Construction Manager

CED Systems is seeking a full-time Construction Manager (CM) to join our expanding team. The Construction Manager will oversee day-to-day field operations for wireless infrastructure projects, including macro sites, small cells, DAS, and 5G deployments. This role involves managing subcontractors, vendors, and crews across multiple job sites, ensuring all work aligns with project plans, codes, and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in telecom construction, permitting, and site development, with the ability to proactively manage timelines, budgets, and quality control.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day field construction operations for wireless telecom projects.

• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, vendors, crews, and inspectors on multiple job sites.
• Ensure projects adhere to plans, specifications, codes, and company standards.
• Monitor construction timelines and budgets, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee site preparation, permitting, material delivery, and equipment installation.
• Conduct site walks, audits, and quality control inspections.
• Ensure all work complies with OSHA, FCC, and local safety and regulatory requirements.
• Interface with landlords, municipalities, utility companies, and internal teams (RF, site acquisition, engineering, general contractors, etc.).
• Track project milestones using construction management software.
• Generate regular reports on project status, risks, and resource needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field (preferred, or equivalent experience).
• 3–7+ years of experience in wireless telecom construction management (macro sites, small cell, DAS, 5G preferred).
• Working knowledge of wireless technologies and infrastructure (e.g., LTE, 5G, fiber backhaul).
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, zoning codes, and telecom permitting processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and construction tracking software.
• OSHA 10/30 certification required (or ability to obtain quickly).
• PMP, CM-Lean, or related certifications a plus.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel to job sites as needed.

Work Environment

• Field-based with regular travel to active construction sites.
• Occasional office-based work for planning, meetings, and reporting. 

• Full Time W2 Employment
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• PTO and Casual Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Paid training time and certifications
• Multiple Employee discount programs
• Career Growth

Additional information

CED Systems is an equal opportunity employer. CED Systems prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.