What are the responsibilities and job description for the FTTH Construction Project Manager position at TEKsystems?
Location: Hybrid | OFFICE BASED - No Field Work
Primary office locations include:
READ BEFORE APPLYING
This is a telecom construction-focused Project Manager role supporting large-scale Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) deployment and broadband expansion initiatives throughout New Jersey.
Candidates must have experience supporting broadband, cable, FTTH, fiber, OSP construction, utility coordination, telecommunications infrastructure, or outside plant construction projects.
This position is focused on managing construction vendors responsible for residential FTTH deployments, network edge-out projects, and infrastructure modernization (iMod) initiatives. The Project Manager will oversee vendor performance, project execution, utility coordination, engineering handoffs, construction schedules, invoicing review, and overall project delivery across multiple New Jersey markets.
Current initiatives include residential fiber overbuild programs, expansion into newly served areas, infrastructure modernization efforts, and broadband network enhancement projects designed to expand fiber availability and improve existing network infrastructure.
Overview
Our client, a leading broadband and telecommunications provider, is seeking an FTTH Construction Project Manager to support large-scale residential fiber expansion initiatives throughout New Jersey.
This position is focused on managing the construction vendors responsible for executing fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) deployments, network edge-out projects, and infrastructure modernization initiatives across existing broadband networks. The Project Manager will oversee contractor performance, construction schedules, engineering coordination, utility relationships, project budgets, invoicing validation, and overall project execution.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting residential FTTH deployments, managing construction vendors, reviewing as-built documentation, validating contractor deliverables, coordinating utility activities, and driving broadband construction projects from planning through closeout.
Must-Have Requirements
This role is heavily focused on FTTH residential fiber deployment programs, vendor management, contractor oversight, edge-out construction projects, infrastructure modernization (iMod) initiatives, as-built review, invoice validation, project execution, and broadband infrastructure delivery. Candidates with experience supporting fiber-to-the-home deployments, managing construction partners, coordinating utility activities, and driving broadband construction programs will be particularly successful in this position.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Brunswick, NJ.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in East Brunswick,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services
Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Primary office locations include:
- Tinton Falls, NJ
- Piscataway, NJ
- Newark, NJ
READ BEFORE APPLYING
This is a telecom construction-focused Project Manager role supporting large-scale Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) deployment and broadband expansion initiatives throughout New Jersey.
Candidates must have experience supporting broadband, cable, FTTH, fiber, OSP construction, utility coordination, telecommunications infrastructure, or outside plant construction projects.
This position is focused on managing construction vendors responsible for residential FTTH deployments, network edge-out projects, and infrastructure modernization (iMod) initiatives. The Project Manager will oversee vendor performance, project execution, utility coordination, engineering handoffs, construction schedules, invoicing review, and overall project delivery across multiple New Jersey markets.
Current initiatives include residential fiber overbuild programs, expansion into newly served areas, infrastructure modernization efforts, and broadband network enhancement projects designed to expand fiber availability and improve existing network infrastructure.
Overview
Our client, a leading broadband and telecommunications provider, is seeking an FTTH Construction Project Manager to support large-scale residential fiber expansion initiatives throughout New Jersey.
This position is focused on managing the construction vendors responsible for executing fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) deployments, network edge-out projects, and infrastructure modernization initiatives across existing broadband networks. The Project Manager will oversee contractor performance, construction schedules, engineering coordination, utility relationships, project budgets, invoicing validation, and overall project execution.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting residential FTTH deployments, managing construction vendors, reviewing as-built documentation, validating contractor deliverables, coordinating utility activities, and driving broadband construction projects from planning through closeout.
Must-Have Requirements
- Experience managing broadband, FTTH, fiber, cable, OSP, telecommunications, or infrastructure projects
- Experience supporting residential FTTH deployment initiatives
- Experience managing construction vendors, contractors, engineering firms, or subcontractors
- Experience supporting broadband network expansion, fiber overbuild, edge-out, or telecommunications infrastructure programs
- Experience managing contractors performing FTTH new builds, edge-outs, overbuilds, or infrastructure modernization projects
- Experience coordinating construction activities across multiple vendors and stakeholders
- Experience reviewing and validating as-built documentation
- Experience comparing contractor invoices, production reports, and project deliverables
- Experience coordinating with utility companies, municipalities, and permitting organizations
- Experience tracking project schedules, milestones, budgets, and deliverables
- Experience utilizing project management software
- Strong Microsoft Office and Excel skills
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Valid driver's license and ability to support occasional travel within New Jersey
- Sitetracker experience
- NJUNS experience
- Residential FTTH deployment experience
- As-built verification and documentation review experience
- Contractor invoice validation experience
- Fiber construction project closeout experience
- Pole transfer program experience
- Joint-use coordination experience
- Make-ready coordination experience
- Pole attachment experience
- Broadband infrastructure experience
- HFC network experience
- OSP construction experience
- Utility infrastructure project experience
- PSE&G, JCP&L, or Verizon utility coordination experience
- Prior experience working for a cable operator, broadband provider, FTTH contractor, or telecommunications construction organization
- Manage large-scale FTTH construction projects throughout New Jersey
- Manage vendors performing residential FTTH deployments, edge-out construction, and infrastructure modernization projects
- Oversee contractors responsible for network expansion, new builds, fiber overbuilds, and broadband construction activities
- Coordinate engineering, permitting, utility, and construction activities required to support network growth initiatives
- Drive project execution from planning through completion
- Review and validate as-built documentation for project accuracy and completion
- Compare contractor invoices against completed construction work and approved project scopes
- Track contractor production, project milestones, construction schedules, and deliverables
- Support infrastructure modernization (iMod) programs across existing network footprints
- Coordinate utility pole transfer activities, make-ready efforts, and utility approvals
- Manage engineering handoffs and ensure projects are construction-ready
- Track permit approvals, utility approvals, attachment transfers, and project milestones
- Monitor vendor performance and contractor deliverables
- Ensure construction vendors meet quality, safety, and delivery expectations
- Partner with contractors to resolve documentation, invoicing, production, and schedule discrepancies
- Maintain project reporting and project records within Sitetracker, NJUNS, and related systems
- Coordinate with engineering, permitting, utility, construction, and operations teams
- Identify project risks and drive issue resolution
- Deliver project status reporting to leadership
- Ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget
- Support broadband expansion, FTTH deployment, network modernization, edge-out, and residential fiber construction initiatives
- Hybrid work environment with a combination of in-office and remote work
- Candidates may be aligned to the nearest office location based on residence and business needs
- Primary office locations include Tinton Falls, Piscataway, and Newark, NJ
- Additional office locations may be available depending on candidate proximity and project needs
- Occasional travel throughout New Jersey for vendor meetings, construction reviews, utility coordination meetings, stakeholder discussions, and project site visits
- Daily interaction with construction vendors, engineering firms, utility companies, permitting organizations, and internal leadership teams
- Supports large-scale residential FTTH deployments, edge-out projects, infrastructure modernization (iMod) initiatives, and broadband network expansion programs
- Fast-paced environment focused on contractor management, project execution, utility coordination, and fiber construction delivery
- Long-term opportunity supporting one of the region's largest broadband and fiber expansion programs
- Direct involvement in major FTTH residential deployment initiatives
- Support large-scale network expansion, edge-out, and infrastructure modernization programs
- High-visibility role supporting network modernization and broadband growth projects
- Direct exposure to construction and operations leadership
- Exposure to all phases of broadband project delivery, from engineering and utility coordination through project closeout and contractor management
- Opportunity to work across multiple facets of FTTH construction, vendor management, utility coordination, construction documentation review, as-built validation, invoicing review, and project execution
- Opportunity to build experience on major residential fiber deployment programs throughout New Jersey
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This role is heavily focused on FTTH residential fiber deployment programs, vendor management, contractor oversight, edge-out construction projects, infrastructure modernization (iMod) initiatives, as-built review, invoice validation, project execution, and broadband infrastructure delivery. Candidates with experience supporting fiber-to-the-home deployments, managing construction partners, coordinating utility activities, and driving broadband construction programs will be particularly successful in this position.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Brunswick, NJ.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in East Brunswick,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services
Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Salary : $38 - $48