Fiber Field Construction Lead

FacadeToday; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + bonus potential

Medical, dental, vision, life and 401k

Tuition reimbursement

Internet service or reimbursement

Community engagement opportunities

Culture promoting growth and integrity

Job summary

IdeaTek is launching fiber construction operations in Tucson, Arizona. We’re seeking a Field Construction Supervisor to lead field crews, coordinate with contractors, and represent IdeaTek with cities and stakeholders to keep projects moving safely and efficiently.

This hands‑on role is field‑heavy, with growth into broader project management. You’ll monitor progress, address issues, and help establish strong construction practices as IdeaTek expands in Tucson.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction, utility construction, field supervision, or a related role in the Tucson or Southern Arizona construction market.
• Strong working knowledge of underground utility construction practices and construction best practices.
• Experience leading or coordinating construction crews, contractors, or field teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with contractors, municipalities, and internal teams.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to work standard construction hours, with flexibility for earlier start times during periods of extreme summer heat.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day field construction activities for fiber deployments, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project requirements.
• Serve as a primary IdeaTek point of contact for construction contractors in the Tucson market, providing direction, monitoring progress, and helping resolve field issues.
• Represent IdeaTek with the City of Tucson and other local stakeholders, communicating project needs, coordinating requirements, and building strong working relationships.
• Monitor construction progress, schedules, materials, manpower, and site conditions and communicate status updates, risks, and potential delays to project leadership.
• Coordinate with internal project management teams to ensure contractors have the information, materials, and resources needed to execute the work.
• Support project planning and execution across construction activities, including scope, scheduling, procurement, and closeout.
• Document field activity, project updates, and issues to maintain accurate visibility into construction progress.
• Help ensure contractors follow IdeaTek safety expectations, construction standards, and applicable local requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve construction processes, contractor performance, and field execution as IdeaTek establishes its Tucson operations.

Skills

Field supervision

Underground utility construction

Contractor coordination

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Job description

IdeaTek is launching fiber construction operations in Tucson, Arizona. We’re seeking a Field Construction Supervisor to lead field crews, coordinate with contractors, and represent IdeaTek with cities and stakeholders to keep projects moving safely and efficiently.

This hands‑on role is field‑heavy, with growth into broader project management. You’ll monitor progress, address issues, and help establish strong construction practices as IdeaTek expands in Tucson.