Construction Relationship Manager

The Construction Relationship Manager works with all of the Construction Managers to help oversee the jurisdictional relationships associated with our construction and activities of all assigned fiber construction projects. The duties of a Construction Relationship Manager will vary; however, this role can expect to be responsible for keeping a pulse on the sensitivity of the jurisdiction (municipality, county, township, state, etc) we are operating within and working with the Construction Managers to ensure all procedures and requests from the jurisdictions are followed.  This position also works with the local Construction Manager to ensure the safety and compliance of the site.

Reports To:                Director of Construction Management

Department:               OSP Construction

Job Status:                Exempt

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with jurisdictional entities including municipalities, counties, DOT, and other agencies.
• Work with permitting team to secure permits efficiently while ensuring we adhere to any requirements.
• Coordinate approvals, ensure regulatory compliance, resolve bureaucratic issues swiftly, and serve as the primary liaison to keep projects on track.
• Communicate daily with relevant project managers regarding progress on assigned sites
• Provide feedback to internal team around concerns with jurisdictions to head off construction delays or shutdowns

• Attending construction meetings
• Communicate with the public as necessary regarding construction concerns pertaining to their property (i.e. lawn damage)
• Walk potential construction sites to ensure the feasibility of fiber designs and identify possible challenges
• Tracking project progress in project management tools as appropriate.
• Ensuring quality standards are met
• Following the project timeline to ensure deadlines are met
• Monitoring and ensuring on-site safety compliance, cleanliness and orderliness
• Maintaining records for site personnel
• Liaising with inspection authorities regarding approvals

Qualifications

Qualifications

• 5 years of civil construction management or permitting experience preferred
• Proficiency in CAE and CAD applications preferred
• Proficient with taking and uploading digital photographs
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and to operate heavy equipment
• Ability to interpret and build according to drawings, specifications and other documents
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding organizational skills