WIRELINE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
Telecommunications | Infrastructure
Spruce Grove, Edmonton, AB
$130-$150K based on experience, + Bonus, + Competitive benefits, + Truck & Gas Card, Full-time Permanent
 
Our rapidly growing exciting EPC client is offering an opportunity to join them to lead on their large wireline project. This role calls for an experienced Construction Manager who is well versed in the nuances of the telecommunications industry sector, knowledgeable in drilling and ploughing, enjoys a variety of tasks, is entrepreneurial at heart and wants to advance their career and project portfolio.  If this is you, keep reading!
 
ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our client is growing and well established EPC within the telecommunications industry across Canada.  They boast an incredible industry reputation, and they are expanding their operations and projects.
 
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
In this role you will be responsible for successfully delivering wireline design and building projects. You will oversee Team Leads, Site Supervisors and Foreman to ensure that the work is completed safely, on time, within budget, and to a high-quality standard.
 
The Wireline Construction Manager also oversees budgets, schedules, and overall project delivery. You will provide leadership to strategically manage risk, monitor project health, and ensure each phase of work is started or completed on time.

• Understanding construction methods to place telecommunications services, locating, and various fiber optic cable placement services.
• The ability to conduct and assist in internal audits to determine compliance with procedures, controls, and applicable laws or regulations. 
• Payroll hours review and cost management. 
• Business case analysis / Job verification. 
• Performance Management tracking. 
• Job support, including customer interaction and public interaction. 
• Ability to read and understand construction prints. 
• Understands utility locates and ensures public and network safety. 
• Extensive knowledge of equipment operation, including directional drills, drilling locating systems, backhoes, excavators, trenchers, fiber plows , pull cats and fibre blowing / pulling operations.
• Is deeply familiar with telecommunications OSP and ISP facilities. 
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot problems. 
• Monitor builds progress, oversee finance, and ensure project quality. 
• Escalate issues to the Manager Operations promptly. 
• Making strategic decisions and providing leadership and direction to the project teams. 
• Meeting with clients, stakeholders, and project managers to report on project progress regularly and
• building strong working relationships while ensuring client satisfaction. 
• Develop cost-effective plans to enable practical project completion, including project close-out. 
• Managing risks to avoid delays or reputational damage. 
• Ensuring permits and all construction work packages are secured before project execution. 
• Coach and mentor project teams through project performance, performance reviews, one-on-one meetings, and constructive feedback. 
• Understand and implement The company’s Health and Safety guidelines, including participating in audits, developing crisis management plans, etc. 
• Be a safety leader and champion by rolling out new safety processes and tools and setting a great example of a positive safety culture. 
• Ensure and promote a safe working environment for all employees.

 
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Technical Diploma and/or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant telecommunications wireline construction experience.
• Must have a solid understanding of the nuances of telecom OSP/ISP builds and an in-depth knowledge of what it takes to build or upgrade a wireline network.
• Ability to participate in the planning and overall management of a project schedule.
• Understand construction documents and ensure they are complete; protect the owner's and WesTower’s interests; clearly define expectations; and provide incentives to perform.
• Knowledge of construction project costs and budgets.
• Ability to build a strong team-oriented and HSE-conscious culture at work.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

 
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Work with a fast growing company and dynamic progressive leadership team
• Competitive compensation and benefits plan
• Continuous Professional Development & Advancement Opportunities

 
Please apply directly if you feel like you are the right candidate and are excited about this excellent opportunity!  Please note that only those candidates selected will be contacted for an interview. 
 
Keywords:  Telecommunications Infrastructure, Wireline Construction, Fiber Construction, Alberta Construction Jobs, Edmonton Construction Jobs, Construction Manager Jobs, Telecommunications Drilling, Civil Construction, Wireline Construction Projects, Telecommunications Construction Projects
 
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