Traveling Superintendent Telecommunications Construction

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About the Company

Push Incorporated and its divisions have been leading utility construction contractors delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the United States since 1974.

Our teams work on complex projects that power communities and connect infrastructure nationwide. We pride ourselves on safety, quality, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

If you are a strong field leader who enjoys managing crews, solving problems in the field, and driving projects forward, this role could be a great fit.

Position Overview

The Superintendent is responsible for overseeing telecommunications construction projects from start to finish, including fiber optic, structured cabling, and wireless infrastructure deployments.

This role leads crews, coordinates with subcontractors and customers, and ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

You will mentor foremen and crews while maintaining productivity, quality standards, and operational performance across assigned projects, with a focus on telecom network integrity and performance.

What You’ll Do

Project Leadership

• Lead and supervise Foremen and field crews on telecommunications and fiber optic projects
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
• Coordinate with customers, engineers, municipalities, and subcontractors
• Monitor project productivity, safety, and quality standards
• Oversee installation of fiber optic, coaxial, and structured cabling systems

Crew Management

• Recruit, hire, and retain qualified field employees
• Mentor and develop Foremen and telecom crew members (splicers, linemen, technicians)
• Conduct performance evaluations and manage employee relations
• Promote career development and cross-training in fiber, wireless, and cabling disciplines

Project Operations

• Plan project schedules and manage daily field activities
• Review and approve timecards, reports, invoices, and purchase orders
• Maintain accurate project documentation, as-builts, and daily logs
• Manage subcontractor production, quality, and accuracy
• Review and approve change orders when necessary
• Ensure proper execution of fiber splicing, testing, and network turn-up

Equipment & Compliance

• Ensure telecom construction equipment is maintained and inspected
• Report equipment usage and issues to the Fleet Manager
• Follow all OSHA and company safety procedures
• Ensure crews operate safely and follow telecommunications industry standards (BICSI, ANSI/TIA, etc.)

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve field processes and telecom deployment efficiency
• Help strengthen operational efficiency across projects
• Represent the company professionally with crews, customers, and network stakeholders

Performance Expectations

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Project completion on schedule and within budget
• Safety performance of crews and job sites
• Employee retention and team development
• Accuracy of documentation, test results, and as-builts
• Customer satisfaction and network performance delivery

Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Technical training in telecommunications or related field preferred

Experience

• 5+ years of supervisory experience
• Experience in telecommunications construction required (not just general utility)
• Proven experience with fiber optic installation, splicing, and testing
• Experience with outside plant (OSP) and inside plant (ISP) construction
• Experience working around underground and aerial utilities in rural and urban environments
• Experience supporting wireless deployments (DAS, small cells) preferred

Technical Knowledge

Understanding of:

• Fiber optic systems (single-mode, multi-mode)
• Fiber splicing (fusion & mechanical) and OTDR testing
• Structured cabling systems (Cat5, Cat6, Cat6A)
• Coaxial cable installation and testing
• DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems) and small cell deployments
• Blueprint/print reading and telecom design plans
• Underground and aerial telecom installation methods

Familiarity with construction equipment, such as:

• Excavators
• Backhoe/loaders
• Cable plows
• Directional drilling equipment (preferred)
• Compact track loaders

Preferred Certifications

• BICSI Installer 1 & 2 (Copper/Fiber)
• BICSI Technician
• RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer)
• FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• PMP (preferred for advanced project leadership roles)

Skills & Qualities

We are looking for someone who has:

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple telecom projects and crews
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in field environments
• Positive attitude and adaptability

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license (CDL Class A preferred)
• Ability to travel extensively and stay away from home for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Physical ability to lift, walk, stand, bend, and perform field activities

Work Environment

This role is primarily field-based, working outdoors on active construction sites supporting telecommunications network deployments across the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Push Incorporated is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/D/V).

If you are an experienced field leader in telecommunications construction, ready to lead crews and deliver high-impact network infrastructure projects across the country, we encourage you to apply.

Company info

PUSH Inc.