OSP Construction Manager

Construction Manager - Fiber Optic Infrastructure

Location:

Fort Wayne, IN (Field-Based)

Type:
Ongoing Opportunity

Industry: Fiber Optic Construction / Data Center Infrastructure

Overview

A leading fiber optic infrastructure provider is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee underground fiber construction and inspection activities throughout the Fort Wayne market. This individual will spend the majority of their time in the field, driving between active job sites and ensuring inspection crews and contractors are executing work safely, accurately, and according to project specifications.

This team is supporting major fiber builds tied to large-scale data center developments, creating a long-term pipeline of work and significant career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

+ Oversee daily field operations for underground fiber construction projects.

+ Manage and support inspection crews across multiple active job sites.

+ Ensure crews are adhering to safety standards, project specifications, and customer requirements.

+ Track daily production metrics including drill counts, footage installed, and construction progress.

+ Attend pre-construction meetings and coordinate with municipalities, inspectors, and stakeholders.

+ Conduct quality assurance inspections and verify work is being completed correctly.

+ Identify and resolve field issues before they impact timelines or budgets.

+ Provide daily updates and reporting to project managers and leadership teams.

+ Serve as the on-the-ground representative for remote project management teams.

+ Travel throughout the Fort Wayne market to monitor construction activities and contractor performance.

Required Qualifications

+ Experience managing underground utility, telecommunications, or fiber optic construction projects.

+ Strong understanding of underground construction methods, restoration, and field operations.

+ Experience overseeing contractors, inspectors, or construction crews.

+ Knowledge of construction safety practices and jobsite compliance requirements.

+ Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and project documentation.

+ Valid driver's license with ability to travel locally throughout the market.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Fiber optic construction experience.

+ OSP (Outside Plant) telecommunications background .

+ Experience supporting large-scale utility or data center infrastructure projects.

+ Familiarity with daily production tracking, field reporting, and construction documentation.

Work Environment

This is a highly field-focused position. The Construction Manager will spend most days outdoors traveling between active construction sites throughout the Fort Wayne area. The role requires hands-on oversight of crews, coordination with inspectors, and regular interaction with project stakeholders to ensure projects stay on schedule and meet quality expectations.

Why Join?

+ Support high-profile fiber infrastructure projects connected to major data center developments.

+ Long-term opportunity with consistent project demand.

+ Significant field autonomy and leadership responsibility.

+ Play a key role in delivering next-generation connectivity infrastructure.

+ Join a growing team where safety, quality, and execution are highly valued.

If you're an experienced Construction Manager with underground utility or fiber construction experience and enjoy being in the field leading crews and driving project success, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:  - Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital  - 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)  - Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)  - Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Wayne,IN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change.

That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all…