Telecom Field Lead — Data Center Infra

Kiewit; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement plan with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an experienced Telecommunications Superintendent to lead field execution for telecom infrastructure on a major data center project in Abilene, Texas. You will supervise daily on‑site telecom activities, coordinate fiber/copper cabling, and ensure work is safe, on schedule, and within budget.

You will collaborate with Project Management, Engineering, Safety, and trade partners to deliver complex structured cabling and fiber systems in a fast‑paced data center environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supervising telecommunications or low‑voltage construction, preferably in data center or mission‑critical environments.
• Strong working knowledge of fiber optic and structured cabling systems, including pathways, racks, cabinets, and testing requirements.
• Proven ability to lead crews, coordinate trades, and execute work in fast‑paced, high‑accountability environments.
• Strong understanding of construction safety, quality control, and schedule management.
• Willingness to work project‑based in Abilene, Texas, with extended hours as required by project demands.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily on‑site supervision of telecommunications construction activities, serving as the primary field leader for telecom scopes.
• Plan, schedule, and execute work involving fiber optic and copper cabling, backbone systems, pathways, racks, cabinets, and equipment installation.
• Coordinate telecom work with electrical, mechanical, controls, and general construction teams to ensure proper sequencing and conflict resolution.
• Lead daily huddles, weekly look‑ahead planning, and manpower loading to meet aggressive project milestones.
• Enforce safety culture by leading safety meetings, JHAs, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and client safety requirements.
• Ensure telecom installations meet project specs, industry standards, and owner requirements.
• Conduct regular field inspections to verify workmanship, testing, labeling, and documentation standards.
• Monitor productivity, manpower, and material usage to support cost control and schedule adherence.
• Coordinate material deliveries and logistics to support just‑in‑time installation.
• Assist with quantity tracking, progress reporting, and identification of potential impacts or changes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop foremen, technicians, and craft personnel.
• Coordinate and oversee subcontractors and vendors performing telecom work.
• Partner with Project Managers and Field Engineers to resolve field issues and drive solutions.
• Interface with owners, commissioning teams, inspectors, and other stakeholders related to telecom scope.
• Support testing, commissioning, and turnover activities to meet data center operational readiness requirements.

Skills

Telecom supervision

Leadership

Fiber optic knowledge

Safety program knowledge

Stakeholder coordination

Tools

BICSI standards

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an experienced Telecommunications Superintendent to lead field execution for telecom infrastructure on a major data center project in Abilene, Texas. You will supervise daily on‑site telecom activities, coordinate fiber/copper cabling, and ensure work is safe, on schedule, and within budget.

You will collaborate with Project Management, Engineering, Safety, and trade partners to deliver complex structured cabling and fiber systems in a fast‑paced data center environment.