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Construction Manager

TEKsystems, Plain City, OH, United States


Position Overview
Seeking an experienced

Construction Manager

to support

new underground fibre construction projects

in the Columbus, Ohio area. This role is responsible for

managing field inspectors , overseeing Outside Plant (OSP) and underground construction activities, and ensuring daily progress is accurately reported to the Project Manager.

This is a hands‑on, field‑focused role supporting rapid national expansion, particularly in

data center and hyperscaler infrastructure builds .

Key Responsibilities

Manage and oversee a team of field inspectors supporting underground fibre construction

Coordinate and monitor Outside Plant (OSP) and underground construction activities

Ensure construction work aligns with project plans, schedules, and quality standards

Provide

daily reporting

and updates to the Project Manager

Act as the primary point of contact for field execution and inspection management

Identify and escalate construction issues, risks, or delays as needed

Maintain accurate documentation and reporting related to field activities

Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience in

fibre optic construction

and underground construction projects

Strong understanding of

OSP (Outside Plant)

construction practices

Experience managing and coordinating

inspectors or field personnel

Familiarity with underground drilling and construction methods

Ability to operate effectively in both field and office environments

Strong reporting, organisational, and communication skills

Additional Qualifications

OSHA 10 certification

(required or willingness to obtain)

Employee Value Proposition

Opportunity to work with a rapidly growing telecom company expanding nationwide

Exposure to large‑scale

data center and hyperscaler builds

Hands‑on leadership role with direct impact on project delivery

Long‑term project demand due to increased field inspection needs

Business Need
With a growing number of inspectors and new underground construction projects coming, the company requires additional Construction Managers to provide effective field oversight and ensure successful project execution.

Job Type & Location
Contract position based out of Plain City, OH (Onsite).

Pay and Benefits
Pay range: $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Benefits include:

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 Plain City, OH.

Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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