Fiber Optic Construction Manager

Viaero Wireless•Grand Island, NE

9h•$87,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Viaero Fiber Networks is seeking a driven Construction Manager to lead fiber infrastructure projects across Central and Eastern Nebraska. This role requires a hands-on leader who is capable of working in an extremely fast-paced environment and can manage multiple tasks through various teams, vendors, and complex projects from design through completion. The fiber optic project Construction Manager is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of fiber optic network projects — from design through installation and commissioning — ensuring they are completed on time, on budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards. About Us: Viaero Fiber Networks is a leading provider of Fiber Optic Network solutions throughout eastern and southern Colorado, Nebraska and northwestern Kansas, dedicated to delivering high-quality and reliable services to our Carriers, Businesses and Residential clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field
Minimum 4+ years in telecommunications OSP construction, installation, repair, and maintenance, with 3+ years in leadership
Strong knowledge of fiber construction methods, OSP infrastructure, and splicing processes
Strong knowledge of fiber network design, build, and maintenance
Proven experience managing budgets, schedules, and multiple teams
Proficiency with project management and reporting tools
OSHA 10 (required)
OSHA 30 & Confined Space (within 90 days)
Valid driver’s license; ability to pass background, MVR, and drug screening
Ability to work extended hours and respond to emergencies
Ability to lift 80 lbs.

Nice To Haves

PMP (preferred)

Responsibilities

Develop detailed engineering construction plans for outside plant (OSP) fiber networks, including underground buried installations.
Lead end-to-end fiber network projects (engineering design, permitting needs, construction (scope, bids, purchase orders, invoicing), Splicing and Testing and customer circuit delivery).
Work closely with design teams, project managers, contractors, splicing teams, and locate teams to align schedules, resources, and deliverables.
Manage schedules, timelines, budgets, materials, and resource planning.
Oversee Construction Supervisor(s), Field Technicians, Design Engineers, AutoCAD Technicians, and Project support staff.
Lead, train, and develop construction engineers, leaders, and assistants; manage contractor performance.
Coordinate and manage to keep customer/client projects on schedule for on time completion.
Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and ensure quality and compliance.
Track Project Budgets and Performance to provide a clear understanding and status reporting to leadership.
Be available to Respond to network issues and outages and support emergency operations as needed.