Construction Manager

*OSP Construction Manager - Data Center Fiber Construction*
*Location:* Fort Wayne, IN
*Salary:* $90,000 - $100,000
*Travel Territory:* St. Marys, OH to Decatur, IN (1 Opening)
*Travel Territory* Decatur, IN to Huntington, IN (1 Opening)
*MUST HAVE*

* OSP fiber construction experience
* Experience managing OSP Inspectors and construction vendors
* Underground fiber construction experience including directional boring, trenching, conduit placement, handholes, vaults, and restoration
* Experience overseeing multiple active construction projects simultaneously
* Ability to read and interpret fiber construction drawings and project documentation
* Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout the territory
*Position Overview*
Our client is seeking an OSP Construction Manager to oversee large-scale fiber infrastructure projects supporting data center connectivity between St. Marys, OH and Decatur, IN. This individual will be responsible for managing OSP Inspectors, driving contractor performance, ensuring construction quality, and maintaining project schedules across the market.
The ideal candidate comes from a fiber construction background and has experience leading field teams, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and according to design standards.
*Responsibilities*

* Manage and support OSP Inspectors throughout the territory
* Oversee underground fiber construction activities including directional boring, trenching, conduit installation, handholes, vaults, fiber placement, and restoration
* Monitor contractor performance, quality, production, and schedule adherence
* Review inspector reports, field documentation, photos, and construction updates
* Coordinate with engineering, permitting, construction, and operations teams
* Identify project risks and drive timely resolution of construction issues
* Ensure compliance with construction standards, engineering designs, and safety requirements
* Conduct field visits and quality audits as needed
* Track project progress and provide updates to leadership
* Support project turnover and closeout activities
*Required Qualifications*

* 5+ years of OSP fiber construction experience
* 2+ years of Construction Management, Project Management, or field leadership experience
* Experience managing inspectors, contractors, or construction crews
* Strong understanding of underground fiber construction methods
* Ability to read fiber construction prints, splice diagrams, and as-built documentation
* Strong communication and organizational skills
*Preferred Qualifications*

* Fiber-to-data-center construction experience
* Long-haul, backbone, or middle-mile fiber project experience
* Broadband or telecom construction background
*Ideal Backgrounds*

* OSP Construction Manager
* Fiber Construction Supervisor
* OSP Project Manager
* OSP Inspector ready to step into management
* Utility Construction Supervisor
* Broadband Construction Manager
*Job Type & Location*This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.
*Pay and Benefits*The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $48.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

* Medical, dental & vision
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
* Short and long-term disability
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
*Workplace Type*This is a fully onsite position in Fort Wayne,IN.
*Application Deadline*This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 2026.

About TEKsystems


We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services


We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

*San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:* Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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