Job Title: Field Operations Supervisor
Operating Unit: Congruex Network Services
Department: Large Programs
Reports To: Construction Manager
Primary Location: Chicago Metro Area
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to any other employees in the same or similar role.
Company Profile:
Congruex
Congruex was formed in 2017 to take advantage of historic demand for digital connectivity. The digital networks we design and build for our clients enable everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions.
Few companies in our industry can operate at scale and self-perform services like our multinational team. Our clients choose Congruex to deliver turn-key digital networks under a single platform. Our unified vision is to become the best end-to-end provider of network design and build services in the U.S.
We are the One Congruex Family. We are building tomorrow, together.
Why Work At Congruex
Opportunities
We offer opportunities at all levels across the nation – from students to industry veterans – in areas of engineering, construction, and professional services.
Wellbeing
We value the wellbeing of our people and offer competitive compensation, health benefits, wellness resources, 401(k) retirement planning, and employee recognition and leadership development programs. Options may vary by geographic location.
Culture
The pillars of Congruex culture are GRIT, safety, inclusion, and family.

• GRIT: Our GRIT values are part of our company DNA and the touchstone for our multinational workforce.
  • Guts - having the guts to do the right thing
  • Reliability - being reliable to deliver what we promise
  • Innovation - innovating every day
  • Teamwork - embracing teamwork together as One Congruex 
• Safety: We are committed to 24/7 safety practices on our jobsites, within our offices, and all the places our team exists in between.
• Inclusion: Congruex embraces our team’s diversity and promotes an inclusive workplace for all.
• Family: We are a family-oriented company committed to the long-term health and development of our people.

Job Summary:
Review work at project sites to ensure work is being completed safely and efficiently. Maximize project profitability, identify project responsibilities, phases and project plan lifecycle.  Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations at all times 
• Plan, monitor and report on aerial and underground fiber optic construction crew progress  
• Investigate planned pathways in front of crews to identify and mitigate roadblocks 
• Represent Congruex and Client in a professional manner; fostering a healthy workplace environment on all aspects of the jobsite. 
• Ensure all permits are in hand prior to any work being done; and that work is performed in accordance with permit requirements 
• Work transparently and proactively to ensure timely completion of work 
• Inform all supervisors and subcontractors promptly of any construction schedule changes, change orders and work closely with all stakeholders to ensure requirements are met 
• Provide schedule, and project database updates, report regularly to Construction Manager to keep him/her constantly informed of job progress, plans and problems that could significantly affect costs or schedules. 
• Drive results through transparency in project progress 
• Confirms locates are completed, and current, prior to construction. 
• Conduct QA/QC on work completed and coordinate with Construction Manager to complete as-builts.  
• Report on production complete daily capturing quantities for work performed 
• Manage compliance with quality control, and quality assurance standards and specifications. 
• Perform equipment, material, and routine site inspections and complete/file appropriate forms to ensure compliance 
• Attend regular meetings with vendors, managers, and staff 
• Travel to and supervise multiple job sites during the course of a day 

Required Skills & Qualifications:
General

• Experience in Aerial and Underground Telecommunications construction methods and specifications.
• Experience in construction quality management and assurance.  
• Understands fiber splicing and testing 
• Ability to execute tasks derived from contract language 
• Quality Driven 
• Proactively, and consistently adherent to safe work practices 
• Ability to see, read and redline construction prints 
• Able to manage relationships and resolve conflict  
• Excellent organization and planning skills 
• Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record  
• Physical requirements:  
• Ability to stand, stoop, squat and bend for extended periods of time 
• Ability to walk for extended periods of time and/or long distances 
• Ability to navigate through potential uneven walkways/terrain 
• Tolerant to extreme elements (heat, sun, wind, rain, snow, etc.) 
• Good vision and depth perception (corrective lenses OK) 
• Ability to sit and drive for extended periods of time 
• Ability to lift 10lbs minimum, and potentially up to 50lbs 

Technical

• Skilled in interpreting telecommunications construction drawings in hard copy and digital format 
• Experienced in providing redline updates to construction plans  
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office 
• GIS experience is a plus  

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience working as a technical construction supervisor 
• Proven understanding of compliance and quality assurance guidelines and best practices 

Travel Requirements

• Required at times for training purposes.

• Daily travel to job site(s) in personal vehicle required – mileage reimbursement.
• Willingness to travel to other markets as needed.

 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, stoop, squat and bend for extended periods of time.
• Ability to walk for extended periods of time and/or long distances.
• Ability to navigate through potential uneven walkways/terrain.
• OK with confined spaces.
• Tolerant to extreme elements (heat, sun, wind, rain, snow, etc.).
• Good vision and depth perception (corrective lenses OK).
• Ability to sit and drive for extended periods of time.
• Ability to clearly write and draw basic symbols and sentences.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.