Sr Construction Manager

Overview

MasTec Communications Group is a leading national infrastructure construction company operating throughout the United States.

MasTec Communications Group performs both wireline and wireless communication services on a national scale. We are experts in cell tower construction, RF engineering, broadband fiber optic cable installation, OSP engineering, wireline construction, and emergency maintenance services.

At MasTec you’ll be joining a family, where we are dedicated to supporting each other and building an atmosphere of teamwork. As part of our team, your opportunities are limitless.

*Must have FTTH and underground construction management experience

Responsibilities

As a Sr. Construction Manager, you will oversee all phases of outside plant (OSP) utility construction for a variety of telecom projects, including fiber builds, coax upgrades, and greenfield infrastructure. You will lead construction crews and subcontractors to deliver high-quality, on-time, and on-budget projects in a safety-driven environment.

You are a proven leader in telecom construction who thrives on solving problems in the field, mentoring teams, and partnering with leadership to drive performance and long-term growth.

You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you're up for the challenge.

In this role, you will:

• Lead all field activities related to OSP telecom construction, including underground and aerial work, directional drilling, fiber/coax splicing, permitting, and restoration.
• Provide day-to-day direction to internal crews and subcontractors; schedule work, monitor performance, and ensure quality standards are met.
• Partner with executive leadership to develop scalable and sustainable construction practices across regions.
• Drive safety and quality standards across all job sites; reinforce company-wide safety culture.
• Monitor project timelines and budgets, ensuring milestones and customer expectations are met.
• Identify and resolve field issues, design conflicts, and build constraints in real time.
• Participate in pre- and post-construction meetings; review scopes of work, redlines, and closeout documentation.
• Manage vendor relationships, including quotes, work orders, change orders, and invoice approvals.
• Interface with customers to resolve escalated issues with professionalism and urgency.
• Support hiring, training, and coaching of field teams; mentor foremen and supervisors.
• Contribute to estimates, bids, and project financial reviews as needed.

Qualifications

About You:

• 8+ years of experience managing telecom/utility construction projects, with strong leadership skills.
• Hands-on knowledge of fiber and coax splicing, directional drilling, map reading, and utility locating.
• Experience managing multiple crews and subcontractors across diverse projects.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and budget tracking.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning internal project management systems.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel to job sites.

Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort:

Salary Guidelines: $80,000-$95,000/yr + company truck

Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Red Wing Boot Voucher

Health and Wellness

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family and medical leave
• Bereavement leave

We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let’s talk. Build your career with MasTec!

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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