Underground Fiber Construction Lead

McCall Thomas Engineering Inc.; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Company-paid health insurance premiums

Company-paid long-term disability

Company-paid life insurance

401k plan with employer contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Stock ownership opportunities

Job summary

McCall-Thomas Engineering Company, Inc. is seeking a full-time Fiber Construction Underground Foreman to lead and coordinate underground fiber optic projects from the Orangeburg, SC main office with travel to multiple locations in the Southeast.

The role oversees field crews, equipment, and subcontractors while ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. Responsibilities include reviewing plans, conducting site inspections, maintaining quality control, and producing

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Experience in fiber design, construction, inspection, splicing, testing and troubleshooting preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean record and CDL Class A.

Responsibilities

• Supervise underground fiber construction crews and subcontractors.
• Coordinate drilling, trenching, plowing, and conduit installation activities.
• Ensure OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards are followed and enforced.
• Read utility maps and fiber network designs; ensure project plans are followed.
• Manage daily schedules, workforce assignments, and project resources.
• Monitor productivity, quality, and budget performance.
• Coordinate utility locates and protect existing facilities.
• Conduct safety meetings and field inspections; maintain reports and as-built records.

Skills

Fiber Optic Construction

Underground Utilities

Directional Drilling/Boring

Crew Leadership

Project Scheduling

Safety Management

Utility Coordination

Construction Documentation

Equipment Operation

Quality Assurance

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

McCall-Thomas Engineering Company, Inc. is seeking a full-time Fiber Construction Underground Foreman to lead and coordinate underground fiber optic projects from the Orangeburg, SC main office with travel to multiple locations in the Southeast.

The role oversees field crews, equipment, and subcontractors while ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. Responsibilities include reviewing plans, conducting site inspections, maintaining quality control, and producing