Senior Telecommunications Foreman | On-Site Project Lead

NextEdge; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEdge is seeking a Telecommunications Foreman to lead on-site telecom construction crews, coordinating daily activities to keep projects safe, on time, and within budget. This senior role requires advanced technical expertise and strong leadership.

You will supervise tower construction tasks, manage site documentation, ensure OSHA/EHS compliance, travel up to 50%, and develop crew skills while maintaining equipment readiness.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of telecommunications construction experience.
• Advanced understanding of construction drawings, RFDS, and technical documentation.
• Ability to obtain all required certifications such as RF awareness and rigging qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of tower technicians and other crew members engaged in construction, repair, and maintenance tasks.
• Act as the point of contact for on-site operations, maintaining open communication with internal and external project stakeholders.
• Oversee and actively participate in tower construction activities, including assembly, erection, antenna installation, grounding, testing, and system optimization.
• Ensure completion of site-specific closeout documentation and upload required files to customer platforms.
• Manage and maintain daily paperwork and administrative requirements for both the site and crew operations.
• Conduct and oversee testing activities, including sweep, PIM, and fiber testing, ensuring functionality and compliance with industry standards.
• Provide leadership and on-the-job training to crew members, fostering development and teamwork while promoting a safe working environment.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles, ensuring they remain in operational condition for project use.
• Operate specialized equipment and tools, including Capstan hoists, and rigging hardware, for advanced lifting and construction tasks.
• Model and ensure adherence to OSHA safety standards and EHS protocols, demonstrating a proactive commitment to workplace safety.

Education

High school diploma or GED

NWSA TTT2 certification

OSHA30 certification

First Aid AED/CPR certification

Tools

Capstan hoists

Job description

NextEdge is seeking a Telecommunications Foreman to lead on-site telecom construction crews, coordinating daily activities to keep projects safe, on time, and within budget. This senior role requires advanced technical expertise and strong leadership.

You will supervise tower construction tasks, manage site documentation, ensure OSHA/EHS compliance, travel up to 50%, and develop crew skills while maintaining equipment readiness.