Construction Project Manager – Cellular Towers
Our client is a well-established, high-growth player within the broader connectivity ecosystem, delivering solutions that underpin critical operations for both private industry and public institutions. With multi-year build plans across the Desert Southwest, they need a seasoned Construction Project Manager to keep parallel sites on schedule, under budget, and fully compliant. You will enjoy a mostly home‑office schedule, quarterly performance bonuses, and a clear path to permanent hire—all while shaping connectivity that protects communities and powers 5G growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, schedule, and execute multiple greenfield and modification tower projects, allocating crews and materials for on‑time, on‑budget delivery.
- Own project P&L, track costs daily, reconcile invoices, and secure approvals for out‑of‑scope work before execution.
- Direct all phases from foundation to antenna integration, enforcing OSHA, RF, and ANSI 10.48 standards, and driving a zero‑incident culture.
- Serve as the single point of contact for carrier stakeholders, providing clear progress reports and securing formal acceptance at close‑out.
- Leverage industry PM platforms (dashboards, real‑time crew apps, material portals) to maintain transparency and data‑driven decision making.
- Identify risks early, craft practical solutions, and champion lessons‑learned sessions to raise the bar every build.
Skill Set & Qualifications
- 5+ years of wireless tower construction experience with at least 2 years leading projects.
- Proven budget management and vendor‑coordination skills across simultaneous sites.
- Working knowledge of carrier ordering systems, close‑out documentation, and quality punch processes.
- Proficiency with MS Project or similar scheduling tools plus cloud‑based collaboration suites.
- Valid driver’s license; ~10% regional travel for milestone site walks and quarterly team meetings in Carlsbad, CA.
- OSHA 30 (or ability to obtain) and strong understanding of RF safety.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities for executive and field audiences alike.
What Success Looks Like
- All projects delivered on or ahead of schedule with ≤ 2% budget variance.
- Zero recordable safety incidents across managed crews and subcontractors.
- Positive client NPS scores and repeat work authorizations for expansion markets.
- Company‑paid mileage, travel, and per‑diem for approved site visits.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision options upon conversion to permanent.
- Laptop, mobile stipend, and full suite of project‑management software licenses.
About Blue Signal
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