Construction Supervisor

HNM Systems; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401K plan

Job summary

HNM Systems is seeking an experienced Construction Supervisor to lead underground telecommunications construction projects across Ohio. This field-based role requires directing crews, enforcing safety, ensuring quality, and maintaining daily production across multiple sites.

The ideal candidate will read engineering plans, coordinate with stakeholders, and uphold project timelines while traveling between project locations. A strong safety mindset and proven leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising underground telecommunications or utility construction crews.
• Strong field leadership and crew management experience.
• Experience directing field activities rather than solely performing inspections.
• Ability to read and interpret construction prints, engineering plans, telecom maps, permits, and work orders.
• Working knowledge of utility locating practices and state 811 requirements.
• Understanding of excavation safety standards and underground construction methods.
• Experience with underground conduit and fiber placement projects.
• Experience tracking production and completing field reporting documentation.
• Strong communication, planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, production tracking tools, and mobile reporting platforms.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work outdoors and travel between project locations.
• Eligibility to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field crews, operators, laborers, locators, and subcontractors on telecom construction.
• Communicate daily work expectations, production goals, and jobsite priorities.
• Conduct daily tailgate and safety meetings.
• Provide leadership with professionalism, accountability and urgency.
• Coach crews and address performance, safety and quality concerns in the field.
• Identify training opportunities and mentor when needed.
• Foster a collaborative team environment with clear communication and accountability.
• Serve as liaison between field personnel and operations leadership.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, 811, and safety policies.
• Verify utility locates and dig tickets before excavation.
• Monitor PPE use and safety practices; address hazards promptly.
• Document safety incidents and complete reports; stop-work if needed.
• Maintain daily reports and project records with accuracy.

Skills

Field leadership

Crew management

Communication

Read prints/plans

Safety compliance

Travel readiness

Driver's license

US work eligibility

Microsoft Office

Mobile reporting platforms

Tools

Microsoft Office

Mobile reporting platforms

Job description

Added - a day ago Construction Supervisor Construction Management Dayton , Ohio | Contract

HNM Systems is the leading tech-enabled professional services provider, shaping the workforce across the telecom, energy, and technology sectors. We connect specialized talent with direct hire, contract-to-hire, and consulting opportunities that support fiber expansion, digital infrastructure, wireless networks, and smart grid energy solutions. Our innovative approach delivers high-impact outcomes, with a 94% success rate in talent placement and project execution. Relentlessly people-driven, HNM Systems sets the industry standard through exceptional employee experience and long-term client value.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This opportunity offers the chance to play a critical leadership role supporting the construction of essential telecommunications infrastructure. You will work directly in the field, leading crews, driving project execution, and helping expand high-capacity fiber networks that support communities and businesses. The role provides meaningful responsibility, strong visibility with operations leadership, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact on large-scale underground construction projects. For experienced field leaders, this position offers a highly hands‑on environment where safety, quality, and production excellence are valued.

Overview

Our customer is seeking experienced Construction Supervisors to support underground telecommunications construction projects throughout Ohio. This is a field-based leadership position responsible for directing crews, ensuring safe work practices, maintaining quality standards, and driving daily production activities.

The ideal candidate possesses strong underground construction experience and has a proven ability to lead field crews, coordinate job-site activities, and maintain a visible onsite presence throughout project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Frontline Leadership & Crew Management

• Supervise and direct field crews, operators, laborers, locators, and subcontractors performing telecommunications construction.
• Communicate daily work expectations, production goals, and jobsite priorities.
• Conduct daily tailgate and safety meetings.
• Provide leadership through professionalism, accountability, urgency, and attention to detail.
• Coach crews and address performance, quality, and safety concerns in the field.
• Identify training opportunities and provide mentorship when needed.
• Foster a collaborative team environment built on communication, respect, and accountability.
• Serve as the primary liaison between field personnel and operations leadership.

Safety Compliance & Oversight

• Ensure all work complies with OSHA standards, DOT requirements, state 811 regulations, customer requirements, and company safety policies.
• Verify utility locates and dig tickets before excavation activities begin.
• Monitor proper use of PPE, excavation protection systems, traffic control measures, and construction safety practices.
• Identify and immediately address unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Document and communicate hazards, incidents, and near misses.
• Complete and submit required safety documentation and jobsite reports.
• Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are identified.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and reinforce a safety-first culture.

Jobsite Planning & Project Execution

• Review construction prints, engineering drawings, permits, maps, work orders, and project requirements.
• Coordinate daily activities to ensure efficient and productive project execution.
• Monitor underground telecommunications construction activities and field operations.
• Ensure installations meet project specifications, depth requirements, and clearance standards.
• Inspect conduit installation, fiber placement, vault installation, tracer wire, restoration work, and related infrastructure.
• Verify traffic control and job site safety measures remain compliant throughout construction.
• Communicate field changes, schedule impacts, and project risks to management.

Quality Control & Documentation

• Perform routine inspections to verify workmanship and compliance with project requirements.
• Identify quality deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Track production metrics and monitor project progress.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, production records, and safety documentation.
• Document field changes, redlines, and scope adjustments.
• Ensure all required project records are completed accurately and submitted on time.

Productivity & Resource Management

• Establish and communicate daily production goals.
• Monitor labor productivity, equipment utilization, and material consumption.
• Report equipment concerns, material shortages, permitting issues, and schedule impacts.
• Coordinate with engineering, logistics, warehouse teams, subcontractors, and project partners.
• Support efficient project execution while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Help minimize downtime and resolve field obstacles impacting production.

Construction Supervisors are expected to:

• Maintain an active daily presence at assigned jobsites.
• Take ownership of crew performance, safety compliance, and project quality.
• Maintain clean, organized, and professional jobsites.
• Uphold company values and customer standards during all field interactions.
• Walk jobsites, inspect work, and actively support crews when necessary.
• Solve field challenges quickly using a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to specifications.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Experience supervising underground telecommunications or utility construction crews.
• Strong field leadership and crew management experience.
• Experience directing field activities rather than solely performing inspections.
• Ability to read and interpret construction prints, engineering plans, telecom maps, permits, and work orders.
• Working knowledge of utility locating practices and state 811 requirements.
• Understanding of excavation safety standards and underground construction methods.
• Experience with underground conduit and fiber placement projects.
• Experience tracking production and completing field reporting documentation.
• Strong communication, planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, production tracking tools, and mobile reporting platforms.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work outdoors and travel between project locations.
• Eligibility to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Telecommunications Construction Supervisor experience.
• Underground Construction Supervisor experience.
• Outside Plant (OSP) Supervisor experience.
• Telecom Field Supervisor experience.
• Utility Construction Supervisor experience.
• Underground Foreman or Lead Foreman experience.
• Experience with HDD operations, trenchers, mini-excavators, aerial construction, bucket trucks, and climbing equipment.
• Prior fiber infrastructure deployment experience.

Work Environment / Additional Information

• Field-based position supporting telecommunications construction projects throughout Ohio.
• Direct reporting to active job sites.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Travel throughout assigned project areas required.
• Weekend work may be required based on project demands.
• Candidates located near Dayton, Lima, Toledo, Wallbridge, or Cincinnati are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage, Supplemental Insurance through Aflac, & 401K plan.

EEO / Disclaimer (USA)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position. This job description is subject to revision, and it may be updated to reflect changes in the role or organization.

HNM Systems utilizes legally permissible drug and background checks as part of our screening process. Essential requirements of the position include eligibility to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship now or in the future.

It is the policy of HNM Systems, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information and/or marital status. HNM Systems, Inc is compliant with the Fair Chance Ordinance as applicable and will consider all qualified applications for employment.