Telecom & Fiber Ops Manager — Lead Field Projects

TekCom Resources, Inc.; Canton (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TekCom Resources, Inc. is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily field operations, construction crews, and project performance for a telecommunications infrastructure organization in Canton, TX.

The role requires strong leadership in OSP fiber deployment, safety, and scheduling to maintain budget and schedule across multiple projects. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years in telecom construction, fiber optics, and field operations leadership, with proficiency in MS Office

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5–10 years of experience in telecommunications construction, fiber optic infrastructure, OSP construction, utility construction, or a related field.
• Proven experience supervising multiple construction crews, field teams, or projects.
• Strong understanding of construction operations, scheduling, production management, and resource allocation.
• Knowledge of construction safety practices, quality standards, and OSHA requirements.
• Ability to monitor project performance, manage competing priorities, and resolve operational challenges.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and travel to active construction sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across multiple telecommunications construction projects, field crews, and operational locations.
• Manage project schedules, workforce assignments, equipment, materials, and subcontractor resources to meet production goals.
• Supervise field personnel and construction supervisors, ensuring accountability for productivity, workmanship, safety, and performance.
• Monitor daily production quantities, project milestones, labor utilization, and overall operational efficiency.
• Oversee applicable aerial and underground fiber construction activities, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and customer requirements.
• Conduct regular field visits to evaluate progress, resolve construction challenges, and maintain quality standards.
• Track project costs, labor expenses, equipment utilization, and material consumption to support budget and profitability goals.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineering teams, customers, and subcontractors to maintain schedules and resolve operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety procedures, and applicable construction standards.
• Oversee administrative functions, including timesheets, production reports, material tracking, billing documentation, and safety records.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational processes, crew productivity, and overall project performance.
• Provide operational updates and performance reports to senior leadership.

Skills

Telecom construction

Fiber optic

Leadership

Scheduling

Budget management

Education

High school diploma

Construction Management degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Field reporting

Job description

TekCom Resources, Inc. is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily field operations, construction crews, and project performance for a telecommunications infrastructure organization in Canton, TX.

The role requires strong leadership in OSP fiber deployment, safety, and scheduling to maintain budget and schedule across multiple projects. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years in telecom construction, fiber optics, and field operations leadership, with proficiency in MS Office