Telecom Field Superintendent — Lead Projects & Safety

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Technical Services in the United States is seeking a Telecommunications Construction Superintendent to lead daily field operations, ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget, and uphold safety and quality standards across multiple sites.

The role requires 1–3 years in telecom construction, knowledge of fiber installation methods, and strong leadership to manage field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers; 80% travel is expected.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in as a Telecommunications construction Superintendent
• Experience in underground fiber instillation methods is a plus. (Plow and Horizontal Directional Drill, HDD)
• Post-secondary education in Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline is an asset
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, and current construction practices
• Effective Communication and leadership skills
• Ability to directly supervise craft employees as well as sub-contractors
• Problem-solving abilities and the capacity to anticipate and address issues
• Strong organizational and planning skills

Responsibilities

• Will ensure projects meet approved plans, specifications, and building codes
• Leads the development of Project Quality Plans and Safety Programs, and oversees incident investigations
• Reviews and updates construction schedules, addresses delays, and contributes to project schedules
• Estimates activity durations and materials for complex projects
• Working knowledge of reporting and tracking of financial aspects of the project
• Participates in subcontractor and supplier selection, procurement and negotiations
• Will set priorities and allocate resources as needed for the entire field team
• Provides leadership and mentorship to project staff and Superintendents

Job description

Ledcor Technical Services in the United States is seeking a Telecommunications Construction Superintendent to lead daily field operations, ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget, and uphold safety and quality standards across multiple sites.

The role requires 1–3 years in telecom construction, knowledge of fiber installation methods, and strong leadership to manage field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers; 80% travel is expected.