Telecom Fiber Construction Manager

VERITA TELECOMMUNICATIONS; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Health plans (PPO/HMO/HSA)

Job summary

Verita Telecommunications (VTC) seeks a talented Construction Manager to oversee fiber and telecom construction projects from planning through completion. You will lead field crews, subcontractors, and project teams to deliver safe, on-time, and high-quality results.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in underground fiber construction, strong leadership, and the ability to solve field challenges efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing telecommunications or fiber construction projects.
• Ability to lead field crews and coordinate subcontractors.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving in field environments.
• Knowledge of underground fiber construction and ability to read maps/drawings.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service when interfacing with clients and addressing escalated issues.
• Direct and coordinate the activities of multiple field crews and job sites.
• Manage construction projects from start to completion while ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Schedule crews, assign work, and monitor project progress against deadlines.
• Supervise construction supervisors and ensure work quality and production targets are met.
• Promote and enforce safe work practices while maintaining a strong safety culture.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, maps, blueprints, contracts, specifications, and bid documents.
• Identify and resolve design or blueprint issues prior to and during construction.
• Oversee subcontractor work, maintain subcontractor relationships, and ensure contractual compliance.
• Participate in project estimating, bidding, contract negotiations, and change order preparation.
• Report daily production and project updates to senior management.
• Participate in operational meetings with leadership, peers, and clients.
• Assist underground construction crews in the field from a supervisory perspective when necessary.
• Ensure all vehicles, equipment, and personnel under supervision are managed responsibly.
• Implement and monitor quality control methods to ensure high-quality work.
• Provide recommendations for improving operational efficiencies and project quality.
• Participate in recruiting and hiring processes for field personnel.
• Occasional travel and weekend work hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Field operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Verita Telecommunications (VTC) seeks a talented Construction Manager to oversee fiber and telecom construction projects from planning through completion. You will lead field crews, subcontractors, and project teams to deliver safe, on-time, and high-quality results.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in underground fiber construction, strong leadership, and the ability to solve field challenges efficiently in a fast-paced environment.