OSP Construction Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Site Foreman oversees day-to-day field operations for fiber-optic infrastructure projects, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project specifications and industry standards. This role provides hands-on leadership to field crews, coordinates subcontractors, manages site logistics, and serves as the primary on-site point of contact for project managers and clients. The ideal candidate has strong technical knowledge of fiber construction methods and the ability to drive consistent productivity and quality across all phases of a project.

Key Metrics:

• On-time completion of construction milestones

• Compliance with safety standards and zero lost-time incidents

• Quality of fiber installation, splicing prep, and enclosure work

• Accurate daily reporting and documentation

• Effective crew management and productive work environment

• Minimal rework and adherence to project specifications

• Positive client and inspector feedback

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead field crews in the installation of fiber-optic infrastructure, including trenching, duct installation, conduit systems, hand holes, and aerial support where applicable.

• Coordinate daily work activities, ensuring proper sequencing, resource allocation, and adherence to project timelines.

• Enforce safety protocols and ensure all team members follow company and OSHA standards.

• Review plans, prints, and specifications to confirm accuracy and proactively resolve issues.

• Maintain clear communication with project managers, inspectors, subcontractors, and internal teams.

• Ensure high-quality workmanship that meets industry and company standards for fiber installation.

• Conduct on-site troubleshooting and problem-solving to keep construction moving efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and mentor crew members; assist with training on tools, equipment, and fiber-optic construction practices.

• Verify material quantities, manage site inventory, and coordinate deliveries and equipment needs.

• Perform and oversee installation of conduit, microduct, innerduct, pull strings, vaults, cabinets, and other fiber-related infrastructure.

• Support prep work for splicing, including labeling, slack storage, enclosure mounting, and pathway cleanliness.

• Ensure proper restoration of work areas, including asphalt, concrete, landscaping, and other surfaces per contract requirements.

• Document daily progress, redlines, safety observations, and issues using company-provided apps or logs.

• Conduct site walkouts with clients, inspectors, and internal stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in fiber-optic or telecom construction. · 1+ years in a leadership or crew-lead position. 

• Strong understanding of underground and/or aerial fiber construction methods. · Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility maps, and splice schedules.

• Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and proper use of PPE.

• Valid driver's license; ability to travel between job sites.

• Ability to perform physical labor in various outdoor conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in fiber construction with at least 2 years supervising crews.

• Experience with microtrenching, conduit jetting, or fiber-blowing equipment.

• Certifications such as OSHA 10/30, First Aid/CPR, or equipment operator certifications.

• Familiarity with GIS tools, GPS equipment, and digital reporting platforms.

• Knowledge of splice enclosure types, cable prep, and best practices for fiber protection. 

Key Skills:

• Strong leadership and crew-management abilities

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

• Deep understanding of fiber-optic construction practices and materials

• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Detail-oriented approach to quality control and documentation

• Safety-focused mindset with proactive risk mitigation

• Ability to build positive relationships with crews, inspectors, and clients

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work in awkward or confined positions for extended periods.