Construction Manager, Fiber - Memphis

SpaceXSI•Southaven, MS

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Manager, Fiber is the senior construction lead for the fiber scope at SpaceXSI’s data center in Memphis, Tennessee, with potential future assignments at other U.S. construction sites. The role owns site relationships, vendor coordination, and delivery outcomes, reporting to central construction leadership; the reporting line may change as the project evolves. The manager is expected to be present on site, walk the work, and remove obstacles to progress. The scope includes the data center’s fiber-optic backbone and horizontal cabling, pathways, splicing, testing, certification, and handover documentation. The manager oversees execution from pre-construction and site development through testing, certification, commissioning, and handover, ensuring work meets the technical and quality standards in the base design while supporting schedule, cost, safety, and operational readiness.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience managing data center or construction projects.
Available to work evenings and weekends as site operational needs and schedules vary.
Willingness to travel as needed.
Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.
Comfort working in an environment with exposure to noise.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing.
Subject to pre-employment and annual post-employment background checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing large-scale data center or mission-critical construction projects.
Fiber-optics and/or cable-installation certification, such as FOA, BICSI, or equivalent.
Advanced expertise in fiber splicing, OTDR testing, and certification procedures.
Deep technical knowledge of hyperscale data center networking, structured cabling, and fiber infrastructure.
Experience in AI/HPC data centers or other mission-critical facilities.
High proficiency using a light meter, OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer), OPMs (optical power meters), fiber certifier, loopback, and optical probes.
Knowledge of fiber types, proper cleaning and validation techniques, switches, and port identifications.
Proficiency with computers, fiber management software, and electronic testing systems.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Deep expertise in construction management, commissioning, and site operations.
Proven ability to lead on site with authority and build trust with vendors, partners, and technical teams.
Experience managing large programs with multiple vendors and dynamic priorities.
Strong communication skills across disciplines, from field updates to technical escalations.
Ability to solve complex, real-time problems with adaptability and composure.
Previous experience in data center construction or highly technical facilities.
Familiarity with local Memphis building codes and regulations.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex construction challenges.

Responsibilities

Serve as the senior construction representative for the Memphis data center fiber scope, managing relationships with contractors, partners, and internal stakeholders.
Oversee fiber execution from pre-construction and site development through testing, certification, and handover.
Coordinate multiple vendors to align field and technical teams on fiber backbone, horizontal cabling, pathways, splicing, and testing.
Identify and mitigate risks to quality, safety, system integrity, and operational readiness.
Drive progress on the fiber scope and resolve roadblocks to maintain the schedule.
Align the fiber schedule with SpaceXSI’s infrastructure goals through cross-functional collaboration.
Partner with teams on commissioning and resolve issues as they arise.
Provide regular updates with clear KPIs and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure work meets the technical and quality standards in the base design.
Perform quantity take-offs and field verifications to track progress and support reporting.
Manage change orders, reduce unnecessary changes, and control costs.
Lead site safety for fiber installation, splicing, testing, and work at heights.
Support cross-functional partners as required by the project.