Remote OSP Fiber Construction Inspector

TEKsystems; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Construction Inspector for a fully remote contract role with field responsibilities. The position is based out of Allen, TX, but offers remote work and requires comfort operating in outdoor environments while coordinating with field crews and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has expert-level experience in OSP fiber construction, permits, and field oversight, with strong communication skills to negotiate with contractors and clients.

Qualifications

• Experience reading prints and diagrams with station numbers and lat/long identifiers.
• Strong familiarity with Right of Ways and/or utility easements.
• Competent with laptops, spreadsheets, GIS maps, and other field tools in outside environments.
• Experience in underground utility design, oversight, or inspection.
• Experience negotiating with subcontractors, clients and the public.

Responsibilities

• Read prints and diagrams daily in the field using station numbers and coordinates.
• Identify and document Right of Ways and utility easements.
• Utilize laptops, spreadsheets, GIS maps and other field tools in outdoor environments.
• Oversee underground utility design, inspection, or construction as needed.
• Interacting with subcontractors, clients, and the public to negotiate and de-escalate where necessary.

Skills

OSP

Telecommunication

Fiber optic

Field construction

As-built

Permitting

Work orders

Regulatory

Project records

Construction

Interpersonal skills

Workflow

Job description

TEKsystems is seeking a Construction Inspector for a fully remote contract role with field responsibilities. The position is based out of Allen, TX, but offers remote work and requires comfort operating in outdoor environments while coordinating with field crews and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has expert-level experience in OSP fiber construction, permits, and field oversight, with strong communication skills to negotiate with contractors and clients.