Senior FTTH Program/Project Manager – $135K-$150K + Vehicle | Rahway, NJ

TekCom Resources, Inc.; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Medical, vision, and dental plans

Job summary

TekCom Resources, Inc. seeks a Senior Program/Project Manager with deep FTTH field knowledge to oversee day-to-day field activities in New Jersey and drive fiber builds statewide.

You will lead field technicians and subcontractors, with GC experience strongly preferred, and step in to lead immediately. This hands-on role covers conduit placement to splicing, requires strict safety and quality standards, and frequent leadership reporting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in fiber construction, FTTH builds, or OSP field management.
• Experience managing project financials, including P&L responsibility.
• Strong field experience—understands the work, crews, and day-to-day realities of OSP construction.
• GC experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of conduit construction, fiber placement methods, and splicing workflows.
• Ability to read construction drawings, fiber maps, and splice documentation.
• Proven experience managing field technicians or subcontractor crews.
• Knowledge of OSP construction standards, safety practices, and quality control.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally throughout New Jersey.
• Experience with FTTH deployments for ISPs, utilities, or engineering firms.
• Familiarity with make-ready, permitting, and utility coordination.
• Background in OSP inspection, QC, or construction auditing.
• Must have current work authorization in the U.S. — no visa sponsorship, transfer, OPT, or C2C available.

Responsibilities

• Manage the financial end of assigned projects, including P&L oversight, cost control, forecasting, and budget adherence
• Lead FTTH construction activities including conduit installation, fiber placement, splicing, and restoration
• Interpret and work from construction prints, fiber design packages, and redlines
• Oversee and coordinate field crews, subcontractors, and technicians to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality work
• Conduct site walks, verify as-builts, and ensure adherence to project specifications and industry standards
• Monitor project timelines, production goals, and daily progress; escalate risks or delays as needed
• Ensure compliance with local permitting, right-of-way requirements, and utility coordination
• Track materials, equipment needs, and job readiness for assigned work zones
• Provide regular reporting to leadership on construction status, issues, and milestones

Skills

FTTH

OSP

Conduit

Fiber Placement

Make Ready

Splicing

Construction Management

General Contractor

Field Supervision

Telecom Construction

FTTP

HFC

Aerial

Underground

NESC

ROW

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Program/Project Manager with deep, hands-on field knowledge of Fiber to the Home (FTTH) construction. This role oversees day-to-day field activities, ensures construction quality, and drives successful delivery of fiber builds across New Jersey. The ideal candidate understands the full lifecycle of fiber construction — from conduit placement to splicing — and can effectively lead field technicians and subcontractors. Previous experience with a General Contractor (GC) is strongly preferred. This is an urgent need — we're looking for someone who can step in and lead immediately.

Responsibilities

• Manage the financial end of assigned projects, including P&L oversight, cost control, forecasting, and budget adherence
• Lead and manage FTTH construction activities including conduit installation, fiber placement, splicing, and restoration
• Interpret and work from construction prints, fiber design packages, and redlines
• Oversee and coordinate field crews, subcontractors, and technicians to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality work
• Conduct site walks, verify as-builts, and ensure adherence to project specifications and industry standards
• Monitor project timelines, production goals, and daily progress; escalate risks or delays as needed
• Ensure compliance with local permitting, right-of-way requirements, and utility coordination
• Track materials, equipment needs, and job readiness for assigned work zones
• Provide regular reporting to leadership on construction status, issues, and milestones

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in fiber construction, FTTH builds, or OSP field management
• Experience managing project financials, including P&L responsibility
• Strong, proven field experience — understands the work, the crews, and day-to-day realities of OSP construction
• Previous experience with a General Contractor (GC) strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of conduit construction, fiber placement methods, and splicing workflows
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, fiber maps, and splice documentation
• Proven experience managing field technicians or subcontractor crews
• Knowledge of OSP construction standards, safety practices, and quality control
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally throughout New Jersey
• Experience with FTTH deployments for ISPs, utilities, or engineering firms
• Familiarity with make-ready, permitting, and utility coordination
• Background in OSP inspection, QC, or construction auditing
• Must have current work authorization in the U.S. — no visa sponsorship, transfer, OPT, or C2C available

Key Skills

FTTH, OSP, Outside Plant, Conduit, Fiber Placement, Make Ready, Splicing, Construction Management, General Contractor, Field Supervision, Telecom Construction, FTTP, HFC, Aerial, Underground (UG), NESC, ROW

Medical, vision, and dental plan options for employees and families; 401(k) eligibility after meeting enrollment criteria; company vehicle provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TekCom Resources is an equal opportunity employer.