Network Construction Manager

Network Construction Manager

Pay Rate: $50 Per Hour
Location: Seattle, WA 98109
Duration: 03/30/2026 – 03/26/2027
Schedule: 40 hours per week
Travel: Up to 50% (local field visits 2–3 days per week)

Position Overview

The Network Construction Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of wireless network construction projects including vendor coordination, site construction management, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role supports projects involving Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), small cells, and related fiber infrastructure deployments.

The position requires strong field construction experience and the ability to manage vendors, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout the construction lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and influence decisions for program and project managers related to construction activities.

• Participate in vendor selection and contractor management.

• Attend deployment and customer meetings as a construction subject matter expert.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders and vendors.

• Conduct site visits including bid walks, pre-construction walks, progress inspections, punch walks, and project closeout.

• Provide direction to contractors performing site preparation and construction activities.

• Monitor construction costs and negotiate vendor pricing to ensure projects remain within budget.

• Identify and resolve construction issues in the field to maintain project timelines.

• Ensure all construction activities comply with company standards, processes, and safety policies.

• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure proper project closeout procedures.

• Track project status in project management systems.

• Act as a safety and quality assurance representative during site visits.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of telecommunications or wireless construction experience

• Experience with small cell deployment and construction within public right-of-way (ROW)

• Familiarity with node construction and telecom construction drawings

• Strong vendor management experience

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints

Technical Knowledge

• Outside Plant (OSP) construction methods (aerial and underground)

• Fiber installation and telecom infrastructure construction

• Testing equipment and techniques including:

  • RF Sweep testing

  • OTDR testing

  • Power meter testing

  • Passive Intermodulation (PIM) testing

• Knowledge of NESC, NEC, and OSHA standards

Education & Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Valid driver's license required

• Ability to travel to local field sites regularly

Additional Details

• Fully remote role with frequent local field visits in the Seattle area

• Occasional out-of-state travel (1–2 times per year) for team meetings

• Reimbursable expenses include:

  • Cell phone

  • Internet

  • Mileage to and from field locations