Construction Manager

Job Description

Construction Manager – Outside Plant (OSP / Fibre)

Location: Plain City, OH (On site)

Work Environment: Field & Office

Employment Type: Contract

Experience Level: IntermediatePosition 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 activitiesRequired 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 skillsAdditional 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 needsBusiness Need

With a growing number of inspectors and new underground construction projects coming, requires additional Construction Managers to provide effective field oversight and ensure successful project execution.Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Plain City, OH.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/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 Plain City,OH.Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.h4>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 applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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.