Job Posting End Date

10-20-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Responsible for performing duties and assignments associated with the construction of Telecom Site and Fiber facilities including those of a complex nature. Additionally, may be responsible for supervising others who are performing other /similar construction site duties on related projects.

Job Description

What you’ll do:

• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for Telecommunication Site and Tower Construction, providing technical guidance and leadership across master-level project portfolios.
• Act as a liaison between Telecommunication Site and Tower Construction Management and internal business groups including Telecom Field Services, Project Management, and Telecom Engineering.
• Represent Telecommunication Site and Tower Construction Management in key project meetings such as kick-offs, engineering scoping, pre-bid, pre-construction, Planning for Safety, and monthly updates.
• Support risk identification and mitigation planning related to safety, schedules, budgets, materials, and contractor workforce.
• Coordinate with Safety Advisors and Environmental teams to ensure safe work practices and proactive environmental compliance throughout construction activities.
• Review and enforce contractor safety documentation including health plans, lift plans, rigging plans, construction plans, and methods of procedure to ensure crew compliance.
• Lead Construction Management efforts during major storm restoration and emergency failures as requested.
• Mentor and provide leadership to less experienced Telecom Field Construction Representatives; contribute to the development and delivery of Construction Management’s Core Block Training.
• Review and interpret comprehensive project documentation, including specifications, site and civil drawings, manufacturer and electrical diagrams, geotechnical reports, concrete test results, engineering requirements, and closeout materials to ensure construction activities align with design intent and quality standards.
• Assist with coordinating material and equipment receipts, ensuring proper inventory, storage, and handling in alignment with engineering specifications.
• Facilitate delivery logistics between contractors and Supply Chain to support project needs and maintain schedule integrity.
• Utilize technical tools and mobile applications including Microsoft 365 suite, PDF editors, and Smartsheet to support field operations and documentation.

What we’re looking for:

Tower and Civil Field Construction Representative Senior SG7

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management science with emphasis on project/construction management or bachelor’s degree in construction technology, Electrical or Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related technology field with a minimum of 6 years of project/construction management work experience
• OR an associate degree in Construction Management Technology, Project Management, Electrical or Civil Engineering, or related technology field with 8 years’ work experience in the electric industry, or project/construction management/oversight
• OR High School graduate or equivalent with 10 years related experience in electric industry or project management/oversight

Tower and Civil Field Construction Representative Principal SG8

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management science with emphasis on project/construction management or bachelor’s degree in construction technology, Electrical or Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related technology field with a minimum of 8 years of project/construction management work experience

• OR an associate degree in Construction Management Technology, Project Management, Electrical or Civil Engineering, or related technology field with 10 years’ work experience in the electric industry, or project/construction management/oversight

• OR High School graduate or equivalent with 12 years related experience in electric industry or project management/oversight

In addition:

• Experience working with cranes, rigging operations, and large heavy equipment in active construction environments is preferred.
• Experience in civil construction, including site grading, trenching, and underground utility installation, is preferred.
• Experience in concrete construction, including forming, pouring, finishing, and testing procedures, is preferred.
• Experience in telecommunication tower erection and antenna system installation, including structural assembly and alignment, is preferred.

Where you’ll work:

This role sits on site in New Albany, Ohio

What you’ll get:

Tower and Civil Field Construction Representative Senior SG7($85,081-$106,353)

Tower and Civil Field Construction Representative Principal SG8($96,110-$124,940)

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-007

Compensation Range:

$85,081.00-106,352.50 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

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