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Job Summary
Responsible for directing all Construction activities in support of new plant construction, rebuilding and existing plant upgrades. Works with Construction Managers to provide direction and guidance necessary to develop budgets for and allocate appropriate funds for new builds, rebuilds, upgrades and other construction efforts. Responsible for Design, Construction, Fiber Construction, Planned and Emergency Restoration, Utility Relations and Project Management.
PLEASE NOTE:
This position covers Tennessee, South Virginia, Charleston (NC), and Savannah (GA) areas.
Travel to these locations is required.
Must be able to support a 24-hour team.
Job Description
Core Responsibilities
Establishes and maintains recommended construction standards and practices.
Oversees work activities of installation, site survey, trouble call and construction coordination of commercial customers.
Aligns performance metrics to support the achievement of business, department and team goals. Works closely with division and region staff to ensure consistency and accuracy in reporting, measuring and monitoring new build and commercial opportunities.
Negotiates pricing; executes and manages the On-Target/Dig-Safe contracts to guarantee the most fluid network underground plant protection operating procedures and the best financial pricing for each region within the division.
Works closely with Corporate/Legal to ensure that all contractors/vendors meet all Company guidelines for Certificate of Insurances and Company Master Agreements.
Leads and directs the Division Design Center team. Ensures accuracy of all plant design.
Directs/Oversees all projects within the region.
Works with commercial lead to develop and execute overall strategies that will support both residential and commercial initiatives.
Practices and ensures Company safety policies and procedures are followed.
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Highly Preferred Skills/Experience:
Strategic Oversight & Stakeholder Management Aligning project execution with business goals, and acting as the primary liaison with owners, engineers, agencies, and community.
Team Leadership & Organizational Management Leading cross-functional teams, resolving conflicts, cultivating high-performance culture, and developing future leaders.
Risk Management & Problem-Solving Identifying site risks, adapting rapidly to challenges, implementing mitigation plans, and ensuring timeline adherence.
Communication & Collaboration Strong verbal ad written communication to coordinate suppliers, subcontractors, executives, and regulatory
Adaptability & Flexibility Ability to pivot smoothly in response to changing scope, logistics, or market dynamics.
5-10 years of experience in telecommunications management.
Employees at all levels are expected to:
Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
Drive results and growth.
Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.
Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.
Disclaimer:
This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Skills:
Contracts; Change Management; Safety Policies; Project Management; Construction; Capital Budgeting; Strategic Leadership
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That?s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality ? to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary (https://jobs.comcast.com/benefits) on our careers site for more details.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.
Relevant Work Experience
10 Years Job Family Group: Field Operations
