Telecom Field Construction Lead

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Technical Services in North America seeks a Superintendent to lead daily field operations, ensuring projects are on schedule and within budget while upholding safety and quality standards on site.

You will supervise field staff and subcontractors, coordinate resources, and drive milestones with an emphasis on safety, planning, and clear communication.

This role requires 1–5 years of supervisory construction experience and a 2-year diploma; military construction background is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1 to 5 years of construction experience as a supervisor, lead hand, or in a similar supervisory role
• Knowledge of underground fiber instillation methods is a plus. (Plow and Horizontal Directional Drill, HDD)
• Two-year college, trade, or technical diploma (preferred)
• Understanding of current construction practices, documents, costs, and budgets
• Ability to plan and manage project schedules, developing solutions for moderate situations within defined guidelines
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders while building and managing a diverse team
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Military experience equivalent to 12N Horizontal Construction Engineer and/or 12H Construction Engineering Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Ensure all construction activities comply with approved plans, specifications, shop drawings, building codes, and established quality standards including oversight of PQP requirements and testing
• Champion site safety by enforcing corporate and regulatory standards, leading safety meetings, and supporting development of the Project Specific Safety Program (PSSP)
• Monitor short-term schedules, estimate activity durations and material needs, and track progress to meet project milestones and completion dates
• Direct field staff and coordinate labor, equipment, and subcontractor resources to achieve project goals related to safety, schedule, and quality
• Supervise craft workers and subcontractors, providing guidance and maintaining accountability for performance and site expectations
• Manage procurement tasks such as preparing purchase requisitions and reviewing supplier and subcontractor invoices

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Communication

Scheduling

Teamwork

Education

Two-year college diploma

Job description

Ledcor Technical Services in North America seeks a Superintendent to lead daily field operations, ensuring projects are on schedule and within budget while upholding safety and quality standards on site.

You will supervise field staff and subcontractors, coordinate resources, and drive milestones with an emphasis on safety, planning, and clear communication.

This role requires 1–5 years of supervisory construction experience and a 2-year diploma; military construction background is a plus.