OSP Construction Supervisor

Fiber Network Services Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Dental and Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Casual office environment

Job summary

Fiber Network Services is seeking a skilled Fiber Construction Supervisor to lead Roanoke, VA field operations, managing construction coordinators, crews, and subcontractors. You will ensure on-schedule, on-budget project delivery to exact engineering specs while enforcing safety standards.

The ideal candidate combines deep knowledge of aerial and underground fiber construction with strong leadership, decision-making, and administrative skills to keep production moving smoothly.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Deep understanding of FTTH, middle-mile, or long-haul network topologies.
• Ability to read splicing matrices, OTDR traces, and light meter readings.
• Proficiency with construction tracking apps and project management tools (Procore, Vitruvi, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations for aerial and underground fiber construction, including directional drilling and cable placement.
• Supervise in-house crews and subcontractors, set targets, monitor workflow, and resolve field conflicts.
• Participate in on-call rotations for emergency restorations and rapid deployments.
• Ensure QA/QC through pre-construction inspections, final walkthroughs, and accurate as-builts.

Skills

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety

FTTH topology knowledge

OTDR/Splicing Readings

Project tracking & field supervision

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s in construction management or engineering

Tools

Procore

Vitruvi

Excel

Job description

Fiber Network Services is a communications contractor offering a full range of fiber optic and cable network services. Servicing Cox Communications, Comcast Cable, Segra and Suddenlink in the States of Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Tennessee, Florida, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and in Washington D.C., we are a trusted resource for cabling and maintaining high-speed internet connectivity via fiber optic and coaxial systems.

We are seeking a highly skilled Fiber Construction Supervisor to lead our Roanoke, VA field operations and oversee the successful execution of outside plant (OSP) fiber optic network deployments. In this role, you will be the driving force on the ground, direct-line supervising a dedicated team of Construction Coordinators, as well as managing both in-house crews and subcontractors. You will ensure all projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to precise engineering specifications. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical knowledge of both aerial and underground fiber construction techniques, pairs it with excellent leadership and administrative skills, and is comfortable making real-time field decisions to keep production moving forward.

Job Responsibilities: (But not limited to)

Leadership & Team Management

• Provide direct supervision, mentorship, and guidance to a team of constructioncoordinators.
• Delegate tasks and project areas to construction coordinators, trackingtheir performanceand professional development.
• Review daily logs, structural tracking data, and field update metrics prepared byconstruction coordinators.
• Serve as the escalation point for coordinators resolving vendor, client, or technical issues.

Field Supervision & Quality Control

• Oversee daily field operations for both aerial and underground fiber construction activities,including directional boring, trenching, missile boring, and strand/cable placement.
• Manage in-house crews and subcontractors, providing clear operational targets, checkingworkflow, and resolving field-level conflicts.
• Enforce rigid QA/QC standards by performing pre-construction field walkouts, criticalphase inspections, and final walk-throughs with customers or inspectors.
• Verify as-built documentation and construction prints for absolute accuracy beforecloseout packages are submitted.

On-Call & Emergency Restoration

• Participate in a rotational on-call schedule to provide 24/7 response capabilities foremergency network restorations, fiber cuts, and urgent infrastructure issues.
• Coordinate swift field deployment of repair crews, materials, and coordinators during off hours emergency incidents.
• Communicate real-time restoration updates to project managers, network operationscenters, and corporate clients during critical outages.

Project Coordination & Administration

• Read and interpret telecom blueprints, engineering designs, splicing schematics, and CATVconstruction drawings.
• Coordinate utility locates (811), right-of-way (ROW) access, and maintenance of traffic(MOT) permits.
• Track daily production metrics and log progress reports via project management systems toensure alignment with the master project schedule.
• Manage material logistics, verifying inventory allocations on-site and ensuring machineryand vehicles are properly maintained.

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain an incident-free work environment by strictly enforcing OSHA regulations,company safety guidelines, and proper PPE utilization.
• Conduct daily tailgate safety meetings and document safety audits or job-hazardassessments.
• Identify potential field hazards or environmental hazards in real time and take correctiveaction up to and including halting production.

Qualifications & Skills

Required Experience & Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineeringis a plus.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in telecom, broadband, or Outside Plant (OSP) fiberoptic construction supervision.
• Proven experience managing or supervising field-level personnel, such as constructioncoordinators, inspectors, or crew leads.
• Track record managing heavy civil or mechanical utility subcontractors (e.g., directionaldrilling or aerial linemen crews).
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record (CDL preferred).

Technical Skills & Certifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification required (or must obtain within 30 days ofhire).
• Deep understanding of FTTH (Fiber-to-the-Home), middle-mile, or long-haul networktopology.
• Competency in reading splicing matrices, OTDR trace reports, and light meter readings.
• Proficient with mobile construction tracking apps, spreadsheets, or project managementsoftware (e.g., Procore, Vitruvi, or Excel).

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in diverse weather conditions and stand, walk, or traverse uneventerrain for extended periods.
• Willingness to travel frequently to various regional project footprints as required.
• Flexibility to respond to emergency restoration or network outage calls during assigned on call rotations
• 401k plan
• Dental and Health Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• Casual office environment

We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.