OSP Field Construction Manager

Swoon; Alabama; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Swoon is seeking an experienced OSP Field Construction Manager to lead the execution of a growing fiber network across Central Alabama. This hands-on leadership role oversees field activities, contractor performance, safety, and quality, turning engineering designs into safe, high-quality infrastructure.

You will direct installation of OSP facilities (aerial, underground, buried), coordinate with project managers and crews, ensure on-time, within-budget delivery, review splicing diagrams, and

Qualifications

• 4+ years hands-on telecommunications OSP construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of fiber construction methods and outside plant infrastructure.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Ability to navigate HES systems used to track service orders and facility records.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel within Central Alabama.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee installation of OSP fiber facilities, including aerial, underground, and buried plant.
• Coordinate daily field activities with Project Managers, construction contractors, splicing teams, and locate vendors.
• Ensure construction and splicing activities are completed safely, accurately, on schedule, and within budget.
• Review and distribute splicing diagrams and construction packages to contractors.
• Assist contractors with complex builds, design clarifications, and field-based issue resolution.
• Oversee safety, quality control inspections and compliance with NEC and RUS codes.

Skills

4+ years OSP construction

Fiber construction methods

Microsoft Excel

HES systems navigation

Job description

OSP Field Construction Manager — Central Alabama

Compensation: $65,000–$85,000/year + company vehicle + bonus + full benefit

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We are seeking a Field Construction Manager to lead the successful execution of a growing outside plant (OSP) fiber network throughout the Central Alabama marke

t.This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing field execution, contractor performance, quality control, safety, and team development. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in telecommunications OSP construction and the ability to turn engineering designs into safe, high-quality, operational fiber infrastructur

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Key Responsibilit

iesConstruction & Field Execut

• ionDirect and oversee the installation of OSP fiber facilities, including aerial, underground, and buried pl
• antCoordinate daily field activities with Project Managers, construction contractors, splicing teams, and locate vend
• orsEnsure construction and splicing activities are completed safely, accurately, on schedule, and within bud
• getReview and distribute splicing diagrams and construction packages to contract
• orsAssist contractors with complex builds, design clarifications, and field-based issue resolut

ion
Safety, Quality & Compli

• anceOversee safety for all field construction activities and ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirem
• entsPerform quality control inspections across various plant types and construction met
• hodsEnsure adherence to applicable RUS and NEC codes related to OSP construction and mainten
• anceIdentify construction defects, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring is

sues
Leadership & People Manag

• ementLead, coach, and develop Construction Engineers, Construction Leaders, Construction Assistants, and assigned contra
• ctorsConduct skills assessments and identify training needs to improve team perfor
• manceSet clear expectations, drive accountability, and motivate teams to exceed performance
• goalsRecommend personnel actions, including promotions, disciplinary actions, and pay adjustments, as approp
• riateComplete timely performance evaluations using measurable, objective cri
• teriaEnsure onboarding, training, and ongoing development plans are in place for direct re

ports
Operational Improvement & Rep

• ortingEvalue new OSP products, construction methods, and designs for potential implemen
• tationTrack field progress, quality metrics, safety incidents, and contractor perfo
• rmanceProvide weekly status reports to the Director, including risks, issues, and mitigation
• plansSupport additional operational initiatives as

needed
Required Qualifi

• cations4+ years of hands-on telecommunications OSP construction experience, including installation, repair, and main
• tenanceStrong working knowledge of fiber construction methods and outside plant infrast
• ructureProficiency with Microsoft Office, particularl
• y ExcelAbility to navigate HES systems used to track service orders, trouble tickets, and facility
• recordsWorking knowledge of RUS and NEC codes applicable to OSP const
• ructionValid driver's license and ability to travel within assigned

markets
Preferred Qualif

• icationsPrior team lead or supervisory experience in OSP construction and mai
• ntenanceExperience managing multiple contractors and field crews simult
• aneouslyStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, field-based d