Telecom Field Operations Lead

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Technical Services, a leader in North American telecom network construction, seeks a Superintendent to lead daily field operations. You will ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to high quality, while enforcing safety and quality controls on site.

You will manage field staff, coordinate with contractors and trades, and drive progress toward milestones across multiple project sites nationwide.

Qualifications

• 1 to 5 years of construction experience in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of underground fiber installation methods (plow and HDD).
• Two-year college, trade, or technical diploma preferred.
• Understanding of current construction practices, costs, and budgets.
• Ability to plan and manage project schedules and develop solutions.
• Effective communication with multiple stakeholders and diverse teams.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Military experience equivalent to 12N/HHC Construction Engineer or Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Ensure activities comply with approved plans, specs, codes and QA standards.
• Champion site safety; enforce standards and lead safety program development.
• Monitor schedules, durations, material needs, and progress to milestones.
• Direct field staff; coordinate labor, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Supervise craft workers and subs; maintain performance and site expectations.
• Manage procurement tasks; prepare requisitions and review invoices.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Underground fiber knowledge

Project scheduling

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Military experience (12N/12H)

Budgeting / cost control

Education

Two-year college diploma (preferred)

Job description

Ledcor Technical Services, a leader in North American telecom network construction, seeks a Superintendent to lead daily field operations. You will ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to high quality, while enforcing safety and quality controls on site.

You will manage field staff, coordinate with contractors and trades, and drive progress toward milestones across multiple project sites nationwide.