Logo
Global Technical Talent

Global Technical Talent is hiring: Construction Manager in Atlanta

Global Technical Talent, Atlanta, GA, US, 30383

Save Job

Primary Job Title:
Construction Manager

Alternate/Related Job Titles:
  • Wireless Site Construction Manager
  • Telecom Construction Supervisor
  • Field Construction Project Manager
  • Wireless Infrastructure Manager
  • Site Development Project Manager
Location:
Atlanta, GA
Onsite Flexibility:
Hybrid

Contract Details:
  • Position Type: Contract
  • Contract Duration: 12 months
  • Start: 09/15/2025
  • End: 09/14/2026
Job Summary:
The Construction Manager (CM) will join the Site Development organization at American Tower, supporting the delivery of new assets, customer service programs, capital improvements, and redevelopment projects across the company's U.S. portfolio. This role oversees and coordinates field-based construction activities, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, budgets, and schedules while serving as a key partner to cross-functional stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage budgets, schedules, vendors, site designs, and progress tracking for assigned projects.
  • Develop accurate project estimates for new development and capital improvements.
  • Execute operational procedures to maintain safety and regulatory compliance across sites.
  • Ensure construction meets American Tower's Master Construction Specifications and quality standards.
  • Proactively identify potential project risks and implement preventative plans.
  • Troubleshoot, mediate, and resolve subcontractor or client-related site issues.
  • Coordinate utility installations, material orders, and site closeout activities.
  • Provide consistent project status updates and maintain stakeholder communication.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
Required Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or Planning
    OR equivalent work experience in the wireless site development industry.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in wireless site construction or related fields such as civil or building construction.
  • Knowledge of wireless tower industry including siting, construction, zoning, tenant/ground leases, and utility easements.
  • Prior experience managing wireless network deployment projects or construction management responsibilities.
Nice-to-Have Experience:
  • Financial analysis and construction budgeting skills
  • Prior exposure to American Tower construction standards or similar telecom environments
Required Skills:
  • Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities in fast-paced settings
  • Effective written and oral communication skills for cross-functional engagement
  • Sound decision-making with risk prevention mindset
  • Ability to travel up to 80% as required
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with subcontractor negotiations and client mediation
  • Regulatory compliance knowledge in wireless infrastructure projects

Benefits:
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund

About the Client:
A global REIT specializing in wireless and broadcast communications infrastructure with over 180,000 communication sites worldwide, including 41,000+ properties in the U.S. and nearly 139,000 internationally. The company also operates U.S. data centers and provides leasing services for towers and data infrastructure assets.

About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!

Job Number: 25-25351
#gttjobs #LI-GTT #LI-Hybrid