Project Manager; HFC​/FTTH Construction

Project Manager (HFC / FTTH Construction)

Location:

Piscataway, NJ

Pay: $38-$42/hour

Overview

We are partnering with a leading telecommunications provider that is investing heavily in network expansion and infrastructure upgrades throughout the New Jersey market. This position will support large-scale Edge Out and Mid-Split initiatives designed to expand service availability, increase bandwidth capacity, and enhance network performance across the region.

This is a highly visible, field-focused role responsible for overseeing construction vendors, validating work quality, tracking project progress, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in HFC, FTTH, or CATV construction projects and be comfortable spending the majority of their time in the field overseeing active construction activities.

Must-Have Requirements

+ 3+ years of telecommunications or OSP construction experience

+ Experience supporting HFC, CATV, FTTH, or broadband construction projects

+ Strong understanding of Mid-Split, Node Split, or network upgrade initiatives

+ Experience managing vendors and subcontractors in a construction environment

+ Experience performing construction quality control inspections

+ Familiarity with as-builts, redlines, and construction documentation

+ Experience utilizing Site Tracker or similar project management platforms

+ Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

+ Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout the NJ market

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience supporting Edge Out construction projects

+ Experience validating contractor invoicing and production quantities

+ Knowledge of aerial and underground OSP construction practices

+ Previous experience working for a cable, telecommunications, or broadband provider

Primary Responsibilities

+ Manage construction activities supporting HFC and FTTH Edge Out projects throughout New Jersey

+ Spend approximately 70-75% of the work week in the field overseeing contractor activity and production

+ Verify vendors are actively working in assigned locations and performing work efficiently

+ Conduct field inspections and quality control reviews of completed construction work

+ Validate contractor performance against project schedules and construction milestones

+ Review and approve as-builts, redlines, and construction documentation

+ Support invoice validation by confirming completed field work and installed quantities

+ Identify project risks, construction challenges, and schedule impacts

+ Maintain project records and status updates within Site Tracker

+ Ensure all work is being completed according to engineering designs, safety requirements, and construction standards

Project Coordination Responsibilities

+ Coordinate with engineering, permitting, construction, and operations teams

+ Manage communication between internal stakeholders and construction vendors

+ Provide leadership with regular project updates, progress reports, and risk assessments

+ Ensure quality, compliance, and safety requirements are consistently met

+ Resolve field issues and maintain project schedules across multiple active work streams

+ Support successful project delivery from construction kickoff through completion

Work Environment

+ Approximately 75% field-based throughout the New Jersey market

+ Approximately 25% office-based work in Piscataway, NJ

+ Frequent travel between active construction sites

+ Direct interaction with contractors, vendors, engineers, and operations teams

Why This Opportunity

+ Support major broadband expansion and network upgrade initiatives

+ Work on highly visible Mid-Split and Edge Out projects that directly impact network performance

+ Long-term contract opportunity with ongoing project funding

+ Opportunity to work closely with leadership, engineering, and construction teams on large-scale telecommunications projects

+ Hands-on role offering significant exposure to OSP construction, vendor management, and broadband infrastructure development

Ideal background

Candidates with experience as a Telecom Project Manager, OSP Project Manager, Construction Project Manager, Broadband…