OSP Construction Supervisor (Heavy Travel)

TekCom Resources, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TekCom Resources, Inc. seeks an experienced OSP Construction Supervisor to oversee FTTH and long-haul fiber projects across the United States. The role leads 2–3 field crews, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery while coordinating with project managers and customers.

Travel-intensive position requiring four weeks in the field followed by one remote week. Strong knowledge of underground and aerial fiber construction and related equipment is essential.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of telecommunications outside plant (OSP) construction experience.
• Experience supervising multiple field crews on FTTH, backbone, middle-mile, or long-haul fiber projects.
• Strong knowledge of underground fiber construction including directional drilling, plowing, trenching, conduit installation, and restoration.
• Experience with aerial fiber construction and utility pole infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility prints, permits, and engineering packages.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily activities of 2-3 construction crews performing underground and aerial fiber optic construction.
• Coordinate field activities with Construction Managers, Project Managers, subcontractors, utility companies, and customers.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and customer construction standards.
• Monitor daily production, crew performance, quality, and project progress.
• Conduct daily field inspections to verify workmanship, productivity, and adherence to engineering designs.
• Provide technical guidance and direction to field crews regarding construction methods and best practices.
• Assist in scheduling labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor resources.
• Identify construction issues and work with project leadership to develop timely solutions.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, production quantities, safety documentation, and project records.
• Perform site visits including: Pre-construction meetings Daily construction inspections Quality assurance reviews Punch list inspections Project closeout inspections.
• Ensure proper restoration practices are followed and completed to customer specifications.
• Verify all work complies with local permitting requirements, utility standards, and traffic control regulations.
• Assist with subcontractor production tracking and invoice verification.
• Support weekly progress meetings with customers and internal project teams.
• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring crews follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies.

Skills

Field supervision

Safety leadership

Communication

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Travel readiness

Tools

Directional drilling

Plows

Trenchers

Mini excavators

Aerial construction equipment

Job description

OSP Construction Supervisor –FTTH & Long-Haul Fiber We are seeking an experienced OSP Construction Supervisor to oversee daily field construction activities for Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) and long‑haul fiber optic projects throughout the United States. This position is responsible for supervising approximately 2-3 underground and/or aerial construction crews while ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with customer quality standards. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years of telecommunications construction experience with a strong background in underground and aerial fiber construction. This is a travel‑intensive position requiring extended field assignments, typically four consecutive weeks in the field followed by one week working remotely from home. Candidates should possess hands‑on knowledge of OSP construction equipment including directional drill rigs, plows, trenchers, mini excavators, and aerial construction equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily activities of 2-3 construction crews performing underground and aerial fiber optic construction.
• Coordinate field activities with Construction Managers, Project Managers, subcontractors, utility companies, and customers.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and customer construction standards.
• Monitor daily production, crew performance, quality, and project progress.
• Conduct daily field inspections to verify workmanship, productivity, and adherence to engineering designs.
• Provide technical guidance and direction to field crews regarding construction methods and best practices.
• Assist in scheduling labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor resources.
• Identify construction issues and work with project leadership to develop timely solutions.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, production quantities, safety documentation, and project records.
• Perform site visits including: Pre‑construction meetings Daily construction inspections Quality assurance reviews Punch list inspections Project closeout inspections.
• Ensure proper restoration practices are followed and completed to customer specifications.
• Verify all work complies with local permitting requirements, utility standards, and traffic control regulations.
• Assist with subcontractor production tracking and invoice verification.
• Support weekly progress meetings with customers and internal project teams.
• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring crews follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies.

Required Qualifications

• 5-10 years of telecommunications outside plant (OSP) construction experience.
• Experience supervising multiple field crews on FTTH, backbone, middle‑mile, or long‑haul fiber projects.
• Strong knowledge of underground fiber construction including directional drilling, plowing, trenching, conduit installation, and restoration.
• Experience with aerial fiber construction and utility pole infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of OSP construction equipment including drill rigs, plows, trenchers, mini excavators, and related equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility prints, permits, and engineering packages.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience working directly with subcontractors and field personnel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and mobile construction reporting applications.
• Ability to work independently in fast‑paced construction environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred at the time of hire.
• Candidates without a CDL must obtain one within the first 90 days of employment.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Experience supporting rural broadband or BEAD-funded fiber construction projects.
• Knowledge of utility locating, restoration, permitting, and traffic control practices.

Travel Requirements

• Travel required: 75%-80% throughout the United States.
• Typical work rotation consists of four (4) weeks in the field followed by one (1) week working remotely from home.
• Must be willing to stay away from home for up to 30 consecutive days.
• Valid driver's license required.

Physical Requirements

• Position is primarily field-based and requires working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Frequent walking over uneven terrain and active construction sites.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb, and inspect construction work throughout the day.
• Regular use of hands and arms to operate mobile devices, measuring tools, and construction equipment.
• Exposure to construction noise, dust, heavy equipment, and changing weather conditions.
• Ability to safely work around active construction crews and heavy machinery while maintaining situational awareness.

TekCom Resources is an Equal Opportunity Emplorer.