Senior Fiber Construction Manager

Verità Telecommunications Corporation; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Various PPO/HMO/HSA plans

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Voluntary life insurance, accident, &

Job summary

Verita Telecommunications (VTC) seeks a Construction Manager to oversee fiber and telecom construction projects from planning through completion. This role manages field operations, supervisors, subcontractors, and crews to ensure safety, on-time delivery, and budget adherence.

The ideal candidate has fiber underground construction experience, strong leadership, and hands-on problem-solving. Requires a bachelor's degree preferred, 3–5 years of telecom project management, valid driver's license,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, ideally in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience managing telecommunications or fiber construction projects.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service when interfacing with clients and addressing escalated issues.
• Direct and coordinate the activities of multiple field crews and job sites.
• Manage construction projects from start to completion while ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Schedule crews, assign work, and monitor project progress against deadlines.
• Supervise construction supervisors and ensure work quality and production targets are met.
• Promote and enforce safe work practices while maintaining a strong safety culture.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, maps, blueprints, contracts, specifications, and bid documents.
• Identify and resolve design or blueprint issues prior to and during construction.
• Oversee subcontractor work, maintain subcontractor relationships, and ensure contractual compliance.
• Participate in project estimating, bidding, contract negotiations, and change order preparation.
• Report daily production and project updates to senior management.
• Participate in operational meetings with leadership, peers, and clients.
• Assist underground construction crews in the field from a supervisory perspective when necessary.
• Ensure all vehicles, equipment, and personnel under your supervision are managed responsibly.
• Implement and monitor quality control methods to ensure high-quality work.
• Provide recommendations for improving operational efficiencies and project quality.
• Participate in recruiting and hiring processes for field personnel.
• Occasional travel and weekend work hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Telecom construction standards

Underground fiber construction

Fiber splicing & telecom practices

Reading telecom maps & drawings

Troubleshooting in field

Multi-project management

Communication & leadership

Task prioritization

MS Office & project software

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Construction Management/Engineering

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project)

Project management software familiarity

Job description

Verita Telecommunications (VTC) seeks a Construction Manager to oversee fiber and telecom construction projects from planning through completion. This role manages field operations, supervisors, subcontractors, and crews to ensure safety, on-time delivery, and budget adherence.

The ideal candidate has fiber underground construction experience, strong leadership, and hands-on problem-solving. Requires a bachelor's degree preferred, 3–5 years of telecom project management, valid driver's license,