Director, Construction Field Ops - Corporate Field Operations

The Director of Construction is responsible planning, developing, coordinating, and implementing outside plant communication construction plans. This role oversees team efforts through all phases of construction projects which includes establishing new project objectives, schedules, budgets, process, and training. The role contributes technical and procedural expertise and provides direction across network system development, upgrade, and expansion company wide.

Candidates must be able lead teams to complete projects from conceptual development through final construction implementation, ensuring all targets and requirements are met and completed utilizing the proper tools for tracking and reporting. This includes managing budgets, guiding project teams, communicating with program stakeholders, and coordinating all phases of a construction project. This posting has been extended beyond the initial anticipated closing date.

Ensures accurate tracking of residential and commercial construction projects.

Implements and enhances consistent construction practices in the development of a reliable and high performing HFC platform.

Ensures Construction QC program complies with corporate standards.

Ensures a high degree of cross functional communication in line with commercial business and field operations.

Ensures all construction projects are completed on-time and within budget, with regard to project costs and budgeted miles and passings.

Authorize company expenditures related to construction activities.

Assist in preparing annual budget.

Ensure effective workflow processes are in place to maintain database accuracy, including as-built changes, restoration activity, and new extension as-builts.

Evaluate/oversee as-built mapping and database updates for existing deployed infrastructure.

Serve as Regional expert on optical fiber technology, including best practices related to installation and restoration, wavelength management, fiber count management, and spare fiber management.

Support Region/MAs with strategic planning/execution of OSP projects. Interface with ISP team and derive recommend best procedures for overall OSP project success.

Responsible for acting as a subject matter expert to field operations as requested.

Responsible for a large geographic area away from the MA office or responsible for multiple states

Required Qualifications

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Understanding of HFC Network design and operating principles including coax, fiber, and RF in both forward and return path
Technical knowledge of CATV plant and fiber optic construction, including drafting procedures, layout and design, permitting and make-ready requirements, aerial and underground construction practices, internal wiring specifications as well as an understanding of building materials and structures
Knowledge of aerial and underground construction specifications and practices
Knowledge of MDU/Apartment prewire and post-wire construction specifications and practices
Ability to handle various tasks simultaneously, organize and schedule work, prioritize commitments, make decisions and work effectively under project deadlines
Extensive knowledge of OSHA, NESC, FCC and Industry Standard rules, regulations, and specifications
Advanced budgeting and financial management skills and experience
Strong business planning and forecasting skills
Strong analytic, organizational, and problem solving skills
Strong team and relationship building skills
Proven leadership and mentoring skills
Ability to analyze data and develop and present data driven reports
Proficient in the use of PCs, including database management, E-mail, and spreadsheets

Required Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

required Related Work Experience and Number of Years

Construction experience - 8-10

Management experience - 5+

Preferred Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

Project Management Experience

Experience with all types of telecommunications construction practices and techniques, including FTTH, coax, material management, and training.

Working Conditions

Office environment with up to 30% travel
Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record

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