Fiber Optic Field Inspector – Construction & Compliance

Insight Global; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global’s Client is seeking a Telecommunications Project Inspector to support a large-scale fiber-optic network expansion in Albuquerque, NM. The Inspector will act as the field representative, ensure safety and quality per specs, visit crews daily, document progress, and communicate findings to stakeholders.

Travel to multiple sites and adherence to regulations are required. 2+ years in telecom construction or related fields with strong documentation skills and MS Office proficiency are

Qualifications

• 2+ years in telecom construction, utility inspection, fiber-optic projects, or outside plant (OSP) operations.
• Experience inspecting or overseeing field construction crews.
• Understanding of telecom construction practices, underground utilities, and fiber infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, permits, and project documentation.
• Strong communication and documentation skills; Proficiency in MS Office; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect fiber-optic construction activities to ensure compliance with drawings, specs, safety standards, and company requirements.
• Conduct field visits to multiple construction crews daily, tracking progress and issues.
• Monitor contractor performance, workmanship quality, schedules, and safety adherence.
• Document activities, deficiencies, safety concerns, and completed work via reports and notes.
• Verify installation of fiber pathways, conduit systems, handholes, vaults, and related facilities.
• Identify issues impacting quality, timelines, or budgets and communicate them.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field personnel to resolve concerns.
• Review and track corrective actions; maintain accurate project records and daily reports.
• Assist with project closeout inspections and final acceptance.

Skills

Telecom construction

Field crew supervision

Reading drawings

Documentation & reporting

MS Office proficiency

Job description

Insight Global’s Client is seeking a Telecommunications Project Inspector to support a large-scale fiber-optic network expansion in Albuquerque, NM. The Inspector will act as the field representative, ensure safety and quality per specs, visit crews daily, document progress, and communicate findings to stakeholders.

Travel to multiple sites and adherence to regulations are required. 2+ years in telecom construction or related fields with strong documentation skills and MS Office proficiency are