Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Telecom Construction Project Manager to lead complex outside plant (OSP) fiber construction projects across the United States. Must reside in Cincinnati, Chicago, or Denver- hybrid; 3 days/week in office
This role is best suited for a seasoned telecom construction professional who has built their career on the contractor side of OSP construction and understands how projects are executed in the field — from aerial and underground fiber placement to crew production, subcontractor performance, project schedules, forecasting, and financial results.
The ideal candidate combines hands-on construction knowledge with strong project leadership and commercial ownership. You should be comfortable understanding what is happening in the field, using production data to make decisions, and connecting construction performance directly to project cost, schedule, margin, and forecast.
Compensation & Travel
- Target base salary of approximately $120,000–$140,000 , depending on experience
- Target annual bonus in the 10–15% range
- Profit sharing based on company performance
- Company vehicle
- Up to 30% travel across the United States, including travel to active project locations and regional hubs such as Cincinnati, Ohio
- Company-paid travel booked through Concur
- Per diem provided while traveling
What You’ll Do
- Lead large and complex OSP fiber construction projects from planning through completion
- Manage aerial and underground fiber construction , including subcontractors, crews, materials, schedules, and field production
- Apply practical knowledge of construction methods including HDD/directional drilling and/or plow operations
- Develop and manage project schedules based on quantities, production rates, crew productivity, and construction milestones
- Own project financial performance, including revenue, costs, margin, forecasting, and cost-to-complete
- Monitor production quantities and run rates and understand how field performance impacts schedule and profitability
- Lead subcontractor performance, contract execution, change orders, and project controls
- Partner closely with field leadership to resolve production, quality, safety, and schedule issues
- Lead and mentor Project Managers and construction team members
- Use data to drive decisions, identify risk, and improve project performance
- Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, field teams, and internal stakeholders
- Champion a culture of accountability, safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years of relevant telecom and/or utility construction experience
- Several years of meaningful Project Manager / Senior Project Manager-level responsibility
- Significant experience managing contractor-side OSP fiber construction
- Strong working knowledge of both aerial and underground fiber construction
- Practical experience with HDD/directional drilling and/or plow construction
- Demonstrated experience managing substantial construction projects, field crews, and subcontractors
- Direct project financial ownership including P&L, revenue, cost, margin, forecasting, and cost-to-complete
- Experience developing and managing quantity-based construction schedules and forecasts
- Strong understanding of production run rates, crew productivity, and construction economics
- Leadership experience with the ability to mentor, coach, and provide direction to other Project Managers
- Strong accountability, communication, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills
- Experience with wireless construction is welcomed when paired with substantial OSP fiber construction experience
- PMP preferred
Benefits
Our client offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support physical, financial, and overall well-being, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Company vehicle
- Wellness reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Morgan Stanley financial planning resources
- Company bonus program
- Profit sharing based on company performance
- Company Christmas shutdown
- Opportunities for professional development and continued career growth
About Our Client
Our client is a leading North American telecommunications construction company that designs, builds, and maintains wire-line and wireless infrastructure.
Their teams deliver complex network construction projects with a strong focus on safety, operational excellence, accountability, collaboration, and long-term client partnerships.
All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
