Job Description

Must Haves:

• Field Background: Must have prior field experience and currently be working in an office role overseeing programs.
• Strong Construction Background
• Project Management: Minimum of 4 years as a Project Manager, with at least 7 years of experience in telecom or a similar role.
• AT&T Experience*: Ideally, candidates should have established relationships within AT&T.
• Must be local to Irvine.
• Must be willing to work from the office 3 days a week.

Job Description:

A Sr. Construction Manager is responsible for all technical aspects of telecommunications equipment deployment and ASP management at assigned jobs/venues. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Site validation for deployment
• Supplier selection and management
• Scope item identification and validation
• Equipment/material distribution planning
• Managing site access
• Installation and construction planning/scheduling
• Monitoring project progress and milestones
• Acting as the Ericsson representative for venue reviews, customer inspections, and safety audits
• Budget monitoring and coordination with Customer Project Managers
• Delegation of administrative tasks to support organizations

The IBCM partners with/supports the Sr. Construction Manager on complex jobs/sites and also collaborates with the Remote Construction Manager.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Perform feasibility walks and establish venue POC.
2. Analyze/develop SOW and BOM, collaborating with RF design.
3. Evaluate job/venue, resolve access issues, and plan construction.
4. Report material deficiencies and coordinate with Sr. CM to resolve them.
5. Manage project plan and schedule, adjusting as needed.
6. Attend market meetings and interface with stakeholders.
7. Oversee venue construction and perform EHS safety audits.
8. Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to ASPs and RCMs.
9. Drive issue resolution with service providers.
10. Work closely with RF design and ensure alignment with DOT system requirements.
11. Perform additional tasks as needed.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Operates independently in a fast-paced environment
• Proactively identifies and solves problems
• Strong multitasking, planning, and communication skills
• Consultative approach and ability to work cross-functionally

Typical Interfaces:

Internal:

• Market Project Team
• CU
• Sourcing
• Business Ops
• EHS
• People Function

External:

• Customers
• Third-Party Suppliers
• Local Governments and Property Owners

Tools & Resources:

• iBwave software
• Anritsu and OTDR fiber testing
• Microsoft Office Suite
• SiteTracker
• Close-out Package Checklist
• Ericsson and industry best practices/standards
• EHS regulatory knowledge

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of 7+ years in the industry
• Degree preferred; relevant technical coursework accepted
• Experience with Small Cell RAN systems (DOT, PDAS, ODAS)
• Field experience managing GCs, construction estimation
• Understanding of site acquisition, zoning, and permitting
• Familiarity with Ericsson portfolio a plus
• OSHA 30-hour certification for telecom industry required

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