Telecommunications General Manager

Company: Nisqually Communication Services
Location: Olympia
Posted on: May 9, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Telecommunications General Manager (Construction) Reports to MCEC Chief Operating Officer Summary/Objective The Communications general manager will plan and supervise fiber optics construction projects in the technical communications field using effective communication, scope determination, estimating, negotiation, scheduling, tracking, subcontract management, document control, and forecasting of costs and profitability. Manage teams of professionals from different disciplines and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Develops strategic relationships for continued business development. Leads the formulation of comprehensive proposals in conjunction with team members and various functional groups. Leads the estimating team to develop project budgets and price estimate using standard models. Leads other business development associates in developing project plans, defining roles and responsibilities and the scope of work for each project with input from sponsors, project leaders, principal investigators, and functional groups. Draft the narrative that ties the project components together and package and assist in presenting the proposal to the sponsoring agency. Communicate back to internal groups the outcome of the negotiations/proposals focusing on conveying the expectations set forth for each group, i.e., clear details, critical timeframes, and expectations. Collaborate with the operations finance group to evaluate project performance and to recommend/implement refinements and improvements of all components of operations. Collaborate with the operations finance group to develop annual budgets, monthly financial statement, and track/monitor cash flow. Track and report on the status of all proposal components providing excellent oversight and management to bring the projects to successful completion. Establish and maintain on-going client relationships with the various parties to anticipate and resolve potential problems. Participate in site visits. Develop and participate in activities needed to support the management functions of the team. Prepare reports and presentations to ownership ensuring transparency of operations successes and shortfalls. Maintain liaison with local community, industry organizations & regulatory bodies to stay abreast with such groups who impact upon the business Ensure compliance requirements are met including implementation of MCEC guidelines, completion of required training, and monitoring compliance. Proactively manage safety and health initiatives to continuously improve performance and promote the highest level of safety in the fiber optic and construction business Develop and implement strategic plans and goals for growth. Other duties as assigned. Competencies Budget Development & Procurement Building Collaborative Relationships Business Acumen Client Focus Cost Management & Profitability Decisiveness Developing Others Negotiation & Dispute Resolution Strategic Thinking Supervisory Responsibility Supervision of construction, project engineers, field staff, project administration including construction accounting positions. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Hours may vary based on business needs. Travel Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel to attend meetings at jobsites, with clients and for trainings. Required Education and Experience Bachelor---s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical, Communications Engineering Degree or Business Management Degree. Minimum of seven years--- experience in Construction Management with a focus on commercial, industrial and government projects from initial programming through construction completion. Minimum of five years--- experience in Project Management. Working knowledge of Communications Industry as it pertains to the construction of infrastructure related activities below ground and aerial. Experience using Microsoft Office including Excel and Outlook, Construction and Estimating software programs. Valid Drivers License and satisfactory driving record. Preferred Requirements Experience as an estimator. MBA

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