Fiberoptic Superintendent - Electrical Construction

Kiewit; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision

Retirement plans with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is seeking a Fiberoptic Superintendent to lead fiber optic construction activities from field supervision.

The role requires ensuring safety, coordinating underground and aerial fiber installations, splicing, testing, and commissioning, and guiding crews to meet schedule and budget goals. The position is based in Boston, MA or Virginia Beach, VA, with relocation support as needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of telecommunications or fiber optic construction experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience leading field construction crews.
• Strong understanding of fiber optic installation methods, splicing and testing procedures, and termination of fiber cables.
• Experience interpreting construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of safety and ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Conduct daily safety meetings, JHAs, and site inspections.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
• Ensure all craft personnel are trained and equipped to perform work safely.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all fiber optic construction activities (underground/aerial, conduits, fiber pulling, splicing, testing/commissioning).
• Develop and execute short-term and long-term work plans.
• Monitor production rates and address schedule impacts.
• Coordinate work with utility owners, contractors, inspectors, and clients.
• Directly supervise foremen, splicers, technicians, and craft personnel.

Skills

Fiber optic installation

Fiber splicing

Fiber testing

Leadership / supervision

Travel willingness

Reading drawings & specs

Tools

OTDR testing

Fiber certification

Job description

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Fiberoptic Superintendent - Electrical Construction

Location: Boston, MA, US Virginia Beach, VA, US

Requisition ID:181721

Job Level:Mid Level

Department:Field Supervision

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

The Fiberoptic Superintendent is responsible for leading and overseeing all field operations related to fiber optic installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance activities. This role provides day-to-day supervision of craft personnel, subcontractors, and field crews while ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards. The Fiberoptic Superintendent serves as the primary field leader for fiber optic construction activities and collaborates closely with project management, engineering, clients, and other trade partners.

District Overview

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is a subsidiary of the Kiewit Corporation. Since our founding in 1928 in Boston, Massachusetts, Mass. Electric Construction’s philosophy has been to pursue electrical projects that require a higher level of technical and logistical skill. MEC has strategically organized to actively participate in and capture projects in the growing industrial market. We intend to effectively compete and win in traditional and alternate delivery procurements and position ourselves for a sustainable future. We self-perform the majority of our work and are looking for people committed to the industrial construction industry.

Location

his position is based in Boston, MA or Virginia Beach, VA. One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets, and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of safety and ensure compliance with company, client, and regulatory safety requirements.
• Conduct daily safety meetings, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and site inspections.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
• Ensure all craft personnel are trained and equipped to perform work safely.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all fiber optic construction activities, including:
  • Underground and aerial fiber installations
  • Conduit and duct bank installation
  • Fiber cable pulling and placement
  • Fiber splicing and termination
  • Testing, certification, and commissioning
• Develop and execute short-term and long-term work plans.
• Monitor production rates and proactively address schedule impacts.
• Coordinate work with utility owners, contractors, inspectors, and clients.
• Directly supervise foremen, splicers, technicians, and craft personnel.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of telecommunications or fiber optic construction experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience leading field construction crews.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Fiber optic installation methods
  • Fiber splicing and testing procedures
  • Termination of fiberoptic cables
  • Underground and aerial construction practices
  • Telecommunications construction standards
• Experience interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with OTDR testing and fiber certification processes.
• Ability to travel and work extended hours as project needs require.

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Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation:$145,000/yr -$155,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is one of the nation's premier electrical contractors serving the industrial and transportation markets. We’ve earned an industry-wide reputation for sticking to our high standards in everything we do.

We believe in the benefits of investing in our people. Around here, learning and improving go hand-in-hand with going to work each day. You’ll constantly increase your knowledge, sharpen your skills and gain new experiences.

If you're ready for a career that can take you places, look no further.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, paid parental and maternity leave, and generous paid time off.