In-Building Solutions DAS Construction Manager

The Construction Manager

leads fast paced

DAS and / or BTS projects

• . The Construction Manager executes job plans by coordinating and scheduling assignments, coordinating the materials logistics, crews, and tools required to complete projects on time and within budget. Frequent communication and proactive planning to both internal and external customers. A key team position to coordinate all efforts to satisfy customer expectations.

Responsibilities

Reports to the Operations Manager and coordinates to lead teams remotely at a project site.

Strong knowledge of DAS, Small Cell, RF cabling, fiber optic installations, and related infrastructure.

Experience working in venues such as hospitals, commercial buildings, stadiums, airports, and campuses.

Ability to coordinate, implement, and complete multiple projects at the same time

Assemble and install communication

equipment iDAS, oDAS, BTS,

repeater systems and other

Ability to problem solve and develop solutions on site to ensure projects are moving forward

RF tools (e.g., iBwave, RF Vision, PIM / Sweep testers)

Ability to demonstrate expertise in at least one

DAS proficiency (cabling. Fiber, BTS / HE, conduit / electrical)

Working knowledge of test equipment including PIM testing, sweep analyzers, circuits, OTDR and signal generating sets (as it pertains to your job field)

Working knowledge of test gear software for analyzing test results

Troubleshooting skills to handle trouble tickets, alarming, and maintenance activities

Collaborate with other workers in order to locate and correct malfunctions

Perform daily safety meetings, JSA’s, tool box meetings and ensure a safe working environment for crews

Prepare and distribute regular performance and status reports as required.

Material Management

Conduct site surveys, quality checks and job audits.

Customer support, including : interfacing with the customer, providing guidance on problem resolution, insuring on time customer service, and maintaining a strong customer relations.

Understands, adheres to, & promotes the Environmental, Health & Safety policies of AFL Telecom.

Qualifications

10+ years’ DAS Construction management experience with in-building distributed antenna systems (IDAS)

Associate’s degree in related field required or a minimum of five years equivalent experience in a similar technical management position

Extensive relevant technical experience to include fundamental understanding of

iDAS, oDAS, BTS, repeater systems and other related systems.

Familiarity with business concepts related to the use of information technologies and networking in all aspects of business and organizational operations for the achievement of business / operating objectives

Think critically and problem solve

Handle confidential / sensitive information with discretion

Good judgment

Organizational skills

Knowledge of Telecommunications industry

Exceptional written and verbal communications skills

Current industry-related licenses and certifications preferred

Hands On Installation / Construction Experience Required

PIM – Passive InterModulation Testing and Troubleshooting with Kaelus or similar.

Fiber – Corning Certification preferred – Ability to train others how to install, splice and test fiber optic cable including OTDR review from EXFO, Fluke, VIAVI or similar.

Coax Cable Connections – Ability to train and mentor others on proper techniques for coax cable connectorization. Experience with JMA Compression Connectors preferred.

Electrical Knowledge – Must have basic knowledge of electrical code and Low Voltage and High Voltage power designs including breakers, power meters, etc. to manage subcontractors.

Must be able to pass a drug test and background screening (no misdemeanor or felony convictions).

A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and a minimum of 1 years driving experience.

Ability to use MS Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) for reporting.

OSHA10 Certification Required, OSHA30 strongly preferred.