Senior Manager, Construction (Project Management)

SBA Communications is a leading independent owner and operator of wireless communications infrastructure, including towers, buildings, rooftops, DAS and small cells. We offer a competitive benefits and compensation package and are looking for team members who will thrive in our dynamic environment.

We welcome your interest in SBA. Let us know a little about you by checking all that apply:

• You are a self-starter.
• You are resourceful and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• You have a strong work ethic.
• You are passionate and driven to achieve results.
• You are a team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment.
• You continuously challenge yourself to find innovative ways to improve.

You may be a perfect fit. At SBA, we operate with the highest sense of integrity and commitment to quality. We focus on achievement and operate with responsiveness, timeliness and accountability. Our culture of excellence incorporates working collegially, where every team member can contribute meaningfully and make a difference.

If you are ready to make an impact, join our team!

Your Next Career Opportunity – Senior Manager, Construction

Manage the assigned Field Office for construction activities of telecommunication sites. Plan, direct, organize and deploy resources to most effectively complete work through coordination with the Area Construction Director. Position includes operational and financial responsibility for assigned geographic area. Support all field personnel in managing the construction or installation activities of quality telecommunication sites for commercial deployment of services on an expedited schedule. Responsible for assisting field personnel interface with site customer representatives, subcontractors and internal crew personnel. Coordinate with Project Control Managers to control job budgets and ensure proper documentation of all construction activities.

What You Will Do – Primary Responsibilities

• Manage all financial responsibility for respective construction field office.
• Direct staff to ensure construction is performed in a quality and timely manner in accordance with plans, specifications, budget, and customer's expectations
• Develop new and nurture existing client relationships and ensure complete satisfaction with day-to-day operations.
• Assist with the resolution of customer issues as required.
• Ensure quality construction is being performed within established budget and schedule while retaining customer standards of performance.
• Maintain and enforce all SBA safety / quality practices and OSHA guidelines.
• Ensure all databases are up to date.
• Develop and Build Subcontractor Base.
• Read and understand site status reports, site plans, tower drawings, and grounding plans. Interface on an as needed basis with customers and subcontractors.
• Train and facilitate good communication between construction supervisors, customer representatives, subcontractors, and internal personnel.
• Ensure that construction supervisors are coordinating logistics and effectively scheduling subcontractors and internal crews.
• Ensure all appropriate building permits, NTP(s), and lease status approvals have been received prior to initiating construction.
• Work closely with Area Construction Director and Project Controls Managers to ensure proper WIP management and forecast adjustments.
• Maintain the Fleet of vehicles and equipment assigned to your area by ensuring that company vehicles and equipment are being properly operated and maintained and that equipment calibration, DOT log books, and various other requirements are met.
• Review and approve time sheets, expense reports, invoices, purchase orders and change orders.
• Identify negative budget variances, and implement corrective actions to prevent the same occurrence on future projects. Notify Area Construction Director immediately upon identifying jobs/projects, which cannot be performed within budget.
• Notify Area Construction Director of staffing and equipment needs.
• Immediately report any vehicle accident or workplace injury to company safety representative, human resources, and manager.
• Must be able to work extended hours as required to include evenings and weekends.
• Perform other related duties as required to ensure a safe workplace, quality construction and timely completion of each project.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Work with Talent Acquisition to recruit, interview, select, hire, and employ a talented and diverse group of high performing team members.
• Provide oversight and direction to team members in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures.
• Coach, mentor and develop team members, including overseeing new team member onboarding and providing career development planning and growth opportunities.
• Empower team members to take ownership of their job and goals. Delegate responsibilities as needed and provide routine constructive feedback on performance.
• Create a culture that is consistent with the organization's focus on team member engagement and that aligns with the organization's mission, vision and values.
• Lead team members using a performance management and development focused approach to assist in goal setting, two-way feedback, and performance development planning.
• Lead team members to meet the organization's expectations for productivity, quality, and goal accomplishment.

What You'll Need – Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of study or H.S. Diploma/GED and equivalent work experience;
  • and 5-10 years cell tower construction management experience, including first-hand knowledge and understanding of “brick and mortar” construction.
  • and 3-5 years management experience.

• Domestic Travel
• Valid Government Issued Driver's License

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Frequently
• Lifting Occasionally (70lbs)
• Carrying Occasionally
• Pulling Occasionally
• Climbing Occasionally
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Occasionally
• Kneeling Occasionally
• Crouching Occasionally
• Reaching Occasionally
• Handling Occasionally
• Grasping Occasionally
• Feeling Occasionally
• Talking Frequently
• Hearing Frequently
• Repetitive Motions Frequently
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Occasionally
• Extreme cold Occasionally
• Extreme heat Occasionally
• Humid Occasionally
• Wet Occasionally
• Noise Frequently
• Hazards Frequently
• Temperature Change Occasionally
• Atmospheric Conditions Frequently
• Vibration Frequently
• Precarious Heights Occasionally

In our efforts to maintain a safe work environment for our team members and the general public, all applicants who receive a conditional job offer for employment in a position classified as safety sensitive will be required to take and satisfactorily pass a drug test.

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