Construction Manager
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value reflecting essential project oversight responsibilities but requiring significant fieldwork.
- Key role in overseeing construction projects
- Strong demand for experienced professionals in this field
- Opportunity for diverse project management responsibilities
Pros
- Strong industry demand for construction project managers
- Opportunity to lead complex projects and coordinate with multiple stakeholders
- Company commitment to safety and proper regulations
Cons
- Fieldwork can be physically demanding
- Project oversight may require long hours
- Frequent travel and on-call work can disrupt personal life
Who it's for
Mid-senior level • Mainly onsite (Illinois)
Good fit
- Mid-senior level construction managers with relevant experience
- Project management professionals in the construction industry
- Candidates seeking roles with leadership responsibilities
Not recommended for
- Entry-level candidates without construction knowledge
- Those unwilling to handle physically demanding tasks
- Individuals looking for primarily office-based positions
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Description:
Administrator Construction Manager
This position is responsible for overseeing OSP Construction activities performed by clientcontractors. The Administrative Construction Manager is responsible to ensure contractor-produced work meets or exceeds quality standards and that projects are completed per design and within the allocated budget. This position requires strong communication skills, verbal and written, as projects will need to be coordinated with State and/or local municipalities as well with other utilities or departments. The Administrative Construction Manager ensures contractor compliance with State, local, and company requirements while working within the public ROW or utility easement. This position requires strong teamwork with the client Construction Supervisor as well as the client OSP Engineer. This position requires teaming cross-functionally with departments such as Logistics, Contract Administration, ISP Engineering/COE, and Project Management. This position also supports sales, marketing, operations, and regulatory as well as other duties assigned by the Manager or Director of Engineering.
Responsibilities:
Familiarity with permitting requirements- Work Zone Protection (WZP) and Traffic Control plans (TCP)
Project Scheduling- meet project timelines
Project Inspections- pre and post
Material Management
Utilize the JIM process as necessary
Ensure accurate reporting- invoicing/timesheets
Maintain accurate records- asbuilts
Attend pre-construction meetings
Monitor project expenditures for accuracy and budget requirements
Plant Damage investigation and reporting
Required Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of OSP Construction Standards and Practices
Strong knowledge of OSP Unit Descriptions and SSP contracts
Strong knowledge of State, Local, and Company standards for Safety
Minimum five years of combined Outside Plant construction and splicing experience
Physical requirements include the ability to work out of doors in inclement weather, extended driving, and lifting and carrying of moderately heavy objects
Candidates must be willing to work overtime, be on-call periodically for nights and weekends and work as required to accomplish goals and objectives
Overnight travel may occasionally be required
Valid driver's license is required
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
