Construction Manager

Job Details:

Job Location:

Detroit, MI - Detroit, MI 48127.

Job Title:

Construction Manager.

Start Date:

Immediate.

• Responsible for managing in-market construction team including any third-party vendors participating in the construction process.
• Interpret construction drawings and right-of-way plans and validate construction operations coincide with drafted plans.
• Lead the onboarding of new contractors including training in Gateway’s specifications & best-build practices.
• Work with all stakeholders to resolve construction related issues including but not limited to city officials & residents.
• Establish relationships with Utilities & Locating companies to ensure support and prevent locating bottlenecks.
• Interface with Gateway Fiber Engineering to resolve any discrepancies between design and field construction.
• Evaluate engineering change requests and work with engineering to implement.
• Track daily progress versus plan, escalating key obstacles and resource needs to ensure projects are delivered on time.
• Ensure permits and easements required for construction are secured.
• Emergency management related to any network outages, including internal and external resources.
• Fostering a culture of safety, accuracy, and efficiency for internal and external teams.

• Seeing your work make a positive difference in the lives of our served communities.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time-off, flexible environment).
• Locally owned, friendly, innovative company with high growth projections.
• Career development.
• To learn skills and participate in critical projects in all areas of business.

• 7+ years in telecom outside plant and/or construction experience.
• 3+ Years of leadership in an operational environment.
• Ability to lead through influence and balance needs of numerous stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong follow-up skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, PowerPoint and in a project management software application such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Operations Management, Project Management, Leadership, or related field required; additional certifications or educations are welcomed.
• Diligence, consistency, and quick decision-making ability.