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Manager, Underground Construction

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Full Time Columbia, Missouri Date posted 02/16/2026 Business unit: Field Operations Areas of interest: Construction, Field Operations, Leadership Requisition Number: 2026-69687
This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

JOB SUMMARY

The Mgr, Underground Construction oversees the construction of projects and monitors activities at worksites. Responsible for managing multiple crews (employees and contractors), ensure quality, health and safety codes are observed and ensures completion of work to schedule. Provides daily updates to management regarding project completion. Mgr, Underground Construction also helps develop contracts, liaise with subcontractors and vendors, and perform other administrative tasks.


MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Plans, organizes and oversees multiple underground construction projects

Perform site inspections for quality control for in house and contract labor

Manages and oversee employees and equipment

Provides daily updates to management on projects from start to completion

Assist in recruitment/hire of all positions under area of responsibility

Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance productivity and efficiency

Track and trend expenditures and approve invoices within budgetary guidelines

Manage inventory requirements for construction projects

Authorize company expenditures related to construction activities

Comply with system, corporate and FCC requirements by compiling and generating reports and statistics on construction activities on a timely basis

Build and maintain positive relationships by representing Charter with utilities, developers, permitting agencies and government officials

Handle customer and employee problems related to construction

Maintain open communications with other departments

Perform field walkouts as required

Ensure adherence to terms and conditions of agreements

Oversee permitting and make-ready process including utilities locates

Review and approve damage claims

Establish positive employee relations through effective communication and ongoing support

Adhere to industry specific local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable

Know, understand and follow company policies

Perform other duties as requested by senior leadership


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

Ability to read, write and speak the English language to communicate with employees, customers, suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straight-forward, and professional manner

Experience in CATV prints, equipment and understanding

Extensive experience and knowledge of underground installation practices

Strong computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft office suite

Ability to read and understand underground utility maps and prints

Ability to think analytically, solve problems, make decisions and apply sound judgement while working under pressure

Ability to supervise and motivate others

Knowledge of all FCC compliance reports and other rules and regulations

Demonstrated understanding of applicable local and state rules and regulations

Demonstrated understanding of OSHA rules and regulations, both federal and state

REQUIRED EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED required

REQUIRED RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE AND NUMBER OF YEARS

Leadership/Supervisor experience – 6-8

Equipment and technical experience – 6-8

Project management experience – 6-8

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

OSHA safety certifications

PREFERRED EDUCATION

High school diploma and Associates or equivalent job related experience

PREFERRED RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE AND NUMBER OF YEARS

Horizontal Drill and plow methods installation methods preferred-6-8

Practical working experience with underground construction and equipment for both conduit and fiber installation

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work outdoors in all kinds of weather and at all times of the day or night

Work performed in utility easements

May require extended hours including evenings and weekends

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirements

Lift and carry up to 50lbs

Requires bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, and pulling


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