What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Quality Inspector / OSP Fiber and Coax / Baltimore, MD position at NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company?
This is an opportunity supporting broadband network construction and quality control efforts for a major communications provider. This role focuses on field-based construction coordination and quality audits for fiber and coax network deployments, with a strong emphasis on ensuring build quality, milestone tracking, and project lifecycle management.
The standout feature of this role is the high level of autonomy and field exposure—this is a 80% field position where you’ll manage your own schedule, travel to various job sites, and play a key role in validating construction quality across rural and metro environments. They are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable working independently, and experienced with telecom construction processes and quality control systems.
Required Skills & Experience
- Experience with underground fiber and mainline coax construction (100% required)
- Strong background in telecom construction and field operations
- Experience performing field audits and quality control inspections
- Familiarity with construction tracking systems such as JT/Polaris or similar tools
- Ability to manage job lifecycle workflows and track project milestones
- Strong documentation and reporting skills
- Ability to read and interpret construction prints
- Comfortable working independently in a field-based role
- Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively
Please note that this position requires Outside Plant construction experience. Experience with residential/commercial fiber and coax is not applicable to this role.
Desired Skills & Experience
- Experience with cable maintenance or network operations
- Familiarity with broadband systems and rural network deployments
- Experience working with construction databases and reporting tools
- Exposure to permitting, invoicing, and material tracking processes
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
- 80% Field Auditing & Quality Control
- 20% Project Coordination & Reporting
Daily Responsibilities
- Travel to assigned job sites to perform construction quality audits and inspections
- Verify completion of work and ensure rework items are addressed
- Manage and track project milestones throughout the construction lifecycle
- Create and update jobs within project tracking systems
- Conduct administrative quality control checks including materials, invoices, and documentation
- Ensure permits are closed and all project milestones are accurately recorded
- Coordinate with internal teams including construction, project management, and operations
- Provide reporting and updates to leadership on project status and performance
- Participate in scheduled calls and support job assignment coordination
- Maintain daily documentation and complete required computer-based reporting tasks
Salary : $38 - $42