What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Manager (OSP Fiber Construction) position at TEKsystems?
🚨 Construction Manager (OSP Fiber Construction) 🚨
📍 Multiple Locations | 70% Office / 30% Field | Telecommunications Construction
We're looking for an experienced Construction Manager to lead large-scale OSP fiber construction projects supporting major broadband and fiber network expansion initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading teams and contractors, and can successfully manage multiple projects from kickoff through closeout.
What You'll Do
✅ Manage multiple underground and aerial fiber construction projects simultaneously
✅ Oversee project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource planning
✅ Lead Construction Supervisors, field teams, and subcontractors
✅ Monitor production, quality, safety, and project performance metrics
✅ Conduct field audits, site visits, and quality inspections
✅ Review permits, construction drawings, redlines, and closeout documentation
✅ Track contractor invoices, change orders, and project expenditures
✅ Partner with engineering, permitting, operations, and executive leadership teams
✅ Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders
✅ Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, NESC, 811, and client requirements
What We're Looking For
Required Experience
• 5 years of Construction Management, Project Management, or Telecom Construction leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of underground fiber construction
• Experience managing multiple projects, supervisors, and subcontractors
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, permits, and project documentation
• Experience with scheduling, forecasting, and operational reporting
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Preferred Experience
• Multi-market construction management experience
• Broadband expansion or large-scale fiber deployment projects
• Budget management and forecasting experience
• Telecom infrastructure and utility construction environments
• Advanced experience with Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet, and Power BI
Top Skills
🔹 OSP Fiber Construction
🔹 Underground & Aerial Fiber
🔹 Construction Management
🔹 Project Scheduling
🔹 Budget & Forecast Management
🔹 Contractor Oversight
🔹 Quality & Compliance
🔹 Production Tracking
🔹 Team Leadership
🔹 Telecom Infrastructure
Why This Opportunity?
🔹 Lead high-visibility fiber infrastructure programs
🔹 Join a rapidly growing telecommunications organization
🔹 Work on impactful broadband expansion projects
🔹 Blend strategic project management with field leadership
🔹 Strong career growth and advancement opportunities
🔹 Collaborative, safety-focused culture centered on integrity and teamwork