Senior FTTH Project Leader - Field Operations

TekCom Resources, Inc.; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TekCom Resources, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead FTTH construction projects in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

You will supervise end-to-end fiber deployments, coordinate field operations, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence across aerial and underground work. This hands-on leadership role requires managing multiple vendors and stakeholders, maintaining a strong field presence, and delivering projects that meet client specifications and regulatory requirements in a

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of telecommunications construction project management experience.
• 10+ years managing FTTH or OSP fiber construction projects.
• Strong experience overseeing both aerial and underground fiber construction.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale broadband or fiber deployment programs.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client relationships.
• Strong understanding of OSP construction practices, permitting, utility coordination, and restoration.
• Experience managing multiple vendors and field teams simultaneously.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of FTTH construction projects including aerial and underground fiber deployments.
• Manage all phases of construction including planning, mobilization, construction, restoration, closeout, and turnover.
• Provide onsite project leadership and maintain an active field presence throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure project objectives, milestones, and deliverables are achieved safely, efficiently, and on time.
• Drive accountability across internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource plans.
• Monitor project performance and proactively identify risks, delays, and cost impacts.
• Track project progress against timelines and financial targets.
• Lead project status meetings and provide regular reporting to executive leadership and clients.
• Manage change orders, scope modifications, and budget adjustments.
• Oversee aerial and underground OSP construction activities including fiber placement, directional boring, trenching, pole line construction, strand and lash operations, splicing coordination, restoration activities.
• Ensure construction quality meets engineering standards, client specifications, and applicable codes.
• Coordinate with utility companies, municipalities, permitting agencies, and inspectors as needed.
• Verify adherence to OSHA safety standards and company safety policies.
• Manage subcontractors, construction vendors, and field crews to ensure productivity and quality expectations are met.
• Conduct field audits, progress reviews, and quality inspections.
• Evaluate contractor performance and enforce contractual obligations.
• Coordinate material deliveries, equipment allocation, and workforce planning.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client communications and project updates.
• Build strong relationships with customers, local agencies, and project stakeholders.
• Facilitate issue resolution and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Present project updates, risks, and mitigation plans to leadership and clients.

Skills

FTTH construction management

OSP coordination

Budget & scheduling

Vendor management

Safety compliance

Field leadership

Client engagement

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

TekCom Resources, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead FTTH construction projects in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

You will supervise end-to-end fiber deployments, coordinate field operations, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence across aerial and underground work. This hands-on leadership role requires managing multiple vendors and stakeholders, maintaining a strong field presence, and delivering projects that meet client specifications and regulatory requirements in a