Low Voltage Construction Manager

Overwatch Mission Critical • Abilene, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Overwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the national veterans business development council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor for the mission-critical infrastructure industry.
Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job. It's purpose.

Construction Management & Delivery
Manage the Build: Oversee the end-to-end installation of telecommunications infrastructure, including ISP, OSP (entry to building), MMR (Meet-Me-Room) build-outs, and server hall conveyance.
Vendor Management: Manage Low Voltage (LV) and Structured Cabling subcontractors, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and scope.
Cross-Discipline Coordination: Act as the primary interface between Electrical construction (power delivery to racks/PDUs) and Network teams to ensure rack positions, containment, and grounding meet hyperscale specs.

Technical Oversight (ISP/Network)
QA/QC Authority: Enforce strict quality standards for fiber optic installation (Single Mode/Multi-Mode), fusion splicing, and testing (OTDR/Power Meter).
Conveyance & Containment: Direct the installation of overhead and under-floor conveyance systems (ladder racks, fiber runners, basket trays) to ensure proper bend radius and cable management.
Handover to Operations: Manage the transition from "construction complete" to "network active," facilitating final commissioning and Layer 1 handoffs.

Requirements

• 7+ years in Construction Management with a specific focus on Data Centers or Mission Critical facilities.
• Deep knowledge of structured cabling systems, fiber characterization, and TIA/EIA standards. You must be able to read and redline complex network architectural drawings.
• You speak the language of a General Contractor (Schedule, RFI, Change Orders) and the language of a Network Engineer (Latency, Port Density, Cross Connects).
• Proven track record of leading safety cultures in high-voltage and active construction environments.
• For roles that require on-site presence or travel between work locations as an essential function of the position, candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.
• Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.

Nice To Haves

• BICSI RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) certification is highly desired.
• Experience with Hyperscale builds (10MW+).
• Knowledge of fiber blowing, mass fusion splicing, and high-density interconnects.
• Familiarity with DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management) tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end installation of telecommunications infrastructure, including ISP, OSP (entry to building), MMR (Meet-Me-Room) build-outs, and server hall conveyance.
• Manage Low Voltage (LV) and Structured Cabling subcontractors, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and scope.
• Act as the primary interface between Electrical construction (power delivery to racks/PDUs) and Network teams to ensure rack positions, containment, and grounding meet hyperscale specs.
• Enforce strict quality standards for fiber optic installation (Single Mode/Multi-Mode), fusion splicing, and testing (OTDR/Power Meter).
• Direct the installation of overhead and under-floor conveyance systems (ladder racks, fiber runners, basket trays) to ensure proper bend radius and cable management.
• Manage the transition from "construction complete" to "network active," facilitating final commissioning and Layer 1 handoffs.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.
• There will be a daily per diem (7 days a week) to help with food and lodging.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed