as per specification, certification is a plus
• Must be able to read and understand Construction Drawings, RF Data sheets and ibwave files
• Must have experience preparing construction closeout packages
• Must have DAS/RAN construction bid walk and the deliverables experience
• Familiarity with post construction close out and deliverables