Construction Project Manager - Gateway Fiber

Job Title:         Construction Project Manager

Location:         Greater Minneapolis – St. Paul, MN

Start Date:       Immediate

About Gateway:
Gateway Fiber is seeking an outstanding individual to fill the role of Construction Project Manager.  Gateway Fiber is a locally owned and operated internet service provider on a mission to positively impact communities through better internet. As data requirements for residences and businesses continue to expand, Gateway is creating a leading, national fiber-to-the-home platform to serve this critical unmet need. Gateway provides faster, more reliable internet with a simple pricing model and industry-leading customer service. 

Gateway’s Beliefs About People:
Gateway believes that people want to know they are cared for both professionally and personally at work.  We need a clear vision for where the company is going and how we can contribute to it.  At Gateway, we lookout for each other and actively find ways to help one another.  We all have a role in defining the path forward towards the company's vision.  We strive for a transparent environment where information is readily shared and our teams feel safe to share feedback, even if it might seem unpopular.  Someone in the right role with the tools to succeed can operate autonomously to meet their objectives.  Gateway's beliefs about people shape the company and the way we do business.

Expected Outcomes and Requirements:
With Gateway’s rapid growth comes aggressive plans for construction of Gateway’s network as the company looks to triple the size of its current network of serviceable homes and businesses. Gateway is hiring a Construction Project Manager to develop and manage its construction management capabilities to deliver the highest quality projects on-time and within budget.  The Construction Project Manager is expected to contribute in the following significant ways:

• Lead multiple large scale network build projects worth more than $50M in annual value to Gateway’s existing markets and into new markets across the country.
• Develop integrated project plans for all of Gateway’s development projects working closely with Gateway leadership and construction partners.
• Be a leader within the organization who ensures appropriate resourcing, construction activities, and contractor ownership are in place to complete builds on-time.
• Serve as primary day-to-day liaison with Gateway’s construction partners.
• Track daily progress versus plan, escalating key obstacles and resource needs to ensure projects are delivered on-time.
• Lead weekly meetings with Gateway leadership and construction partners to review project plans.
• Deliver insightful operational analysis and reporting that provides clear measurement of performance versus goals.
• Manage weekly invoice verification process for construction billings.
• Quantify and communicate a project’s material needs to ensure material is available to meet build timeline and budget.
• Ensure permits and easements required for construction are secured.
• Develop processes and capabilities for this function that could be implemented in new geographies as Gateway expands nationally.

The successful candidate will bring the following to the table:

• Ability to lead through influence and balance needs of numerous stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead through influence.
• Strong follow-up skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, PowerPoint and in a project management software application such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheets.
• A minimum of an associate degree in a related field is required; a four-year degree and/or additional certification or academic schooling preferred.
• 3 Year's in project management in construction, utilities, or another field.
• OSP experience is highly preferred for this role.

What's in it for you?

• Seeing your work make a positive difference in the lives of our served communities
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time-off, flexible environment).
• Locally owned, friendly, innovative company with high growth projections.
• Career development.
• To learn skills and participate in critical projects in all areas of the business.

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