Senior Fiber Optic Construction Superintendent

Kiewit; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision

Retirement plans with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is seeking a Fiberoptic Superintendent to lead fiber optic construction activities from field supervision.

The role requires ensuring safety, coordinating underground and aerial fiber installations, splicing, testing, and commissioning, and guiding crews to meet schedule and budget goals. The position is based in Boston, MA or Virginia Beach, VA, with relocation support as needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of telecommunications or fiber optic construction experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience leading field construction crews.
• Strong understanding of fiber optic installation methods, splicing and testing procedures, and termination of fiber cables.
• Experience interpreting construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of safety and ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Conduct daily safety meetings, JHAs, and site inspections.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
• Ensure all craft personnel are trained and equipped to perform work safely.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all fiber optic construction activities (underground/aerial, conduits, fiber pulling, splicing, testing/commissioning).
• Develop and execute short-term and long-term work plans.
• Monitor production rates and address schedule impacts.
• Coordinate work with utility owners, contractors, inspectors, and clients.
• Directly supervise foremen, splicers, technicians, and craft personnel.

Skills

Fiber optic installation

Fiber splicing

Fiber testing

Leadership / supervision

Travel willingness

Reading drawings & specs

Tools

OTDR testing

Fiber certification

Job description

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is seeking a Fiberoptic Superintendent to lead fiber optic construction activities from field supervision.

The role requires ensuring safety, coordinating underground and aerial fiber installations, splicing, testing, and commissioning, and guiding crews to meet schedule and budget goals. The position is based in Boston, MA or Virginia Beach, VA, with relocation support as needed.