Sr. Construction Manager - Telecom

Title: Sr. Construction Manager   

Division:   Telecom               

Summary:  Perform construction oversight of existing, new or relocation telecommunication installations

LJA recognizes that our success depends on the quality of the people we hire. We are currently seeking highly talented individuals that take pride in their work, function exceptionally well in team environments, and contribute to the overall success of the company. As a 100% employee-owned company, we promote an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 70+ office locations, LJA is growing and ready for talented people to help us build our future.

General Responsibilities:

• Perform telephone/electric pole field route feasibility investigations, telephone/electric pole field data collection, data entry
• Record proper data collection from field investigations per Telco Department standards and quality required specifications
• Escalate unresolved client issues to supervisor
• Train staff with client walkouts and route feasibility
• Assist with business development for all Telecom markets
• Monitor construction crew activities
• Report daily crew activities
• Responsible for project billing and invoicing
• Possibly operate a company vehicle in a safe and responsible Clean, maintain, stock, and secure assigned vehicle and equipment, in accordance with company policies
• Utilize and become proficient with tasks, tools, test equipment and information that will enhance project results
• Prepare drawings and source documents, including red-line drawings, handhole and splice location maps for as-built preparation
• Ensures that the work performed in the field is completed on time, according to work prints and specifications, meets quality standards, and is accurately billed
• Adhere to industry specific, local, state and federal regulations, as applicable
• Monitor compliance with appropriate safety regulations
• Know, understand and follow company policy
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor

Required Education & Certifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record within Company required standards 

Required Experience:

• 15+ years experience in construction of telecommunications infrastructure
• Ability to operate appropriate computer or field equipment associated with the position
• Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
• Ability to use personal computer and software applications

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to read, write and speak the English language to communicate with employees, client, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straight-forward, and professional manner
• Ability to read and understand cable records, plats, and associated records
• Ability to use the following hand tools: electric drills, hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers
• Ability to walk over all types of terrain in all kinds of weather while carrying tools and equipment
• Ability to safely use weight-bearing equipment (such as survey rods, manhole hooks) within the maximum weight limitations of that equipment
• Ability to accurately measure distances, using tapes or other measuring devices
• Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires
• Ability to work while standing 50 - 70% of the time
• Ability to use handheld communication devices and applications
• Ability to travel (including during inclement weather) to and from assigned project sites and offices facilities
• Ability to work outside for extended periods in any season and/or during inclement weather
• Familiarity with computer operating systems
• Ability to complete documentation accurately

Working Conditions

• This position works face to face with clients, construction crews & permitting agencies
• Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, insects, rodents, and pets
• Work outdoors in all kinds of weather and at all times of the day or night
• Work performed near power lines and electricity
• Work and travel in inclement weather
• Occasionally required to work overtime as the project needs dictate

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define routine problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to solve routine problems and/or deal with a variety of variables in situations. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision in order to accurately input data and proofread; distance vision in order to recognize and assist visitors to the department. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.