Scoping CM

Scoping Construction Manager

Fusion Solutions is looking for a Scoping Construction Manager in Plano, TX for Ericsson (end client: ATT). This work can be performed remotely with light travel to client sites. Fusion offers a full suite of benefits with health, dental, vision, 401k, Long Term and Short-Term disability and life insurance. We run weekly payroll and provide ADP access for paystubs and accruals info.

JOB SUMMARY

The Scoping Engineer is responsible for identifying all technical aspects of the telecommunications equipment to be scoped for a deployment at assigned job/sites and is the decision maker on all issues falling under the position's scope. The Scoping Engineer is responsible for ensuring the appropriateness of the site for deployment, reviewing construction drawings, installation documents and customer requirements and identifying all work types and work packages. The Scoping Engineer is responsible for creating and documenting the Scope of Work (SOW) and the Bill of Material (BOM) that will be provided to Ericsson stakeholders to be used as the basis for site the build plan and materials procurement. This will be accomplished via site walks, desk top documentation review and review of aerial imagery. The SOW will be created by the Scoping Engineer using the appropriate Ericsson tools for approval and communication to other stakeholders.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and document a comprehensive per site SOW and BOM which will include identification of all work types and drivers.
• Support various delivery organizations with construction technical expertise.
• Understanding the site technical solution, construction standards and SOW contracted by the customer, including work packages, material requirements and final deliverables to customer.
• Understanding the SOW, drivers and fixed price packages between Ericsson and its Service Providers and between Ericsson and the customer.
• Understanding Cell Site Construction Drawings (CD), Radio Design Frequency Sheet (RFDS), Structural/Mount Design Elements and requirements.
• Utilizing the Scoping Engineer's expertise of the build elements to:
• Review RFDS, CD, mount and structural designs for constructability and accuracy using Drone Survey data. Document (redline) discrepancies and return to the document owner for correction.
• Create the per site SOW and BOM by determining the step-by-step methodology using construction drawings, RFDS and drone survey data.
• Create day by day build/outage plan and review with stakeholders (E/// CMs, SPs and Customer) to ensure alignment.
• Plan and adjust schedules, as necessary, and work with Customer Project Manager, Market CMs and Service Providers on any necessary changes to the scope, including recommendations.
• Review supplier quotes for accuracy and approve or reject as necessary. This may include material, services and rental equipment quotes.
• Identify and document appropriate rigging and crane requirements necessary to perform the work.
• Participate in project planning meetings, providing guidance, as needed, and determining resolutions to any problems or issues raised during plan of day meetings at various phases of the project.
• Preparing various reports, analyses and presentations as necessary, including (but not limited to) status reports on progress and, if any problems, then recommended manner of handling the problem.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

Entrepreneurial & commercial thinking

Ability to perform at a high level with minimal supervision

Ability to proactively analyze issues and make sound decisions

Ability to learn and excel using Ericsson ways of working

Ability to work and communicate effectively with people

Ability to multi-task in agile environment

Ability to cope with pressures & setbacks

Ability to deliver results and meet customer's and Ericsson's expectations

Planning & organization skills

Strong leadership skills

Strong consultative skills

Ability to think in innovative fashion

TYPICAL INTERFACES

Internal:

• Onshore and offshore delivery teams
• Scoping Team
• Sourcing
• Supply Chain
• Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
• Market Project Team
• Customer Unit (CU)
• Business Operations

External:

• Customer Project Management
• 3rd Party Suppliers
• 3rd Party Service Providers

TOOLS & RESOURCES

Ericsson Site Rollout (ESR)

Site Tracker

Ericsson Intelligent Site Design (EISD)

Customer databases

Billy Auto BOM

Good knowledge of:

Microsoft Office suite of programs (especially Excel, Outlook and WORD)

Adobe Pro

Databases

Ericsson local data management tools

Close-out Package Checklist and required deliverables

Virtualization tools

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree preferred and/or equivalent work experience of 2-5 years industry experience

Experience managing delivering cell site construction and technology upgrades

Experience with providing site design solutions and guidance of order of operations

Ability to review construction documents, determining site feasibility, as well as site design consulting as needed

Ensure accuracy of constructions drawings and RFDS meeting scoping requirements

Direct knowledge of general construction processes & procedures and on-site safety requirements

Direct knowledge of cell site construction and equipment installation material requirements

Direct knowledge of cell site structural design and modification requirements

Direct knowledge of rigging and crane requirements

Experience in construction scope estimation, managing and directing general contractors, generating bill of materials, etc. (Civils, Ground, L&A, Backhaul, MW)

Knowledge of and ability to enforce Ericsson quality standards.

Basic knowledge of troubleshooting practices and techniques, including sweep testing concepts.

Basic knowledge of contracts (leasing, vendor facing, customer facing)

Ability to solve common problems effectively, on time and within budget

Strong ability to learn quickly and multitask in fast paced environment across business units and customers

Strong ability to communicate and work with multiple professional skill levels effectively

Drive to follow all safety standards and complete approved OSHA 10-hour course for telecommunications industry. If managing crews, then OSHA 30-hour course must be completed.

Remote Work ok, minimal travel may be required.