Field Construction Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee installation of outside plant (OSP) fiber facilities, including aerial, underground, and buried plant.
• Cook up daily field activities with Project Managers, construction contractors, splicing teams, and locate vendors.
• Ensure construction and splicing activities are completed safely, accurately, on schedule, and within budget.
• Review and distribute splicing diagrams and construction packages to contractors across all platforms.
• Assist contractors with complex builds, design clarifications, and field-based issue resolution.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Own safety oversight for all field construction activities; ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform quality control inspections across all plant types and construction methods.
• Ensure adherence to applicable RUS and NEC codes related to outside plant construction and maintenance.
• Identify construction defects, root causes, and corrective actions to prevent repeat issues.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, coach, and develop Construction Engineers, Construction Leaders, Construction Assistants, and assigned contractors.
• Conduct skills assessments and identify training needs to improve team capability and performance.
• Set clear expectations, drive accountability, and motivate teams to exceed performance goals.
• Recommend and initiate personnel actions including promotions, disciplinary actions, and pay adjustments, as appropriate.
• Complete timely performance evaluations using measurable, objective criteria.
• Ensure onboarding, training, and ongoing development plans are in place for all direct reports.

Operational Improvement & Reporting

• Evaluate new OSP products, construction methods, and designs for potential implementation.
• Track field progress, quality metrics, safety incidents, and contractor performance.
• Provide weekly status reports to the Director, including risks, issues, and mitigation plans.
• Perform additional duties as required to support effective department and company operations.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 4+ years of hands-on experience in telecommunications OSP construction, installation, repair, and maintenance.
• Strong working knowledge of fiber construction methods and outside plant infrastructure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to navigate HES systems for tracking service orders, trouble tickets, and facility records.
• Working knowledge of RUS and NEC codes applicable to OSP construction.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within assigned markets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior team lead or supervisory experience in OSP construction and maintenance.
• Experience managing multiple contractors and field crews simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make field-based decisions quickly.
• Bachelor's degree.

Why Clearwave Fiber

• Lucrative short-term bonus plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage – starting day one
• Life insurance (employee, spouse, and children)
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 5% (vesting and matching start upon hire)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Clearwave Fiber services (when living in a service area)
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment

Pre-hire Assurance

• Job offers are contingent upon successful background checks, drug screenings, and reference checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Clearwave Fiber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.