Construction Manager

Unite Private Networks (UPN) is searching for a dynamic and experienced Construction Manager to work within our Little Rock, AR market.

Role Overview :

The Construction Manager plans, directs and coordinates activities pertaining to the daily operation of the outside fiber plant to include estimating, engineering, permitting, contracting, designing and maintenance of new fiber optic network build projects and existing fiber facility relocations.

Responsible for design and development of complex outside plant (OSP) equipment installations, modifications and upgrades.

Ensures fiber splice records, network topography records and fiber mapping and as-builts are accurately tracked in corporate inventory systems.

Works closely with other carriers, engineering firms, local / state agencies and building owners / landlords on new building adds and relocations.

Position also requires the capability to manage subordinate personnel. From project qualification and design through punch-list and close-out, the Construction Manager will ensure that projects are completed to client and internal specification, on time, and within budget.

This role will provide emergency response support for network outages and restoration coordination.

Required Qualifications :

• Minimum of five (5) years technical experience working in Engineering, Construction, or Operations.
• Must have knowledge of utility construction in one or more of the following areas : aerial installation, underground installation, or fiber splicing.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent job experience
• Excellent computer skills working in the Microsoft office suite, Google Earth (KMZ), EBS, Site Tracker, M4 / CV fiber mapping, WFM, and ICMS.
• Strong understanding of OSHA rules; National Electric Safety Code (NESC) requirements; and Federal, State (DOT / DOH), and local (municipality) regulations.
• A safe driving record.
• Proven project management skills with ability to effectively manage multiple projects in various geographical areas.
• Technical expertise in fiber optic systems and construction methods.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.

About United Private Networks (UPN) :

Unite Private Networks (UPN) provides fiber-optic communications infrastructure services to schools, governments, carriers, data centers, hospitals, and enterprise business customers.

Service offerings include dark and lit fiber, private line, optical Ethernet, Internet access, FiberVoice, DDoS Protection, SD-WAN, and other customized solutions.

UPN currently serves over 300 communities across 21 states, with 12,000 fiber route miles and 9,500 end customer sites. UPN is also one of the largest providers of fiber WAN services to K-12 school districts in the U.

S, serving more than 250 school districts, connecting nearly 2 million students. Headquartered in the Kansas City, MO metro area, UPN has been providing customer-focused communications solutions since 1998.

Benefits Overview :

Unite Private Networks (UPN) offers a very robust benefits package to our full-time employees, some of which include :

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) match
• Tuition and gym reimbursements
• Vacation / PTO, paid holidays, floating holidays
• Volunteer days, parental leave

Salary is commensurate upon education and experience. Qualified candidates interested in this opportunity should submit their cover letter and resume.

UPN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.