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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Construction Manager, Telecom - **Company:** TAK Communications Inc. - **Location:** Manitowoc, WI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $85,000.0 - $125,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Custom Software, Microsoft Office, Computer Network Operations, Coax - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Apply/4471895 ## About the Role * 5+ years of total telecommunications construction experience including experience in a supervisory/leadership role * Knowledge and prior work experience in telecom construction industry - coax splicing, fiber splicing, directional drilling, map reading, etc. * Knowledge and experience with aerial and underground construction * Practical knowledge of Network operations and associated inventory for both RF and fiber networks * Experience in estimating, bidding projects and change-order preparation * Able to travel throughout regional market to various projects as needed (+/- 90% annually) * Problem-solving and like to troubleshoot problems as they arise in the field * Embrace the challenge of coaching and mentoring your team * Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn custom software * Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills * Professional demeanor * Must possess the capacity to learn, adapt to change, and become proficient quickly * Ability to manage stress, exercise self-control, adhere to company policies and uphold the mission of the organization * Ability to work a flexible schedule with varied hours; some evenings and weekends as needed * OSHA 10 certification a plus * Must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver's license is required if the role involves driving * Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen) ## Description We are seeking an experienced telecom Construction Manager to work in the WI area (Manitowoc, Fond du Lac, Williams Bay) but also be willing to travel to oversee projects across the TAK network across the US if needed. The Construction Manager will provide management and strategic direction for construction projects and teams across a regional footprint., * Manage daily construction activities across multiple projects * Supervise construction crews and subcontractors to ensure quality, compliance, and schedule adherence * Travel throughout regional market to various projects as needed (+/- 90% annually) * Conduct site walks, pre-construction meetings, safety audits, and closeout inspections * Coordinate closely with permitting, engineering, real estate, and logistics teams to keep projects on track * Track project milestones using company provided tools * Coordinate material deliveries, equipment staging, and access logistics * Support the Director of Construction in maintaining project budgets and schedules * Serve as an on-the-ground escalation point for field issues; collaborate on resolution strategies * Communicate project status, risks, and needs clearly to leadership and clients * Ensure all work is performed in accordance with company safety protocols and applicable state regulations * Document and verify completion of punch lists, redlines, and closeout packages ## Related Videos - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Creating games to make the web fun again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1237-creating-games-to-make-the-web-fun-again) - [Product discovery techniques developers should know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1009-product-discovery-techniques-developers-should-know) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [The day the chatbot asked for sudo](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100038-the-day-the-chatbot-asked-for-sudo) - [Launching a marketplace on-time: A lesson in taking shortcuts using spreadsheets!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/477-launching-a-marketplace-on-time-a-lesson-in-taking-shortcuts-using-spreadsheets) ## Related Articles - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The CAMARA Project: How Telcos Collaborating Improves Developer Experience](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/671-the-camara-project-how-telcos-collaborating-improves-developer-experience) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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