Field Supervisor Underground Construction

ON TRAC COMMUNICATIONS

1d•$55,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Field Supervisor of Underground Construction oversees FTTH/Telecom construction crews. The Field Supervisor of Underground Construction responsibilities include monitoring crew performance and making recommendations for improvement, motivating and educating teams in areas of production, quality, and safety. This position ensures projects stay within budget, on schedule, and that required materials and equipment are available. The Field Supervisor of Underground Construction is reliable, deadline-driven, able to demonstrate a sound understanding of safety regulations and building codes, and is able to transfer this knowledge to the team. Top-notch Field Supervisors of Underground Construction are leaders who can identify problems, troubleshoot, and find feasible solutions.

Requirements

High school diploma or similar required; Bachelor's degree in construction, business, management, or engineering preferred
5+ years experience managing projects in the construction industry preferred
Project Management Experience on a second tier level desired
Experience in the FTTH/Telecom construction industry required
Valid driver’s license required - CDL preferred with clean driving record
Ability to focus and keep calm under pressure in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment
Experience in scheduling projects, cost engineering, budgeting and forecasting costs, reporting project status and costs
Ability to creatively solve problems and implement change
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are required
Ability to establish and maintain a positive teamwork environment and motivate a diverse technical and operations group as well as build confidence with clients
Positive, can-do attitude with a high level of integrity
Ability to work after hours, some weekends, and evenings when needed
Ability to relocate or travel to project locations
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, driving a vehicle, and/or standing
Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment & inclement weather
Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable and sustained use of your arms, legs, and moving your entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, sitting, standing, lifting/handling of materials up to 75lbs, and safely negotiating a construction site and wear required PPE

Nice To Haves

FTTH construction leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure construction teams work together to deliver quality work to strict deadlines
Process production, labor, material, safety data submissions accurately and timely
Assist in building both underground and aerial aspects of the FTTH network, which requires strict quality standards
Supervise in-house and subcontract resources
Work closely with Project Manager (PM) and team to plan, schedule, update, and identify operational problems or obstacles
Assign appropriate workload and resources to construction crews
Accurately and effectively prepare written correspondence to project team
Attend project kick off and construction meetings when requested by PM
Review and aid in project plans, goals, and production development with PM
Assist PM in identifying and removing potential project roadblocks
Establish positive working relationships with management, staff, customers, vendors, and the public
In collaboration with HR, manage personnel issues, recommend promotions, and new positions
Ensure all employees have all necessary safety gear to foster a safe working environment
Recommend potential design changes to PM and Engineering PM for project
Recommend and arrange for training as needed for employees
Generate reports and provide feedback based upon information received and knowledge of industry standards and experience
Provide technical support for Field Operations and Customers
Customer service, including interfacing with the customer, providing guidance in getting the best solution for their application
Responsible for managing timelines and ensuring the schedule is maintained
Ensure start and completion dates for each project segment meet customer’s expectations.
Pre-plan to ensure resources are available for the start of construction, splicing, and clean-up
Track daily production for each crew and ensure to achieve schedule demands at all times
Monitor and track work of contractors to ensure accountability and accuracy, as well as making sure that specifications are being met and standards are being followed for both construction and safety
Ensure that all crews have appropriate tools and equipment on site at all times
Other related projects and duties as required