Construction Manager

Company Overview
Founded in 2016, RLM Underground is a rapidly expanding telecommunications contractor specializing in both underground and aerial telecom construction projects across the United States. Renowned for delivering full-turnkey infrastructure solutions, RLM has grown its operational capacity to serve a diverse range of clients—from local Telco providers to complex national networks. With established offices in Central Kentucky and Central Illinois, the company continues to strengthen its geographic reach and commitment to building reliable, future-ready communications infrastructure coast to coast.

Position Summary:

RLM Underground seeks a motivated and experienced Construction Manager. The CM will be responsible for construction sites, employees, and crew safety. The CM must be experienced in underground telecommunications construction and management. The goal is to ensure that all customer needs are being met. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversees construction sites to ensure a high level of quality and safety.
• Responsible for customer and homeowner relations.
• Assists customers and homeowners with complaints and restoration concerns.
• Guarantees that all work is performed in accordance with approved documents and procedures.
• Ensures that the project is completed in a timely, efficient, and safe manner.
• Lead and direct ground crews daily.
• Develops redline and daily reports.
• Responsible for procurement at jobsites, including straw, seed, cutters, shovels, batteries, tarps, paint, etc.
• Monitors schedule updates.
• Maintains cleanliness of job sites, company equipment, and vehicles. 
• Daily inspections of company vehicles, equipment, and job sites.

Job Type: Full Time

Pay: commensurate with experience. Base salary plus eligibility for production bonuses after the successful completion of 90-day review. 

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in telecom construction
• Proven ability to adapt to shifting priorities
• Skilled in project management software for daily production reporting
• Demonstrated expertise in risk assessment and mitigation
• Strong leadership background with team oversight experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills