Telecommunications Manager jobs in Utah

12-month contract, with potential for extension, or conversion to full-time, based on performance and client need.

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits are made available after 90 days (there are no additional benefits provided during the contract period - no PTO, no Paid Holidays, etc.).

This is a remote role but will be traveling to field sites

Any other details that would be helpful: There is no client office in Utah. This candidate must be able to manage themselves independently and. They will report to a management chain located in Denver, CO.

3 skills/knowledge the candidate must have to be considered for the role: Proactive (self-starter), accountability, good communicator

Any technology the candidate(s) must have experience in to be considered: Familiarity with Microsoft suite and Smart Sheets is a plus but not required.

Are there any approved expenses for this position (Cell Phone, Mileage, Internet)? Yes - Cell phone, mileage, internet

Will the candidate be doing field work? If so, how much? Yes, 90% field, 10% computer

Responsible for all aspects of construction on projects including; Vendor selection, on-site management, coordination of subcontractors, OEM installers and customer representatives. Represent client as the expert on construction issues relating to construction/modification of towers and collocation or DAS and small cell projects, including in-building iDAS, public right-of-way oDAS & Small Cells along with the associated inside & outside plant construction methods. Oversight for DAS and small cell projects will include activities related to above and below-ground fiber installation, hub construction, node construction and related utility make-ready. Ensure all assigned projects are completed according to mutually agreed upon timeline and budget of customer and client. Ensure all work is conducted in accordance with client policies and procedures in support of client objectives.

Essential Job Functions

• Directly advise and influence decisions of District and/or Program and Project Managers in all aspects of construction work.
• Actively participate in and make recommendations in Vendor selection process.
• Attend deployment and other customer meetings as subject matter expert for client.
• Develop customer relationships that may result in influencing customers to award service work to client.
• Make regular trips to sites during construction including: bid walk, precon walk, in progress site visits, punch walks and construction closeout. Provide direction to general contractors when doing ground work.
• Understand prevailing rates for all construction work and ensure client is receiving competitive rates for quality work.
• Responsible to hold Vendor accountable to ensure budget is maintained; ensure District and/or Program and Project Managers and customers are aware of issues that will impact project completion or cost.
• Responsible to problem solve issues that may occur onsite and make recommendations based on priority and need to ensure the project and budget are maintained.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with client construction safety standards, processes, and procedures.
• Ensure accurate and complete files are maintained for projects and appropriate closeout documents are distributed in a timely manner and are in accordance with corporate and customer standards.
• Ensure that all jobs are maintained in a project tracking system with complete accuracy.
• Act as safety observer and Quality Assurance representative while at the site ensuring compliance with safety program and related workmanship practices.

Education/Certifications

• High School degree
• A valid driver’s license required

Experience/Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of telecommunications/wireless construction experience
• Knowledge of Outside Plant Construction techniques (aerial & underground) for SCS.
• Familiarity with test equipment and techniques for performing RF Sweep test, OTDR, Power Meter and Passive Intermodulation (PIM) testing for SCS.
• Working knowledge of NESC, NEC and OSHA standards.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of budget development and execution
• Knowledge of construction management process
• Knowledge of site acquisition procedures, including regulatory and permitting process
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Ability to direct and diagnose work flow problems, critical paths and institute remedies
• Customer service orientation with a strong problem solving approach - strong interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills - MS office and project management software knowledge

Working Conditions: Will be required to travel to project sites with exposure to heavy equipment and environmental conditions 90% of the time. Works in a normal office setting with no exposure to adverse environmental conditions 10% of the time.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Construction site
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• Up to 75% travel

Experience:

• Outside Plant Construction (aerial & underground): 5 years (Required)
• telecommunications/wireless construction: 5 years (Required)
• Smartsheet: 5 years (Preferred)
• Small Cells: 5 years (Required)
• DAS: 5 years (Preferred)
• inside & outside plant construction methods: 5 years (Preferred)
• above and below-ground fiber installation: 5 years (Preferred)
• hub construction, node construction: 5 years (Preferred)

Location:

• Salt Lake City, UT (Required)

Work Location: Remote