Construction Manager-Wireless Towers

Overview

We're looking for an experienced Construction Manager to oversee wireless tower construction projects — including new tower builds, collocations, modifications, and equipment upgrades — from Notice to Proceed (NTP) through project closeout. This role manages tower crews and subcontractor partners in the field, ensures compliance with carrier and industry safety standards, and keeps projects on schedule and on budget across multiple active sites. Experience with Verizon Mods and NSD a plus.

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

• Plan, schedule, and oversee wireless tower construction activities, including new builds, collocations, antenna/RRU swaps, and structural modifications
• Manage tower crews and subcontractor partners day-to-day, including staffing, productivity, safety compliance, and quality of work across multiple concurrent job sites
• Coordinate with site acquisition, engineering, and RF teams to ensure construction aligns with approved construction drawings (CDs) and RFDS (RF Data Sheets)
• Serve as the primary field point of contact for carrier project managers, GCs, and tower owners on assigned sites
• Track job costs against budget across sites, identify variances early, and report status to project and operations leadership
• Ensure compliance with NATE, ANSI/TIA-222, OSHA, and carrier-specific safety and construction standards, including fall protection, rescue plans, and RF safety awareness
• Verify crews maintain required certifications (Competent Climber/Rescue, OSHA 10/30, authorized climber documentation) and equipment inspections are current
• Conduct site audits and punch-list walks to confirm construction quality and close-out readiness
• Coordinate civil/foundation work, grounding, compound construction, and site access requirements alongside tower erection and equipment installation
• Manage subcontractor onboarding requirements relevant to each job (COIs, safety qualification packages, MSAs)
• Support timely close-out documentation, as-builts, structural analysis compliance, and invoicing hand-off
• 4+ years of experience in wireless tower construction, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory or construction management capacity
• Working knowledge of tower erection, rigging, collocation, and antenna/RRU installation methods
• Familiarity with ANSI/TIA-222 structural standards, NATE best practices, and OSHA safety requirements for tower work (including fall protection and rescue planning)
• Ability to read/write in English and interpret construction drawings (CDs), RFDS, structural analyses, and site acquisition documentation
• Experience managing multiple crews/subcontractors and job budgets across several active sites simultaneously
• Comfortable coordinating both tower-erection scope and civil/foundation scope on the same project
• Proficiency with standard office and reporting tools (Excel required; project/job tracking software a plus)
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to job sites regularly (frequent travel expected)
• Provide your own active smart phone with the ability to install and support apps as needed for customer and KCI support.
• Strong communication skills — comfortable interfacing directly with carriers, tower owners, GCs, and internal leadership
• Local to the market
• Must be able to read/write and communicate in English.

Preferred:

• Prior experience as a Competent Climber or tower crew foreman before moving into construction management
• Experience with DAS, small cell, or in-building wireless projects in addition to macro tower sites
• OSHA 30 and/or NATE certification

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. 

Qualifications

Education and/or Skills Required:

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience with a high school diploma/GED or minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Ability to understand construction plans, specifications, and procedures.
• Possess the ability to read, write, and communicate fluently.
• Work effectively as a team member
• Ability to establish strong working relationships with various stakeholders.

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to maintain required certifications.

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.