Fiber Project Manager - Data Center

Department: Field Supervision

Employment Type: Full Time

Kiewit is seeking an experienced Fiber Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of fiber optic infrastructure on a large-scale data center project. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of OSP and/or ISP fiber construction, including execution strategy, subcontractor performance, schedule adherence, and client coordination.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in fiber construction project management within mission critical, data center, telecom, or utility environments, and is comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-performance environments where schedule, quality, and coordination are critical to success.

The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States. Our work spans multiple sectors, including data centers, mineral processing, energy, and water, with projects ranging from small capital work to major EPC projects.

We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing our clients with world-class solutions while offering our employees stability, growth, and career development opportunities.

This role is based in Abilene, Texas.

• Lead the planning and execution of OSP/ISP fiber installation scopes, ensuring alignment with overall project schedules and milestones.
• Oversee all phases of fiber delivery including backbone installation, pathway coordination, splicing, testing, turnover, and commissioning.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and forecasts, ensuring performance targets are achieved.

• Manage and oversee fiber subcontractors, ensuring safety, quality, and production expectations are consistently met.
• Collaborate closely with fiber superintendents and field engineers to ensure effective field execution and issue resolution.
• Track production progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain schedule.

• Electrical systems.
• Telecommunications infrastructure.
• Low voltage systems.
• IT and commissioning teams.
• Ensure seamless integration of fiber infrastructure within the broader data center environment.
• Partner with the general contractor, trade partners, and client teams to maintain alignment on schedule, priorities, and deliverables.

• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and procurement coordination.
• Monitor project costs, track changes, and support forecasting and financial reporting.
• Ensure all contractual and scope requirements are met.

• Oversee implementation of QA/QC processes to ensure fiber installation meets project specifications and client standards.
• Ensure proper documentation of fiber testing results (OTDR, end-to-end testing, certification), as-built drawings and redlines, turnover and closeout packages.
• Support commissioning efforts to ensure system readiness and performance.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for fiber scope with client representatives and project leadership.
• Deliver regular updates including progress reports, issue logs, and schedule updates.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive project success.

Required

• 8+ years of experience in construction project management, with a focus on fiber optic infrastructure.
• Proven experience managing large-scale OSP and/or ISP fiber installation projects.

Strong understanding of:

• Fiber backbone installation and routing.
• Pathway coordination and cable management.
• Fiber splicing, testing, and commissioning processes.

Experience managing:

• Subcontractors and field operations.
• Project schedules, RFIs, submittals, and change management.
• Procurement coordination and material tracking.
• Coordination across multiple disciplines (electrical, telecom, IT, low voltage).
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Experience in mission critical or data center construction environments.
• Background in design-build or EPC project delivery.
• Familiarity with fiber testing standards, QA/QC processes, and turnover requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Kiewit offers comprehensive benefits including top‑tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents; voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs; life insurance; disability; retirement plans with matching; and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Kiewit is committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.