Construction Manager

Network Connex Company; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

National Technologies (NTI), a Network Connex Company, seeks a Construction Manager to lead field operations across fiber optic and data center installations. You will coordinate manpower, subcontractors, logistics, and safety while ensuring projects meet schedule, budget, and customer standards.

You will drive production, manage quality, and maintain strong customer relations, with emphasis on leadership development and adherence to NTI standards and policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Experience in telecommunications, structured cabling, or fiber optic construction; field leadership experience.
• Knowledge of Procore, Excel, and project management tools; ability to read IFC drawings and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead field execution and supervise crews to meet daily objectives.
• Coordinate subcontractors, logistics and material forecasting to maintain schedule.
• Ensure safety programs, JHA, PPE compliance and incident reporting.
• Maintain quality documentation and perform field inspections for compliance.
• Attend customer meetings and provide field updates; manage customer expectations.

Skills

Field Leadership

Safety Leadership

Production Management

Quality Assurance

Customer Relations

Workforce Management

Subcontractor Management

Logistics Coordination

Schedule Management

Cost Control

Documentation

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in CM/Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering

Tools

Procore (preferred)

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Project management software

Job description

National Technologies (NTI), a Network Connex Company, is a premier turnkey installer of fiber optic and data center infrastructure. Working on our team puts you on the leading edge of innovation in the digital communications space. If being a part of a tight-knit organization that operates in some of the most advanced technology environments around the world sounds like a dream job, NTI might be the right fit for you! With the perks of a large organization, NTI remains true to its roots as a home-grown company with an open-door culture that welcomes new ideas and encourages professional growth. We set you on the right path with careful onboarding and thorough training programs that prepare you for success in your role and beyond.

Position Summary

The Construction Manager is responsible for the day-to-day field execution of National Fiber Team projects. This role ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with customer specifications, NTI standards, and contractual requirements. The Construction Manager serves as the field leader responsible for coordinating manpower, subcontractors, logistics, quality, production, customer communications, and issue resolution while developing field leadership and maintaining operational excellence.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Field Leadership
   Responsible for overall field execution.
   Lead all assigned field personnel
   Supervise General Foremen and Foremen
   Set daily production expectations
   Conduct shift kickoffs
   Conduct end-of-shift reviews
   Ensure crews understand daily objectives
   Remove field obstacles impacting production
   Drive accountability throughout the organization

2. Project Execution
   Execute work according to:
   Construction Drawings
   Scope of Work
   Customer Standards
   NTI Standards
   Safety Requirements
   Project Schedule
   Responsible for:
   Daily execution planning
   Sequencing work
   Resource allocation
   Crew assignments
   Production balancing
   Maintaining schedule adherence

3. Safety Leadership
   Lead a zero-incident culture.
   Responsibilities include:
   Daily Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)
   Safety Briefings
   PPE Compliance
   Tool inspections
   Incident reporting
   Near Miss investigations
   Corrective actions
   Stop Work Authority enforcement

4. Production Management
   Responsible for achieving production targets.
   Examples include:
   Fiber installation
   Conveyance installation
   Cabinet installation
   Rack installation
   Fiber splicing
   Fiber testing
   Labeling
   Documentation
   Closeout activities
   Monitor:
   Daily production
   Weekly production
   Labor efficiency
   Productivity trends
   Crew utilization

5. Quality Assurance
   Ensure all work meets:
   Customer Specifications
   BICSI and other relevant Standards
   Manufacturer Requirements
   NTI Quality Standards
   Responsibilities:
   Perform field inspections
   Verify workmanship
   Conduct punch walks
   Identify deficiencies
   Coordinate corrections
   Maintain quality documentation

6. Customer Relations
   Represent NTI professionally.
   Responsibilities:
   Attend customer meetings
   Provide field updates
   Coordinate outages
   Resolve field concerns
   Build customer confidence
   Escalate issues appropriately

7. Workforce Management
   Responsible for leadership development.
   Includes:
   Coaching Foremen
   Performance management
   Daily mentoring
   Conflict resolution
   Employee accountability
   Recognition of high performers
   Training coordination

8. Subcontractor Management
   Manage subcontractor performance.
   Responsibilities:
   Daily coordination
   Scope clarification
   Schedule alignment
   Quality inspections
   Production tracking
   Safety compliance
   Invoice verification
   Performance evaluations

9. Logistics Coordination
   Coordinate with Logistics Manager.
   Responsibilities:
   Material forecasting
   Tool requests
   Equipment utilization
   Vehicle coordination
   Rental equipment
   Material staging
   Inventory accountability

10. Schedule Management
    Work closely with Project Management.
    Responsibilities:
    Three-week look ahead planning
    Daily schedule updates
    Recovery plans
    Critical path identification
    Resource forecasting
    Participate in schedule review meetings

11. Cost Control
    Protect project profitability.
    Monitor:
    Labor utilization
    Overtime
    Equipment usage
    Material waste
    Rework
    Productivity
    Travel expenses
    Identify potential budget risks

12. Documentation
    Maintain accurate project records.
    Examples:
    Daily reports
    Headcount
    Production reports
    Safety observations
    Material usage
    Equipment tracking
    Quality inspections
    Customer issues
    Action items

13. Communication
    Serve as the communication hub between:
    Operations Leadership
    Project Managers
    Logistics
    Customers
    Field Engineers
    Safety
    Foremen
    General Foremen
    Subcontractors

Leadership Expectations

A Construction Manager is expected to:
Lead by example
Demonstrate professionalism
Make sound operational decisions
Hold teams accountable
Develop future leaders
Maintain composure under pressure
Foster teamwork
Drive continuous improvement
Communicate with confidence
Protect NTI’s reputation

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Safety
Zero recordable incidents
JHA completion rate
Near miss reporting
Safety audit scores
Production
Schedule adherence
Daily production achieved
Labor productivity
Production forecast accuracy
Percent planned work completed (PPC)
Quality
Rework percentage
Punch list completion
Customer quality findings
Inspection pass rate
Financial
Labor budget performance
Overtime utilization
Equipment utilization
Material waste
Forecast versus actual labor performance
Leadership
Foreman development
Employee retention
Crew engagement
Coaching documentation
Customer
Customer satisfaction
Response time
Issue resolution
Communication effectiveness

Decision-Making Authority

The Construction Manager is authorized to:
Assign crews
Reallocate manpower
Adjust daily production plans
Stop unsafe work
Coordinate subcontractor activities
Request additional resources
Escalate operational risks
Approve field execution changes within project scope

Core Competencies

Technical
Bulk Fiber Installation
OSP/ISP Construction
Fiber Splicing
Fiber Testing (OTDR, OLTS, Inspection)
Structured Cabling
Conveyance Systems
Data Center Infrastructure
Reading IFC drawings
Quality Control

Leadership
Team Development
Accountability
Coaching
Conflict Resolution
Communication
Decision Making
Operational Planning
Customer Service

Business
Schedule Management
Cost Control
Risk Management
Resource Planning
Productivity Analysis
Contract Compliance
Change order awareness

Qualifications and Experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED required
Associate’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Telecommunications, or related field (preferred but not required)

Experience

Minimum 7 years of experience in telecommunications, structured cabling, or fiber optic construction
Minimum 3 years in a field leadership role (Foreman, General Foreman, Superintendent, or equivalent)
Experience leading multiple crews simultaneously
Experience managing subcontractors
Experience on large commercial, mission critical, or hyperscale data center projects
Experience managing project schedules, manpower planning, and daily production
Proven ability to lead projects from mobilization through closeout

Technical Knowledge

Working knowledge of:
ISP Fiber Installation
OSP Fiber Installation
Bulk Fiber Deployment
Fiber Splicing Operations
Fiber Testing (OTDR, OLTS, End-Face Inspection)
Structured Cabling Systems
Cable Conveyance Systems
Cable Tray Installation
Racks and Cabinets
Patch Panels and Cross Connects
Fiber Pathway Management
Reading IFC Drawings
Construction Sequencing
Material Management
Quality Assurance Processes
Customer Acceptance Procedures

Leadership Competencies

Demonstrated ability to:
Lead multiple crews
Develop Foremen and General Foremen
Hold personnel accountable
Drive production
Resolve conflicts professionally
Communicate effectively with customers and leadership
Make sound decisions under pressure
Manage changing priorities
Maintain a positive safety culture

Business Knowledge

Understanding of:
Labor productivity
Budget awareness
Resource planning
Daily reporting
Schedule management
Workforce planning
Cost control principles
Risk management
Change management

Technology

Proficiency with:
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Word
Procore (preferred)
Project management software
Electronic drawing platforms
Digital reporting systems
Mobile field reporting applications

Licenses & Certifications

Required:
Valid Driver’s License
OSHA 30 Construction
CPR / First Aid (or ability to obtain)

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management, or related discipline

Professional Certifications

Preferred certifications include:
Project Management Professional (PMP)
BICSI Technician (TECH)
BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD)
Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
Manufacturer certifications (Corning, CommScope, AFL, Panduit, Leviton, etc.)
Equipment-specific certifications for fusion splicing and fiber testing

Industry Experience

Preferred experience with:
Hyperscale Data Centers
AI Infrastructure Deployments
Mission Critical Facilities
Large ISP Deployments
Campus Fiber Networks
Long-haul Fiber Construction
Government Telecommunications Projects
Multi-million-dollar telecommunications projects
Simultaneous management of multiple projects

Technical Expertise

Advanced knowledge of:
Fiber network architecture
Testing standards
Acceptance criteria
Optical budgets
Fiber routing
Construction QA/QC
As-built documentation
Material forecasting
Project closeout documentation

Leadership Experience

Preferred experience:
Managing Construction Managers or General Foremen
Leading projects exceeding 100 personnel
Managing subcontractor partners
Conducting performance evaluations
Interviewing and hiring personnel
Developing operational procedures
Leading customer meetings
Managing project recovery efforts

Personal Attributes

Successful Construction Managers consistently demonstrate:
Executive-level communication
Professionalism
High accountability
Strong organizational skills
Critical thinking
Adaptability
Customer-focused mindset
Continuous improvement mentality
Strategic thinking
High emotional intelligence
Strong work ethic
Ability to build high-performing teams
The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants throughout the recruitment and employment process. Individuals who require accommodation to participate in the application process or perform the essential functions of the position should contact Human Resources

$95,000 - $115,000 a year