Construction Project Manager

Construction Engineer - Bloomington, MN

Work Type: Hybrid (2 days in office)

Location: Bloomington, MN (Preferred)

Schedule: In-office on Tuesdays & Wednesdays

Job Description

We are constantly innovating to bring the latest technologies to our customers, and you can be part of this team. As a Construction Engineer in Wireless Construction, you will be responsible for building and maintaining America’s largest and most reliable cellular network. You will manage a variety of internal and external partners and vendors to oversee construction and maintenance for a regional network of cell site projects. Your role will ensure that these multi-stakeholder, complex projects are delivered on time, to specifications, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to establish project designs, scope, deliverables, and timelines.
• Develop and maintain detailed schedules for each project, managing scheduled tasks with outside vendors, including major milestones, action items, and long-lead purchases.
• Analyze schedule changes and take corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Provide regular project status reports to management and project teams.
• Coordinate and oversee RFQ issuance and evaluate responses, providing detailed analysis and recommendations.
• Manage regional network projects related to new 4G/5G Macro Construction, cell site modifications, expansions, reconfigurations, and system upgrades.
• Work closely with Real Estate, Equipment Engineers, and Facilities Engineers to proactively identify and resolve construction issues.
• Collaborate with vendors, including General Contractors, A&E firms, and Construction Management firms, ensuring compliance with VZW standards and local codes.
• Facilitate weekly planning sessions with key stakeholders and regional Operations Managers to define scope, track action items, and resolve issues.
• Issue purchase orders using PeopleSoft/Quick Bid and manage cost estimation, budget tracking, and cost accounting of capital plans.
• Review close-out packages to ensure projects meet quality standards and scope requirements.
• Manage regional monthly cell capital plan, ensuring spending accuracy and performing monthly reconciliation.
• Process service purchase orders and ensure timely invoice payments per federal and state regulations.

What We’re Looking For

You excel at managing complex, large-scale projects with multiple stakeholders. You have a keen eye for detail but never lose sight of the bigger picture. You are results-driven, well-organized, and can identify and mitigate project roadblocks effectively. Strong communication and team-building skills enable you to negotiate successfully with internal and external partners. You thrive in a fast-paced, high-demand environment, making decisions quickly and juggling competing priorities with ease.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
• Three or more years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in project and process/program management.
• Proficiency in budget tracking, cost estimation, and capital planning.
• Telecom Construction experience.
• Strong computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of Ericsson/Nokia/Motorola and DC plant design.
• Understanding of fiber installation and industry standards.
• Experience in the telecommunications, data networking, or wireless industry.
• Experience with 4G/5G Macro Cell implementation.
• Results-oriented mindset with a strong sense of urgency, proactiveness, and flexibility.
• Ability to manage a heavy workload, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to quality and teamwork.