Construction Manager

National Technologies (NTI), a Network Connex Company, is a premier turnkey installer of fiber optic and data center infrastructure. Working on our team puts you on the leading edge of innovation in the digital communications space.  
If being a part of a tight-knit organization that operates in some of the most advanced technology environments around the world sounds like a dream job, NTI might be the right fit for you! With the perks of a large organization, NTI remains true to its roots as a home-grown company with an open-door culture that welcomes new ideas and encourages professional growth. We set you on the right path with careful onboarding and thorough training programs that prepare you for success in your role and beyond.

Position Summary
The Construction Manager is responsible for the day-to-day field execution of National Fiber Team projects. This role ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with customer specifications, NTI standards, and contractual requirements.
The Construction Manager serves as the field leader responsible for coordinating manpower, subcontractors, logistics, quality, production, customer communications, and issue resolution while developing field leadership and maintaining operational excellence.

Primary Responsibilities
1. Field Leadership
Responsible for overall field execution.
•    Lead all assigned field personnel 
•    Supervise General Foremen and Foremen 
•    Set daily production expectations 
•    Conduct shift kickoffs 
•    Conduct end-of-shift reviews 
•    Ensure crews understand daily objectives 
•    Remove field obstacles impacting production 
•    Drive accountability throughout the organization 

2. Project Execution
Execute work according to:
•    Construction Drawings 
•    Scope of Work 
•    Customer Standards 
•    NTI Standards 
•    Safety Requirements 
•    Project Schedule 
Responsible for:
•    Daily execution planning 
•    Sequencing work 
•    Resource allocation 
•    Crew assignments 
•    Production balancing 
•    Maintaining schedule adherence 

3. Safety Leadership
Lead a zero-incident culture.
Responsibilities include:
•    Daily Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) 
•    Safety Briefings 
•    PPE Compliance 
•    Tool inspections 
•    Incident reporting 
•    Near Miss investigations 
•    Corrective actions 
•    Stop Work Authority enforcement 

4. Production Management
Responsible for achieving production targets.
Examples include:
•    Fiber installation 
•    Conveyance installation 
•    Cabinet installation 
•    Rack installation 
•    Fiber splicing 
•    Fiber testing 
•    Labeling 
•    Documentation 
•    Closeout activities 
Monitor:
•    Daily production 
•    Weekly production 
•    Labor efficiency 
•    Productivity trends 
•    Crew utilization 

5. Quality Assurance
Ensure all work meets:
•    Customer Specifications 
•    BICSI and other relevant Standards 
•    Manufacturer Requirements 
•    NTI Quality Standards 
Responsibilities:
•    Perform field inspections 
•    Verify workmanship 
•    Conduct punch walks 
•    Identify deficiencies 
•    Coordinate corrections 
•    Maintain quality documentation 

6. Customer Relations
Represent NTI professionally.
Responsibilities:
•    Attend customer meetings 
•    Provide field updates 
•    Coordinate outages 
•    Resolve field concerns 
•    Build customer confidence 
•    Escalate issues appropriately 

7. Workforce Management
Responsible for leadership development.
Includes:
•    Coaching Foremen 
•    Performance management 
•    Daily mentoring 
•    Conflict resolution 
•    Employee accountability 
•    Recognition of high performers 
•    Training coordination 

8. Subcontractor Management
Manage subcontractor performance.
Responsibilities:
•    Daily coordination 
•    Scope clarification 
•    Schedule alignment 
•    Quality inspections 
•    Production tracking 
•    Safety compliance 
•    Invoice verification 
•    Performance evaluations 

9. Logistics Coordination
Coordinate with Logistics Manager.
Responsibilities:
•    Material forecasting 
•    Tool requests 
•    Equipment utilization 
•    Vehicle coordination 
•    Rental equipment 
•    Material staging 
•    Inventory accountability 

10. Schedule Management
Work closely with Project Management.
Responsibilities:
•    Three-week look ahead planning 
•    Daily schedule updates 
•    Recovery plans 
•    Critical path identification 
•    Resource forecasting 
•    Participate in schedule review meetings

11. Cost Control
Protect project profitability.
Monitor:
•    Labor utilization 
•    Overtime 
•    Equipment usage 
•    Material waste 
•    Rework 
•    Productivity 
•    Travel expenses 
•    Identify potential budget risks

12. Documentation
Maintain accurate project records.
Examples:
•    Daily reports 
•    Headcount 
•    Production reports 
•    Safety observations 
•    Material usage 
•    Equipment tracking 
•    Quality inspections 
•    Customer issues 
•    Action items 

13. Communication
Serve as the communication hub between:
•    Operations Leadership 
•    Project Managers 
•    Logistics 
•    Customers 
•    Field Engineers 
•    Safety 
•    Foremen 
•    General Foremen 
•    Subcontractors 

Leadership Expectations
A Construction Manager is expected to:
•    Lead by example 
•    Demonstrate professionalism 
•    Make sound operational decisions 
•    Hold teams accountable 
•    Develop future leaders 
•    Maintain composure under pressure 
•    Foster teamwork 
•    Drive continuous improvement 
•    Communicate with confidence 
•    Protect NTI's reputation 

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Safety
•    Zero recordable incidents 
•    JHA completion rate 
•    Near miss reporting 
•    Safety audit scores 
Production
•    Schedule adherence 
•    Daily production achieved 
•    Labor productivity 
•    Production forecast accuracy 
•    Percent planned work completed (PPC)
•    
Quality
•    Rework percentage 
•    Punch list completion 
•    Customer quality findings 
•    Inspection pass rate 
Financial
•    Labor budget performance 
•    Overtime utilization 
•    Equipment utilization 
•    Material waste 
•    Forecast versus actual labor performance

Leadership
•    Foreman development 
•    Employee retention 
•    Crew engagement 
•    Coaching documentation 
Customer
•    Customer satisfaction 
•    Response time 
•    Issue resolution 
•    Communication effectiveness 

Decision-Making Authority
The Construction Manager is authorized to:
•    Assign crews 
•    Reallocate manpower 
•    Adjust daily production plans 
•    Stop unsafe work 
•    Coordinate subcontractor activities 
•    Request additional resources 
•    Escalate operational risks 
•    Approve field execution changes within project scope 

Core Competencies
Technical
•    Bulk Fiber Installation 
•    OSP/ISP Construction 
•    Fiber Splicing 
•    Fiber Testing (OTDR, OLTS, Inspection) 
•    Structured Cabling 
•    Conveyance Systems 
•    Data Center Infrastructure 
•    Reading IFC drawings 
•    Quality Control 
Leadership
•    Team Development 
•    Accountability 
•    Coaching 
•    Conflict Resolution 
•    Communication 
•    Decision Making 
•    Operational Planning 
•    Customer Service 
Business
•    Schedule Management 
•    Cost Control 
•    Risk Management 
•    Resource Planning 
•    Productivity Analysis 
•    Contract Compliance 
•    Change order awareness

Qualifications and Experience

Education
•    High School Diploma or GED required 
•    Associate's degree in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Telecommunications, or related field (preferred but not required) 

Experience
•    Minimum 7 years of experience in telecommunications, structured cabling, or fiber optic construction 
•    Minimum 3 years in a field leadership role (Foreman, General Foreman, Superintendent, or equivalent) 
•    Experience leading multiple crews simultaneously 
•    Experience managing subcontractors 
•    Experience on large commercial, mission critical, or hyperscale data center projects 
•    Experience managing project schedules, manpower planning, and daily production 
•    Proven ability to lead projects from mobilization through closeout 

Technical Knowledge
Working knowledge of:
•    ISP Fiber Installation 
•    OSP Fiber Installation 
•    Bulk Fiber Deployment 
•    Fiber Splicing Operations 
•    Fiber Testing (OTDR, OLTS, End-Face Inspection) 
•    Structured Cabling Systems 
•    Cable Conveyance Systems 
•    Cable Tray Installation 
•    Racks and Cabinets 
•    Patch Panels and Cross Connects 
•    Fiber Pathway Management 
•    Reading IFC Drawings 
•    Construction Sequencing 
•    Material Management 
•    Quality Assurance Processes 
•    Customer Acceptance Procedures 

Leadership Competencies
Demonstrated ability to:
•    Lead multiple crews 
•    Develop Foremen and General Foremen 
•    Hold personnel accountable 
•    Drive production 
•    Resolve conflicts professionally 
•    Communicate effectively with customers and leadership 
•    Make sound decisions under pressure 
•    Manage changing priorities 
•    Maintain a positive safety culture 

Business Knowledge
Understanding of:
•    Labor productivity 
•    Budget awareness 
•    Resource planning 
•    Daily reporting 
•    Schedule management 
•    Workforce planning 
•    Cost control principles 
•    Risk management 
•    Change management 

Technology
Proficiency with:
•    Microsoft Excel 
•    Microsoft Outlook 
•    Microsoft Teams 
•    Microsoft Word 
•    Procore (preferred)
•    Project management software 
•    Electronic drawing platforms 
•    Digital reporting systems 
•    Mobile field reporting applications 

Licenses & Certifications
Required:
•    Valid Driver's License 
•    OSHA 30 Construction 
•    CPR / First Aid (or ability to obtain) 

Preferred Qualifications
Education
•    Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management, or related discipline 

Professional Certifications
Preferred certifications include:
•    Project Management Professional (PMP) 
•    BICSI Technician (TECH) 
•    BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) 
•    Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) 
•    Manufacturer certifications (Corning, CommScope, AFL, Panduit, Leviton, etc.) 
•    Equipment-specific certifications for fusion splicing and fiber testing 

Industry Experience
Preferred experience with:
•    Hyperscale Data Centers 
•    AI Infrastructure Deployments 
•    Mission Critical Facilities 
•    Large ISP Deployments 
•    Campus Fiber Networks 
•    Long-haul Fiber Construction 
•    Government Telecommunications Projects 
•    Multi-million-dollar telecommunications projects 
•    Simultaneous management of multiple projects 

Technical Expertise
Advanced knowledge of:
•    Fiber network architecture 
•    Testing standards 
•    Acceptance criteria 
•    Optical budgets 
•    Fiber routing 
•    Construction QA/QC 
•    As-built documentation 
•    Material forecasting 
•    Project closeout documentation 

Leadership Experience
Preferred experience:
•    Managing Construction Managers or General Foremen 
•    Leading projects exceeding 100 personnel 
•    Managing subcontractor partners 
•    Conducting performance evaluations 
•    Interviewing and hiring personnel 
•    Developing operational procedures 
•    Leading customer meetings 
•    Managing project recovery efforts 

Personal Attributes
Successful Construction Managers consistently demonstrate:
•    Executive-level communication 
•    Professionalism 
•    High accountability 
•    Strong organizational skills 
•    Critical thinking 
•    Adaptability 
•    Customer-focused mindset 
•    Continuous improvement mentality 
•    Strategic thinking 
•    High emotional intelligence 
•    Strong work ethic 
•    Ability to build high-performing teams
•    The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned.
 
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants throughout the recruitment and employment process. Individuals who require accommodation to participate in the application process or perform the essential functions of the position should contact Human Resources