Superintendent

Ledcor; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Job summary

Ledcor Technical Services seeks a Superintendent to lead field operations on telecom construction projects in the United States. You will ensure projects stay on schedule, within budget, and meet the highest quality standards while supervising field staff, contractors, and tradespeople.

This is a site-based role with 80% travel across multiple states; leadership will keep projects moving smoothly. Ledcor offers a competitive rewards package and a focus on safety and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years experience as a telecommunications construction superintendent.
• Experience in HDD; underground fiber installation a plus.
• Post-secondary study in Construction, Engineering or related discipline is an asset.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specs, and current practices.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to supervise craft workers and subcontractors.
• Strong problem-solving and planning abilities.
• Site-based role requiring travel across states.

Responsibilities

• Will ensure projects meet approved plans, specs, and building codes.
• Leads development of Project Quality Plans and Safety Programs; oversees investigations.
• Reviews and updates construction schedules; addresses delays.
• Estimates activity durations and materials for complex projects.
• Tracks financial aspects of the project.
• Participates in subcontractor and supplier selection, procurement, and negotiations.
• Sets priorities and allocates resources for the entire field team.
• Provides leadership and mentorship to project staff and superintendents.

Skills

Telecom construction

Leadership

Safety programs

Project scheduling

Communication

Education

Construction/Engineering education

Job description

These positions represent future opportunities. Please be advised that it may be several weeks before we initiate contact.

Ledcor Technical Services has been building and servicing communication networks for customers across North America since 1979. Utilizing our broad expertise and experience, we customize solutions to best meet our client's needs. We act as a key partner for our clients by delivering exceptional quality, reliability, and safety in all that we do.

As a Superintendent with Ledcor Technical Services, you will take the lead in our daily field operations. You will ensure that projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. In this role, you will execute project plans and schedules, uphold site safety and quality control, and manage the work of field staff, contractors, and tradespeople. Your leadership will be central to keeping our projects running smoothly and successfully.

Join our True Blue team today and help build the networks of tomorrow

Essential Responsibilities:

• Will ensure projects meet approved plans, specifications, and building codes
• Leads the development of Project Quality Plans and Safety Programs, and oversees incident investigations
• Reviews and updates construction schedules, addresses delays, and contributes to project schedules
• Estimates activity durations and materials for complex projects
• Working knowledge of reporting and tracking of financial aspects of the project
• Participates in subcontractor and supplier selection, procurement and negotiations
• Will set priorities and allocate resources as needed for the entire field team
• Provides leadership and mentorship to project staff and Superintendents

Qualifications:

• 1 to 3 years of experience in as a Telecommunications construction Superintendent
• Experience in underground fiber instillation methods is a plus. (Plow and Horizontal Directional Drill, HDD)
• Post-secondary education in Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline is an asset
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, and current construction practices
• Effective Communication and leadership skills
• Ability to directly supervise craft employees as well as sub-contractors
• Problem-solving abilities and the capacity to anticipate and address issues
• Strong organizational and planning skills

Working Conditions:

• This is a site-based position
• Travel required throughout multiple states
• 80% travel

Additional Information

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair.

Ledcor has been recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well-being. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page .

All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Ledcor participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Link to: https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify