OSP Installation Inspector

Added - 08/19/26 Installation Inspector Construction Management Eden Prairie , MN | Contract

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HNM Systems

HNM Systems is the leading tech-enabled professional services provider, shaping the workforce across the telecom, energy, and technology sectors. We connect specialized talent with direct hire, contract-to-hire, and consulting opportunities that support fiber expansion, digital infrastructure, wireless networks, and smart grid energy solutions. Our innovative approach delivers high-impact outcomes, with a 94% success rate in talent placement and project execution. Relentlessly people-driven, HNM Systems sets the industry standard through exceptional employee experience and long-term client value.

This role offers the opportunity to work on critical fiber infrastructure projects that directly impact network expansion and connectivity. You will be at the forefront of ensuring quality and compliance across aerial and underground builds in a rapidly growing market. With strong field autonomy and exposure to large-scale deployments, this position provides valuable hands‑on experience in modern fiber network construction. It is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to deepen their expertise in FTTH and OSP environments.

We are seeking an Installation Inspector to oversee fiber optic installation activities across aerial, underground, and in-home environments. This is a field-based role focused on quality control, compliance, and real‑time coordination with construction teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.

The Installation Inspector plays a key role in ensuring installations meet design specifications, safety standards, and project timelines while proactively identifying and mitigating field issues.

• Monitor and report on aerial and underground fiber drop installations, as well as in-home installations
• Conduct field inspections to ensure construction aligns with design plans and specifications
• Investigate planned pathways ahead of construction crews to identify and resolve potential roadblocks
• Ensure fiber installations are properly placed, secured, and meet quality standards
• Represent the organization professionally in interactions with municipalities, contractors, and stakeholders
• Enforce compliance with health and safety regulations at all times
• Communicate schedule changes and field updates to supervisors and subcontractors
• Support quality assurance and quality control processes across installation activities
• Perform routine inspections of equipment, materials, and job sites
• Attend meetings with vendors, project managers, and stakeholders, including preconstruction meetings as required
• Travel locally to oversee multiple job sites throughout the day
• All other duties as assigned.

• Experience with aerial and underground fiber installation and inspection
• Understanding of fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) environments and on-premises installations
• Strong knowledge of outside plant (OSP) construction practices
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
• Valid driver’s license with ability to travel locally (and potentially overnight)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work outdoors full-time in varying field conditions

• Experience with horizontal directional drilling (HDD)
• Familiarity with fiber splicing concepts and practices
• Prior experience in quality control or inspection roles within telecom construction

• 100% field-based role (outdoor work environment)
• Daily travel between multiple job sites
• May require attendance at municipal or preconstruction meetings
• Start date:
  
  ASAP

• Hourly pay: $27.00 – $35.00 (DOE)
• Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage, Supplemental Insurance through Aflac, & 401K plan.