Field Construction Supervisor

Ideatek Telcom LLC•Tucson, AZ

17h•Onsite

About The Position

IdeaTek is seeking a Field Construction Supervisor to lead their fiber construction operations in Tucson, Arizona. This role is crucial for establishing the company's presence in a new market, acting as a key on-the-ground representative. The supervisor will work closely with construction contractors and local stakeholders to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required standards. This is a hands-on position for an individual with construction knowledge and strong communication skills, offering opportunities for growth into broader project management responsibilities. The role involves significant time in the field, building relationships, monitoring work, resolving challenges, and establishing best practices for IdeaTek's expansion in Tucson.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in construction, utility construction, field supervision, or a related role in the Tucson or Southern Arizona construction market
Strong working knowledge of underground utility construction practices and construction best practices.
Experience leading or coordinating construction crews, contractors, or field teams.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with contractors, municipalities, and internal teams.
Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Ability to work standard construction hours, with flexibility for earlier start times during periods of extreme summer heat.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency.
Experience with underground telecommunications, broadband, utility, or civil construction.
Previous experience working directly with municipalities or city permitting/construction departments.
Telecommunications experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day field construction activities for fiber deployments, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project requirements.
Serve as a primary IdeaTek point of contact for construction contractors in the Tucson market, providing direction, monitoring progress, and helping resolve field issues.
Represent IdeaTek with the City of Tucson and other local stakeholders, communicating project needs, coordinating requirements, and building strong working relationships.
Monitor construction progress, schedules, materials, manpower, and site conditions and communicate status updates, risks, and potential delays to project leadership.
Coordinate with internal project management teams to ensure contractors have the information, materials, and resources needed to execute the work.
Support project planning and execution across construction activities, including scope, scheduling, procurement, and closeout.
Document field activity, project updates, and issues to maintain accurate visibility into construction progress.
Help ensure contractors follow IdeaTek safety expectations, construction standards, and applicable local requirements.
Identify opportunities to improve construction processes, contractor performance, and field execution as IdeaTek establishes its Tucson operations.