Construction Project Manager - DISH

Company Summary:

DISH, an EchoStar company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products and now we are building America’s First Smart Network™.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Mobile and Gen Mobile.

Department Summary:

Surpassing network limitations of the past, our Wireless Development organization is building the country’s first cloud-native, standalone 5G wireless network. This is the foundation of a connected world flexible enough to satisfy all the social, economic and transformative needs of today and the future.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Construction Manager will be located in the market and responsible for coordination with subcontractors for the buildout of that market area. The Construction Project Manager will work with the radio frequency team, site acquisition, zoning and operations to ensure that the best possible sites are being built to meet the company's cost, quality, and timelines.

Primary responsibilities:

• Develop strategy for awarding construction vendors, considering cost, crew availability, and quality.
• Accurately forecast construction tasks to ensure timely downstream delivery.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure efficient construction deliverables across multiple departments (Site Acquisition, RF, Transport, etc.).
• Coordinate site walks, inventory, permit closeouts, and synchronize power deliveries with construction activities.
• Review/redline zoning and construction drawings, approve tasks, and ensure processing of POs, invoices, and adherence to scope.
• Report project status to management and maximize cost efficiency within the settled budget.

Skills, Experience and Requirements:

As a  successful Construction Project Manager, you will have:

• 4+ years of wireless construction management experience.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Flexible, innovative, and able to manage multiple projects in time-critical settings.
• Strong communication skills with a results-focused management approach.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management, staff, and vendors.
• Experience with fiber, power companies, and coordinating site walks and meter sets.

Benefits:

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits.

 

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. 

 

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

 

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

Salary Range:USD $72350.00 - $103400.00 / Year