Construction Manager, Telecom

Overview

Lead and manage telecom fiber construction projects, handling planning, budgeting and teams.

Key Responsibilities

• fiber splicing
• osp construction
• field survey
• project documentation
• troubleshooting
• compliance

Tasks

-Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, provide regular updates on project status, milestones and budgetary considerations -Lead and model effective troubleshooting systems as necessary in the restoration of plant issues -Oversee site planning, scheduling, budgeting and resource allocation -Manage contract resources as necessary to supplement project needs -Coordinate field survey of existing or proposed outside plant installations including aerial and underground network facilities and associated infrastructure -Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, construction drawings, fiber as-builts, fiber workbooks, test docs, and change orders -Responsible for meeting QC standards as well as budgetary requirements -Lead and manage all aspects of fiber splicing and testing for various types of telecom projects -Ensure system compliance to NCTA, FCC regulations and IQ Fiber’s minimum operating specifications -Manage relationships with external contractors, vendors and suppliers, ensure alignment with project requirements and company standards -Work a flexible schedule with varied hours; some evenings and weekends as needed -Serve as on-call management and respond to end-to-end OSP needs in the event of a service impairment or outage -Manage and coordinate outside plant (OSP) construction/fiber splicing using both in-house and contract resources to accomplish assigned projects -Responsible for administration, training, and development of all field personnel, including hiring, mentoring, evaluating, and performance improvement

Requirements

• fiber splicing
• optical networks
• microsoft office
• 5+ years
• project management
• communication

What You Bring

-Strong organizational and project management skills -Ability to use and understanding splicing technology such as OTDRs, VFL, OLTS and Fusion Splice -Must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver’s license is required if the role involves driving -5+ years of experience in a fiber telecommunications construction environment -Ability to handle unexcepted emergencies, having company communication equipment available -Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills -Represent a clear understanding of fiber design, splicing matrix sheets and documentation requirements and communicate that understanding effectively daily -Strong ability to complete tasks with small components, identify colors, strong depth perception with good hand-eye coordination -Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen) -Proficient knowledge of optical networks -Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Excel, Word and Outlook -Advanced knowledge in underground and aerial telecom construction techniques -Ability to complete work indoors, outdoors, in tight spaces and elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing, sitting, and working while standing up to 70% of the time as needed -Ability to work outside of business hours as needed; overtime, holidays, evenings, weekends, emergency schedules for natural disasters and network outages etc., in all seasons -Ability to safely work and navigate various terrains and job sites -Will need to pass a DOT physical and/or already possess a Federal Medical (FedMed) card -Professional demeanor

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Benefits

-Paid Time Off -401(k) with Company Match! -Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) -Career Development & Advancement Opportunities! -Compensation: $80K - $105K annually, DOE -Paid Weekly -25K Company Paid Life Insurance

About Tak Broadband

-Began as a door-to-door fulfillment contractor and evolved into a full-service fiber network builder. -Operates across 42 U.S. states with nationwide reach and robust project execution. -Provides comprehensive solutions: engineering, outside-plant construction, aerial & underground drops, plus on-premises installations. -Specializes in FTTx, middle-mile, long-haul builds, disaster response, and complex environments from urban to rural. -Supports project funding and grant compliance, managing USDA, ARPA, BEAD, and other federally funded initiatives. -Backed by significant financial capacity and investment, including support from Platinum Equity since March 2024. -Distinctive in coupling door-to-door marketing & sales with technical delivery to maximize community adoption.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-must pass a background check, motor vehicle record (mvr) check, and drug screen. -must pass a dot physical and/or possess a federal medical (fedmed) card.