Construction Manager II

• ACCOUNTABILITY- Takes ownership for actions, decisions, and results; openly accepts feedback and demonstrates a willingness to improve.
• BASIC PRINCIPLES - Interacts with people in a way that builds mutual trust, confidence, and respect; adheres to GCI’s Code of Conduct for Employees – the Basic Principles.
• COLLABORATION - Works effectively with others to accomplish common goals and objectives; maintains positive relationships even under difficult circumstances.
• Ability to effectively negotiate to seek and resolve conflicts for win-win scenarios.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with and maintain amiable working relationships with customers, contractors, utilities, enforcement agencies, general public, and other departmental personnel.
• Ability to effectively relay technical information and concepts, both verbally and in writing, to customers, contractors, utilities, and departmental personnel with varying degrees of technical knowledge.
• Ability to translate information in drawings, blueprints, specifications, spreadsheets, as-builds, etc. to others.
• Must be comfortable speaking in public and group settings.
• Meeting Management: successfully plan, schedule, facilitate, keep discussions on course, and ensure that meetings achieve the desired outcomes.
• Ability to lead, manage, and work within a team and set the vision effectively.
• Knowledge of applicable state, federal and local codes and regulations pertaining to design, construction, and maintenance of wireless communications facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to administer contracts; evaluate work in progress; manage and direct craft personnel and contractors.
• Must be able to effectively manage project scheduling, project finances, and control costs to ensure project delivery is within cost constraints.
• Demonstrated Risk, Contract, Quality, and Task Management
• Ability to utilize and comprehend Computer Aided Drafting computer system products.
• COMMUNICATION- Conveys thoughts and expresses ideas appropriately and professionally.
• COMPLIANCE - Follows internal controls; protects confidential information; abides by GCI’s Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrates commitment to service excellence; gives high priority to customer satisfaction.
• RELIABILITY - Consistently follows through on assigned tasks as expected; demonstrates timely attendance at meetings, training, and other work obligations.
• RESULTS - Uses a combination of job knowledge, initiative, sound decision making, innovation, adaptability, and problem solving.
• SAFETY & SECURITY - Supports a safe work environment by following all workplace safety rules and guidelines; complies with applicable Security policies and procedures.
• Proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to complete job duties effectively, such as using the company intranet and to accurately retrieve and input information into database or equivalent (e.g., Concur, Smartsheet).

Additional Job Requirements:

This is a mid-level position requiring the ability to work independently while performing moderately complex and diverse duties under deadlines and operating constraints. Must be capable of performing the role of “Construction Manager” for smaller, less complex projects. Must have a comprehensive understanding of company operations, functions, and business philosophy. Requires ability to make and implement routine operational decisions.  Manages a wide variety of projects, ensuring all targets and requirements are met and projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: *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 of four (4) years professional construction management, project management, and/or engineering experience to include developing project budgets and schedules. *
• New Hires: NCTI Course – “Managing Real World Projects”enrollment within 90 days and course completion within 6 months of hire.
• Internal Promotion from Construction Manager I to Construction Manager II: NCTI Course – “Managing Real World Projects” completed.

Preferred:

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

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:

• 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.

• 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.
• Virtual workers must comply with remote work policies and agreements.
• Drug Testing: Participation in a DOT or non-DOT drug and alcohol testing program may be required to satisfy conditions of a contract or proposed contract with a business partner or client. This includes pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return to duty, and follow-up testing.
• Fitness For Duty: Ability to pass a pre-employment or return to work physical and fitness for duty examination may be required to satisfy conditions of a contract or proposed contract with a business partner or client.