FTTH Construction Coordinator / Field Construction Manager

TEKsystems•Piscataway Township, NJ

4d•$40 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

We are supporting a major telecommunications provider that is expanding fiber infrastructure throughout New Jersey. This position is heavily field-focused and will support FTTH construction projects from pre-construction site surveys through build completion. The ideal candidate will have experience overseeing fiber construction vendors, conducting site walks, validating construction readiness, identifying project risks, and ensuring FTTH projects are completed safely, on schedule, and according to design standards. IMPORTANT: Candidates without telecommunications, fiber, broadband, cable, CATV, or OSP construction experience will not be considered. This role is specifically targeted toward professionals with industry experience working for telecom providers, cable operators, fiber companies, broadband providers, or telecommunications contractors. This is a long-term opportunity supporting ongoing fiber expansion initiatives throughout the New Jersey market. Approximately 70% of the work week will be spent in the field supporting active FTTH construction activities.

Requirements

Prior experience working for a telecommunications provider, cable provider, fiber provider, broadband provider, or telecom construction contractor
3+ years of telecommunications, FTTH, OSP, CATV, or broadband construction experience
Experience supporting fiber construction projects in the field
Experience conducting site surveys and field assessments
Experience managing construction vendors and subcontractors
Knowledge of underground and aerial FTTH construction practices
Ability to review construction prints, redlines, and as-builts
Strong communication and coordination skills
Comfortable working independently in the field throughout New Jersey
Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting FTTH network expansion projects
Experience performing construction quality inspections
Familiarity with SiteTracker or similar project tracking platforms
Experience validating contractor production and completed work

Responsibilities

Conduct pre-construction site surveys for upcoming FTTH projects
Identify field challenges, permitting concerns, and construction risks before construction begins
Manage daily activities of construction vendors and contractors
Perform field inspections to ensure construction meets quality standards
Verify completed work aligns with engineering designs and project requirements
Coordinate with engineering, permitting, and operations teams throughout the project lifecycle
Review redlines, as-builts, and project documentation
Track project progress and provide status updates to leadership
Escalate field issues and assist with resolution efforts
Ensure safety, quality, and production expectations are consistently met