Pre-Con Manager (AZ)- Telecom

Full-time

Description

Company Overview:

Founded in 2016, RLM Underground has established itself as a leader in underground telecom construction throughout the Midwest. Fueled by rapid growth, the company has evolved into a full-turnkey telecommunications contractor, expanding its construction capabilities and operational scope. RLM has since broadened its geographic presence with offices in Kansas, Kentucky, Illinois, Florida, Texas, and Michigan, while continuing to focus on supporting regional and smaller telecommunications providers across these markets.

Position Overview:

RLM Underground seeks a Pre-Construction Manager to oversee all planning, estimating, and coordination activities prior to the start of telecom infrastructure projects. This includes fiber optic networks, cell towers, small cell deployments, and related civil works. The role bridges the gap between business development, engineering, and construction teams to ensure projects are scoped accurately, budgeted effectively, and scheduled realistically.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with sales, engineering, and project management teams to define project scope and technical requirements.

Work with Business Development to create detailed cost estimates, bid packages, and preliminary schedules for telecom construction projects.

Review site surveys, utility maps, and permitting requirements to identify risks and constraints.

Coordinate with production crews, subcontractors, and vendors to obtain competitive pricing and availability.

Lead constructability reviews and value engineering efforts to optimize design and cost.

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including permitting and environmental requirements.

Prepare and present pre-construction deliverables to clients and internal stakeholders.

Support the transition from pre-construction to active construction by briefing field teams and ensuring continuity.

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: Based on experience and will include bonuses for performance and meeting deadlines.

This position comes with a company-provided truck, fleet fuel card, laptop, phone stipend, and per diem allowances for meals and lodging when travel is required. RLM also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as group term life and voluntary AD&D coverage.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications:

10+ years of experience in telecom construction, with at least 2 years in a pre-construction role.

Strong understanding of telecom infrastructure (fiber, wireless, small cell, DAS).

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, including the capacity to engage with all levels of an organization.

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.