Vice President - Construction and Engineering (Telecommunications)

Vice President - Construction and Engineering (Telecommunications)

Trisian-Global Consulting LLC is currently recruiting for a highly skilled and experienced Vice President - Construction and Engineering (Telecommunications)  to work on-site in Little Rock AR, Rogers AR or Jonesboro AR .  As the Vice President - Construction and Engineering (Telecommunications) , you will be responsible for the planning, design, and construction of new fiber optic networks for new and existing markets. This individual has responsibility for upgrades to existing HFC and copper networks as well. Reporting directly to the CTO, the VP drives strategic initiatives, optimizes operations, and leads a high-performing team to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in accordance with industry standards.  The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the telecommunications industry, a strong background in construction management, knowledge of fiber network planning and engineering principles, and a proven track record of delivering large-scale fiber deployment projects.

Key Responsibilities :

• Work closely with CTO and other senior executives to define the company's infrastructure goals.
• Provide strategic leadership to construction and engineering departments to develop and implement construction plans that align with the company's overall business objectives.
• Lead and mentor a team of construction and engineering managers, promoting a collaborative and results-driven environment.
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets, implementing appropriate spending controls, and providing reports and metrics as required to track financial performance ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
• Identify and mitigate risks such as budget overruns, project delays, and safety incidents, etc. to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget while meeting or exceeding quality and safety standards.
• Negotiate and manage relationships with contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure high-quality work at competitive rates. Monitor performance to ensure compliance with contract terms and deadlines.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all construction-related matters with internal stakeholders, including engineering, operations, and executive leadership teams.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including local government officials, regulatory bodies, and community leaders.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by implementing innovative strategies, tools, and processes that enhance efficiency, quality, and safety in construction.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in construction and engineering management within the telecommunications sector.
• Travels to project areas, customer sites, business related meetings or events as required.

Qualifications :

Education and Experience :

If you are a motivated and experienced telecommunications construction / engineering leader with experience managing large-scale, complex fiber deployment projects, we encourage you to apply for this position. As follow up to your application, please send your resume directly to agresko@trisian-global.com for immediate review.