KGPCo Hiring for Senior Construction Manager – OSP Virtual Hiring Event Job at Burlington, KY Full Time

The Senior Manager OSP Construction directly manages and oversees all aspects of multiple OSP construction and maintenance programs, within the assigned geographic or customer territory, from conception to completion. This includes: development of OSP construction programs and oversight of each program’s organization, scheduling, implementation and completion; material and equipment management; budget management; and responsibility to collaboratively work with and support others contributing to OSP construction program, whether employees or external vendors. This position is responsible for managing Supervisors OSP Construction, other direct reports as assigned, and for overseeing performance by vendors.

What You’ll Do:

• Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems as part of overall OSP programs.
• Prepare and submit performance requirements, material needs, timing information, budget estimates and other operational documents in support of KGPCo proposals and quotes.
• Prepare proposals and quotes.
• Evaluate construction methods and determine cost-effectiveness of plans.
• Schedule OSP construction programs in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines.
• Study OSP construction program specifications to determine appropriate construction methods and needs.
• Obtain necessary permits and licenses.
• Manage and track inventory, materials and equipment including program inventory, tools, vehicles, equipment and supplies.
• Determine labor requirements and engage with Human Resources to recruit, hire and/or re-assign employees to ensure adequate staffing levels are met.
• Direct and supervise OSP Construction Supervisors.
• Select, coordinate and oversee vendors that complete specific pieces of OSP construction programs, such as tower crews, line crews, splicing crews, subcontractors, staff augmentation providers, landscapers, painters or plumbers.
• Meet contractual conditions of performance set by customer.
• Monitor budget and input data for systems to prepare progress and cost tracking reports for internal and external use.
• Monitor OSP construction progress, make adjustments necessary to meet deadlines, specifications, building codes, safety codes and other applicable regulations and input data for systems to prepare progress reports for internal and external use.
• Investigate damage, accidents, emergencies and delays; determine and take action to mitigate impact.
• Confer with employees, vendors, customers, owners, architects and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
• Be familiar with KGPCo safety and quality programs and manage OSP construction programs according to applicable safety requirements.
• Monitor programs to be sure site safety inspections are conducted and ensure safety and quality guidelines are followed by employees and vendors.
• Regularly and continuously review the work progress for each OSP construction program.
• Analyze, manage and mitigate risks.
• Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques.
• Hire full-time and temporary laborers to contribute to each program.
• Possess valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Travel requirements vary by program, can be up to 50%.
• Other duties, as assigned.

What You’ve Done or Skills You Possess:

• 7 years OSP construction management experience or equivalent combination of education, training and other experience.
• Prior management experience required.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office suite of programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to manage multiple programs at once with no decline in customer service or quality control.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent planning, organizational, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of construction management processes, products, means, methods, rules, regulations and quality standards.
• Competent in conflict and crisis management.
• Excellent time and budgetary management skills.
• Capable of interfacing well at all levels within a large organization and customer base.
• Capable of interfacing well at all levels within a large organization and customer base.
• Exhibit personal power and leadership
• Exhibit self-awareness
• Exhibit a tendency for continuing education and self-improvement
• Exhibit enthusiasm and determination
• Exhibit industry awareness
• Exhibit exceptional organizational skills
• Exhibit the ability to live the KGPCo Values
• Ability to travel as the project requires

KGPCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Technical requirements

After signing up, you will be sent an email with instructions on how to connect.
Please be prepared to join the virtual interview from a quiet place using a desktop or mobile device with a working speaker, microphone, and camera. Check to see if your network connection can support an online session. A plugged in ethernet cable or a strong WiFi network signal will help avoid time delays during your conversation.

What to prepare

• Share your Resume when you VIRTUALLY sign up to interview

Preferred dress code

Casual (come as you are, but please be presentable)

About KGPCo

KGPCo is a key strategic partner to the world’s leading communication and technology companies creating the next generation of networks. By uniquely combining Network Services and Supply Chain Solutions to build, optimize, and maintain networks, our team’s unmatched expertise enables our customers to navigate today’s challenges, implement tomorrow’s innovations, and build the future. KGPCo OneTouch™ provides a single source for everything from design and architecture to production and sourcing to installation and support. From ground to cloud, KGPCo is the only company in the industry that offers a complete range of solutions and an integrated approach to build, optimize, and maintain networks. To learn more visit KGPCo.com

What is a virtual interview?

Virtual interviews help employers connect with job seekers when they are not in the same physical location. Since hiring is a human process, employers would like to talk with you online (chat, video or phone) to see if you meet the requirements for the job.