Network Construction Manager (Information Technology)

Position Title:  Network Construction Manager - Small Cells (T4)

Company Summary: 

Crown Castle is the nation's largest provider of shared communications infrastructure: towers, small cells and fiber. It all works together to meet unprecedented demand—connecting people and communities and transforming the way we do business. Whenever you make a call, track a workout or stream music and videos, we're the ones providing the communications infrastructure that makes it all possible. From 5G and the internet of things to drones, autonomous vehicles and AR/VR, we enable the technologies that help people stay safe, connected and ready for the future. Crown Castle is publicly traded on the S&P 500, and one of the largest Real Estate Investment Trusts in the US, with an enterprise value of ~$100B. 

We offer a total benefits package and professional growth development for teammates in any stage of their career. Along with caring for our teammates, we're an active member in the communities where we live, work and do business. We have a responsibility to give back, which we do through our Connected by Good program. Giving back allows us to improve public spaces where people connect, promote public safety and advance access to education and technology. 

Role

Position requires experience with outside plant, inside plant cable, and Small Cell Network (SCN) construction on aerial, Utility Pole, and ground facilities, with a thorough knowledge of all issues related to local and state permitting, pole and conduit licensing procedures from Utilities, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Responsible for all aspects of construction on Crown Castle projects including; Vendor selection, on-site management, coordination of subcontractors, OEM installers and customer representatives. Represent Crown Castle as the expert on construction issues relating to collocation or DAS and Small Cell projects, public right-of-way oDAS & Small Cells along with the associated 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 Crown Castle. Ensure all work is conducted in accordance with Crown Castle policies and procedures in support of Crown Castle objectives.  Position also requires the capability to manage multiple construction contractors.  From project qualification and design through punch-list and close-out, the Network, Construction Manager will ensure that projects are completed to client and internal specification, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Work hand in hand with Fiber Engineers, Utility Relations, Network Real Estate, RF Engineers, Product Development, Procurement, other related internal Crown Castle departments.
• Directly advise and influence decisions of Network Managers/Supervisors in all aspects of construction work.
• Actively participate in and make recommendations in Vendor selection process.
• Manage all external vendors necessary for timely completion and within budget.
• Conduct initial constructability review in accordance with project specifications.
• Develop Construction Bid Package and competitively bid project to subcontractors.
• Responsible to negotiate costs within scope of project, hold Vendor accountable to ensure budget is maintained; ensure Network Managers/Supervisors are aware of issues that will impact project completion or cost.
• Understand prevailing rates for all construction work and ensure Crown Castle is receiving competitive rates for quality work.
• Manage development of permit and construction plans; Manage engineering vendors, Coordinate, track, review, and approve CD (Construction Drawings), SA (Structural Analysis) and, SOW (Scope of Work), SOV (Schedule of Values)
• Order and track delivery of 3rd party materials; Create/maintain project BOM (Bill of Materials),
• Oversee site construction, managing schedule and subcontractors to customer and internal requirements.
• 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 groundwork.
• Coordinate all construction activities with local and state agencies with regards to permitting and licensing.
• Attend company and client status meetings.
• Provides communication on milestones, on time delivery, and general updates to leadership and project management/service delivery resources within the Crown Castle organization
• Ensure that all jobs are maintained in a project tracking system with complete accuracy.
• 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.
• Act as Crown Castle safety observer and Quality Assurance representative while at the site ensuring compliance with Crown Castle safety program and related workmanship practices.
• 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 Crown Castle construction standards, processes, and procedures.

Education/Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2-year technical degree or equivalent work experience
• A valid driver's license required

Experience/Minimum Requirements

•  One (1) to three (3) + years construction experience, one (1) to three (3)+ years direct telecommunications Small Cell Construction experience with three (3) years of supervisory contractor construction experience preferred
• Knowledge of Telecommunications Outside Plant Construction techniques (aerial & underground, and Small Cell Construction) preferred
• Familiarity with test equipment and techniques for performing Grounding and Bonding Tests, RF Sweep test, OTDR, Optical Power Meter and Passive Intermodulation (PIM) testing preferred
• Working knowledge and use of the IKE Tool system preferred.
• Working knowledge of NESC, NEC and OSHA standards preferred, has previous OSHA 10 training preferred.

Expectations

• Preference will be given to candidates with BSCE, or equivalent work experience
• Excellent organizational/administrative skills
• Strong project management skills with attention to details
• Strong interpersonal skills with a high level of integrity
• Strong Computer Skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Visio, Word and PowerPoint) skills
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic problem-solving environment
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills
• Basic telecommunications construction experience/knowledge
• PMP certification a plus
• A positive attitude and desire to deliver exceptional results for our customers.
• Personal commitment to safety, integrity, and continual professional development

Organizational Relationship

Reports to:  Manager Network Construction

Title(s) of direct reports (if applicable):  N/A

Working Conditions: This role falls into our hybrid work model working in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.  On Mondays and Fridays, teammates on the hybrid schedule will have the option to work from the office or home.  There is an expectation of collaboration with teammates and stakeholders for moments that matter that could require travel. 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Construction