Construction Manager III

Role Description

GCI's Construction Manager III will be responsible for leading multiple concurrent projects from conceptual development through final construction following project management methodology. Supports the Construction and Implementation team within the Technology Solutions department and the company’s internal and external customers and business units. Manages a wide variety of projects, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Required to coordinate materials, equipment, teams, and manage contractors.

• Contract and oversee outside consultants and contractors, manage internal resources, and coordinate with agencies and property owners.
• Attend coordination and progress meetings; make regular trips to sites during construction including bid walks, preconstruction walks, in-progress site visits, punch walks, and construction closeout.
• Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules, including traditional Gantt and PERT charts, etc.
• Define and create project scope of work (SOW) & bill of materials (BOM).
• Determine, coordinate, and oversee procurement of materials and necessary equipment for project scope.
• Order and manage the delivery of power and backhaul.
• Maintain and ensure accurate and complete documentation of projects.

Qualifications

• A combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor of Science in engineering, management, business, telecommunications, or related field.
• Minimum six (6) years professional construction management, project management, and/or engineering experience to include developing project budgets and schedules.
• New Hires: NCTI Course – “Project Management” enrollment within 90 days and course completion within 6 months of hire.
• Internal Promotion from Construction Manager II to Construction Manager III: NCTI Course – “Project Management” completed.

Requirements

• Certified Construction Management (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Telecommunications experience.
• Logistics and procurement experience.
• Other telecom industry or job specific certifications.

Benefits

• This position requires driving a company-owned vehicle, company provided vehicle, or a personal vehicle on behalf of the company to various company facilities.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, a satisfactory driving record, and successfully complete Defensive Driving course.
• Must be able to drive when in remote communities and operate ATV-style vehicles if necessary.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Work is primarily sedentary, requiring daily routine computer usage.
• Majority of work is performed in Alaska with projects in both urban and rural areas where indoor and outdoor work may be required.
• Position requires travel to remote locations within the state of Alaska in both large and small aircraft for site surveys, meetings, and contract management/inspection purposes.
• Lodging may include tents, outbuildings, or equipment rooms without plumbing.
• Ability to work shifts as assigned, work in standard office/home office setting, and operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to accurately communicate information and ideas to others effectively.
• Physical agility and effort sufficient to perform job duties safely and effectively.
• Safely move, transport, position, install, remove, and maneuver equipment and supplies of up to 50-pound loads occasionally.
• Ability to make valid judgments and decisions.
• Available to work additional time on weekends, holidays, before or after normal work hours when necessary.
• Must work well in a team environment and be able to work with a diverse group of people and customers.