POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The primary purpose of the Construction Manager I is to provide project support and be responsible for field visits, site inspection, documentation, and communication of their findings.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Field Assignments/Procedures:

• Responsible for site construction support, which may include supervising the installation of towers, mounts, antennas, feed lines, electronic cabinets, shelters, generators, HVAC, utilities, etc.
• Closely adheres to all safety standards and procedures.
• Identifies gaps in safety standards as well as safety risks in the environment and provides recommendations to higher level technical staff and management.
• Supports the tracking of all project and A&E activities for the team in SiteTracker or other project tracking system.
• Reviews and understands project drawings and specifications.
• Assists client with equipment orders, managing warehouse inventory, and return of used/unused site equipment.
• Performs a feasibility walk to determine whether the proposed site may be properly constructed according to quality and technical standards.
• Reviews punch list for overall construction completion and management of contractors.
• Ensure that the construction contractors obtain all proper inspections, final sign-offs, recorded easements, etc. for a timely close out package.
• Finalize and present a complete closeout package.
• Prepares and updates site status reports, databases, and project forecast reports.
• Ensure that work conforms to Company standards and Quality Plan.
• Understand client objectives/quality standards and ensure work is completed in accordance with these standards.

Project Schedules/Deliverables:

• Under supervision of your Manager, submit bid documents to approved general contractors and coordinate all aspects of the bid process, including scheduling the bid walk, review of bids, production of a bid package, and contractor recommendation.

• Assist the Manager in developing and monitoring the construction schedule for each site; this includes permitting, materials availability, contractor availability, utility provisioning, cost efficiency, property owner availability, and any other variables. 
• Complete assignments in the specific time periods requested while ensuring accuracy, completeness, quality, and thoroughness of results.  
• Meet or exceed company standards for productivity/utilization targets.

Continuous Improvement:

• Provide input and assistance in investigating new techniques and methods that may increase the Company’s efficiency.
• Incorporate cutting edge applications to arrive at the desired result on projects.
• Alert supervisor of any issues that may affect client relations.  Provide recommendations for solutions.
• When opportunities arise, assist with the development of new business opportunities with clients.
• Willingness to support additional projects with the same client.

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions.
• Able to effectively collaborate with employees at all professional levels and ability to respectfully follow supervision.
• Able to effectively communicate with peers, managers, contractors, and client.
• Thorough knowledge of MS Office suite; Database, customer tracking systems experience a plus. 
• Must have reliable transportation and being willing to travel to sites/work remotely.
• Driving record must meet Advantage Engineers insurance standards and maintain a valid state Driver’s License.
• OSHA 10 and/or OSHA 30 is a plus.
• CPR/First Aid is a plus.
• Knowledge in a Technical Trade, Maintenance, Electrical, or Instrumentation is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and customer relations skills are highly desired.
• Ability to create detailed and concise reports and tracking tools for all aspects of the project is a plus.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA & STANDARDS:

Organized – Can conduct multiple activities at once and stay on track while managing resources, maintaining files, and being able to speak to activities.

Problem Solving – Able to use different analysis methods and brainstorming to determine logical solutions.

Process Management – Understands the best applicable processes/practices to achieve timely and efficient results.

Timely Decision Making – Able to decide under pressure or without all the information if needed.

Measuring Performance– Assigns roles/responsibilities to employees then follows up on progress and results.