Construction Scoping Engineer - Plano, TX

TekCom Resources is seeking aConstruction Scoping Engineerfor a contract-based role with one of our largest, most established telecom clients!
As Scoping Engineer, you will be responsible for identifying all technical aspects of the telecommunications equipment to be scoped for a deployment at assigned job/sites and will be the decision maker on all issues falling under the position's scope. You will ensure the appropriateness of the site for deployment, reviewing construction drawings, installation documents and customer requirements and identifying all work types and work packages.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for creating and documenting the Scope of Work (SOW) and the Bill of Material (BOM) that will be provided to client 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.
• 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 client and its Service Providers and between client 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:
    • A. 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.
    • B. Create the per site SOW and BOM by determining the step-by-step methodology using construction drawings, RFDS and drone survey data
    • C. Create day by day build/outage plan and review with stakeholders to ensure alignment
    • D. 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
    • E. Review supplier quotes for accuracy and approve or reject as necessary. This may include material, services and rental equipment quotes
    • F. Identify and document appropriate rigging and crane requirements necessary to perform the work
    • G. 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.

Our client is seeking candidates with the following backgrounds:

• 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 contracts (leasing, vendor facing, customer facing)

Key Terms:
OSP construction, outside plant, fiber, deployment, project coordination, project management, construction management, vendor communication, client communication, project tracking, #tekcomjobs.Benefits:
Employees (and their families) have a choice of plans to purchase and enroll, including medical/vision, minimum essential coverage and/or dental. Employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan after meeting the enrollment criteria.
What We Do:
TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in providing telecommunications and network infrastructure contractors, employees and project services to businesses.
Our specialization includes telecom network & infrastructure staffing deployments including planning, analysis, design, implementation, operations and maintenance.
Technologies We support:
Wireless:4G,5G, LTE, iDAS/oDAS, Small Cell, VoLTE, IOT, Microwave, NOC, BTS (Base stations)
Wireline:Broadband,Fiber, Outside Plant (OSP),CATV,switching (MSC, CO), transport and provisioning
About Us:
Formed by industry veterans in 2005, TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in telecommunications and network infrastructure contracting and recruiting.
TekCom Resources, Inc. has extensive experience supporting clients in building successful teams for high-profile projects with tight timelines and budgets. Our vast network of industry contacts allows us to find the best talent. Along with our recruiting experience, our staff takes a hands-on approach in assisting hiring managers to achieve their goals and objectives.
Mission:
As telecom infrastructure staffing experts, we provide contingent recruitment, contract to hire and direct hire placements on a national basis. We utilize our deep telecom industry knowledge combined with a solid understanding of our client and candidate needs to provide a fair, transparent and diverse recruiting process.We believe that our specialized niche is a key differentiator and that it is a good business practice to do the right thing every time.We provide top-notch wireless and wireline talent and value-added recruiting services to impact our clients and candidates in a positive way.
Diversity:
TekCom Resources, Inc. is a WBENC Certified Women's Business Enterprise.
TekCom Resources, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. In keeping with this commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact: USAllRecruiters@TekComResources.com. We are compliant with the Fair Chance Ordinance as applicable and will consider all qualified applications for employment.