Special Projects Construction Manager at Cable East, Inc.

Statham, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Field Operations Oversight, Utility Construction, Telecom Projects, Crew Leadership, Subcontractor Management, Safety Compliance, Quality Control, Project Scheduling, Scope Management, Site Inspections, Performance Oversight, Stakeholder Management, Progress Reporting, Logistics Management, Reading Drawings, Safety Regulations

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Description The position of Special Projects Construction Manager is a regular full-time, exempt managerial role that is responsible for overseeing daily field operations for specialized utility and telecom projects. This position will lead multiple crews and subcontractors, maintain safety and quality standards, and ensure projects are completed on time, to spec, and within Company and customer expectations. This position has multiple direct reports, works out of the Statham, Georgia office and reports directly to the assigned Project Manager. This position works a schedule of 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. This position will have frequent travel around the state of Georgia to conduct field-based inspections at various job sites and meet with current & prospective customers. As a condition of employment, this position may be required to work extended hours including evenings, weekends and holidays as operational business needs require along with overnight travel to other job sites or scheduled out of town travel dependent on project scheduling. Responsibilities Project Execution & Field Oversight: Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to customer specifications. Manage aerial and underground utility construction in line with plans, safety rules, and schedules. Coordinate with the Project Manager on scheduling, resources, progress tracking and both project changes & scope adjustments. Conduct site inspections for quality, safety, and environmental compliance. People & Culture: Provide leadership and direction to aerial and underground utility crews and subcontractors, providing direction, training, and performance oversight. Promote a culture of Safety First and ensure adherence to Company, customer, local, state, and federal safety regulations. Develop, mentor, and evaluate direct reports to ensure workforce readiness and professional growth. This leadership role is expected to champion and support all Company policies, procedures, and Values, while holding employees accountable to them. Client & Stakeholder Management: As directed, attend all client and stakeholder project meetings and provide status updates. Foster professional communication with customers, project managers, and internal leadership regarding status, risks, and project needs Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and local officials, maintaining professional communication and resolving escalated issues. Communication & Reporting: Proactively request materials, equipment, and support services as needed. Maintain daily reports, crew time approvals, bore logs, photos, and progress reports & performance metrics. Join coordination calls and lead weekly site meetings when needed. Utilize project tracking tools and documentation systems to report progress and issues. Perform other duties as assigned. Position Requirements Formal Education & Certification: Completion of a High School Diploma or attainment of a General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D). Valid Class C license with no restrictions and a clean driving record. Class A CDL license is preferred. Knowledge & Experience: 3+ years of experience in fiber or coax splicing, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role. Knowledge of underground and aerial utility construction practices. Experience in scheduling multiple crews and field logistics management. Able to read and interpret drawings, permits, and specs. Familiar with DOT, OSHA, and industry safety regulations. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project tracking tools. Preference given to applicants with either OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification. Qualifications & Characteristics: Ability to read and interpret engineering documentation, fiber prints, and splicing records. Applicants must be able to wear personal protective equipment (“PPE”) when on job sites or other locations as directed. Ability to lift, carry, and move materials up to 50 pounds without an accommodation. Ability to stand, walk, and work in warehouse, yard and outdoors jobsites for up to a 12-hour shift. Ability to climb ladders, telephone poles and work at heights when providing directed training. Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Professional communicator, able to manage relationships with both internal leadership and external customers. Flexible and adaptable to unique project demands and rural conditions. Work Environment: Ability to work outdoors with exposure to outdoor conditions, heights, confined spaces, and active equipment under varied weather conditions that include humidity & seasonal temperature changes. Equal Employment Opportunity: Cable-East, Inc. (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination against any employee or applicant seeking employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law. This job description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to accurately reflect the activities and requirements of the position, but duties may be added, deleted, or modified as necessary. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Responsibilities

This managerial role is responsible for overseeing daily field operations for specialized utility and telecom projects, leading multiple crews and subcontractors to ensure timely completion according to specifications and expectations. Key duties include managing aerial and underground utility construction, conducting site inspections for compliance, and providing leadership and mentorship to direct reports.