OSP Field Supervisor

Description

Position Overview

The Construction Supervisor oversees FTTH/Telecom construction crews. The Construction Supervisor's 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 successful candidate, will be reliable, deadline-driven, able to demonstrate a sound understanding of safety regulations and building codes, and be able to transfer this knowledge to the team. Top-notch Construction Supervisors are leaders who can identify problems, troubleshoot, and find feasible solutions. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure teams work together to deliver quality work to strict deadlines 
• Process production, labor, material, safety data 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 
• Ensure proper work load and resources are assigned 
• 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 a safe working environment                         
• Recommend potential design changes to PM and Engineering PM for project 
• Recommend and arrange for training as needed for employees 
• 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 aspect of the 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 all crews have safety vests, cones, truck signs, hard hats and any other required safety gear 
• Ensure that all crews have appropriate tools and equipment on site at all times 
• Other related projects and duties as required 

Requirements

Requirements

• High school diploma or similar required
• 3+ 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; FTTH construction leadership experience preferred 
• Valid driver’s license required
• 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 

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment, work in inclement weather, stand, and drive for extended periods of time 
• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas 
• 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, and handling materials up to 75lbs 
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment 

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Voluntary Buy Up of Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental Leave
• Team Building events
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a fast-growing telecommunications company.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment that fosters collaboration and growth.