Construction Manager II-OSPArkansas, USA ● North Little Rock, AR, USAReq #1807Tuesday, August 6, 2024Windstream Holdings, Inc., is a leading provider of advanced network communications and technology solutions for consumers, small businesses, enterprise organizations and carrier partners across the U.S.
As Kinetic, Windstream offers bundled services, including premium broadband, security solutions, voice, and digital TV to consumers through an enhanced fiber network.
Windstream Enterprise is a leading managed services provider providing strategic communications and security products to mid-size businesses and enterprise clients.
Windstream Wholesale provides high-capacity, high-performance networking solutions and services to other telecom carriers, data centers, content providers and enterprises.
The Windstream team provides innovative software and network solutions to connect people and empower business in a world of infinite possibilities!About the Role: The OSP Construction Manager II has overall responsibility for the coordination of design, permitting, material acquisition, construction and tie-in of outside plant construction projects and programs. The employee will monitor all aspects of the project and expedite or escalate as appropriate to achieve the cost, quality and schedule goals for the project. The OSP Construction Manager will make recommendations to management regarding ways to get the project back on track to meet cost, quality and schedule goals. What You’ll Do:
Conceptual development and budget management of projects and programs (route development, estimate costs, plan projects, schedule projects, and mapping)
Identify pole ownership, right of way and permit requirements for proposed routes
Communicate with city, county and state permitting agencies
Work with private property owners such as individuals and railroad companies to secure easements and licenses
Work with telephone companies and private building owners to secure building entrance approval and installation of building entrances
Develop construction bid documents and bid analysis
Recommend contractors and contract negotiations
Complete and secure city, state and county permit applications
Complete pole attachment applications and pole line make ready review
Monitor contractor progress, contractor quality inspection, and timely turnover of assigned projects
Monitor and ensure SSP (Single Source Provider) on track to meet service level agreements
Summarize potential solutions and make logical recommendations to management
Read and interpret construction documents, i.e.; prints and plans as well as splicing diagrams that are used in the splicing of fiber optics
Review preliminary construction prints from right-of-way authorities and determine potential conflicts; attend utility coordination meetings and construction progress meetings as needed
Do you have?
Strong and effective technical communication skills, both verbally and written.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word and Outlook
Ability to be a self-starter, able to work with little guidance
Ability to work in a self-directed work group, work easily with others and be a team player
Ability to analyze problems and priorities and make decisions
A love of solving problems and building solutions
A college degree in Engineering or similar discipline and/or 2+ years technical experience
Even Better:
CAD/E, Microstation, AutoCad or other similar design programs
Previous Outside Plant Construction Manager experience
Experience with working with city, county and/or State agencies
Management of Contractor experience.
Minimum Requirements: College degree in Engineering or a related field and 2-4 years professional level experience; or 6+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required. This is a safety sensitive position. Physical Tasks - Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting Continuously: 67-100% Driving: Car: Frequently: 34-66%| Climbing: Occasionally: 0-33%|Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33%| Pushing – Pulling: Occasionally: 0-33%| Carrying: Occasionally: 0-33% | Reaching Above Head: Occasionally: 0-33% Lowering >1-15lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% |>15-30lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% |>30lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% Repetitive Hand Action : >Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | >Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66% |Operate Foot Control: Frequently: 34-66% Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100%| Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% |Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%| Depth Perception: Occasionally: 0-33% | Color Discrimination: Continuously: 67-100% Equipment Used in Job Performance/Working Environment: Computer, Printer, Fax, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier, Vehicle Exposures to: Cold: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heat: Occasionally: 0-33% | Dampness: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heights: Occasionally: 0-33% | Vibration: Occasionally: 0-33% | Skin Irritants: Occasionally: 0-33% | Lung Irritants: Dust: Occasionally: 0-33% | Fumes/Gases: Occasionally: 0-33% Types of Driver’s License Required : Driver’s License IND456#LI-BL Our Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
401K Plan
Health & Flexible Savings Account
Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
Educational Assistance Plan
Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance
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Windstream CIB Statement: Connecting people in a world of infinite possibilities. Windstream cultivates a workplace culture where innovation and belonging are the cornerstones of our success. We are dedicated to empowering every member of our team to contribute their unique talents and perspectives, fostering an environment where creativity and innovation flourish. Together, we strive to build a more welcoming and connected future, both within our organization and in the broader community we serve.Our Employee Resource Groups:
WinVets – Veteran Employee Resource Group
WOW – Women Employee Resource Group
WINPRIDE – LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group
WBPN – Black Professional Resource Group
WARG – Ability Resource Group
LaFamilia –Hispanic Resource Group
AAPI - Asian American Pacific Islander Resource Group
Windstream is an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans. The diverse voices of our employees fuel our innovation and our inclusive culture. Employment at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Windstream, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Windstream with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Windstream’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email CORP.HRlegal@windstream.com as soon as possible for information on Windstream’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements. Other details
Job FamilyEngineering
Job FunctionOutside Plant
Pay TypeSalary
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Arkansas, USA
North Little Rock, AR, USA
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