Construction Manager

American Tower

. Administer, coordinate, and oversee field-based construction activities on assigned projects within a defined geographic region .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,500 - $126,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing wireless site construction projects, including budgeting, compliance with safety regulations, and effective communication across various functional groups. Proven ability to troubleshoot issues and ensure project timelines are met while adhering to American Tower Master Construction Specifications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Wireless Site Construction ManagementBudget Development and Financial AnalysisRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeStrong Communication SkillsProject Risk Management

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Hard Skills

Construction ManagementBudgetingSite Design CoordinationProgress MonitoringUtility CoordinationEstimatingSafety ComplianceConstruction SpecificationsNetwork DeploymentCivil Construction

Soft Skills

Strong Organization SkillsEffective NegotiationProblem SolvingCollaborationPrioritization

Industry Keywords

Wireless Tower IndustryCiting and ConstructionZoningTenant and Ground LeasesUtility Easements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer, coordinate, and oversee field-based construction activities on assigned projects within a defined geographic region
Work with all levels of employees on construction projects
Manage budgets, schedules, vendors, site designs, material ordering, progress monitoring, site utility coordination, and closeouts
Develop estimates to be used as budgets for new site development and capital improvement projects
Execute field team operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable safety and regulatory requirements, standards, and protocols
Ensure all product lines are constructed within American Tower Master Construction Specifications
Meet project timelines and deliver quality products
Identify potential risk issues and collaborate with the manager on preventative action plans
Troubleshoot, negotiate, and mediate client or subcontractor problems or complaints at site level
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Four-year college degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or Planning or equivalent work experience in the wireless site development industry required
Minimum of 5 years of work experience in wireless site construction and/or other construction-related disciplines such as civil or building construction required
Strong working knowledge of all aspects of the wireless tower industry, including citing and construction, engineering, zoning, tenant and ground leases, utility easements, and regulatory compliance preferred
Demonstrated knowledge in managing wireless site construction through prior experience with either network deployment projects or construction management responsibilities
Sound financial analysis and budgeting skills
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Approximately 80% travel may be required
Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively
Ability to work with different functional groups and levels of employees to effectively and professionally achieve results
Strong organization skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Annual equity award
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Healthcare coverage
401(k) savings plan
Paid time off
Company holidays
Sick leave
Parental leave
Employee Assistance Program focused on mental and financial wellness