Fiber Construction Supervisor

Fiber Construction Supervisor

Socket Fiber is one of the fastest growing fiber internet providers in Missouri and is dedicated to building and expanding high-speed fiber optic networks that connect communities. Socket Fiber is a company with more than 25 years of experience. We are committed to innovation, quality, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of connectivity!

We are rapidly expanding our fiber network and are looking for a highly skilled Construction Manager to join our team.

As the Fiber Construction Supervisor at Socket Fiber, you will manage positive relationships with external vendors to bring continuous value for both Socket and the external provider. You will be responsible for planning, organizing, and training contract resources to ensure projects are completed efficiently and on time.

This is not a remote position. Applicant must be located in the Memphis, TN area.

Responsibilities

• Direct a team of Field Coordinators or Outside Plant Engineers to manage construction contractors to meet company deadlines for fiber duct, fiber installation and splicing through test and activation/close out with quality and safety being front of mind.
• Set quality and safety standards processes, ensure quality and safety checks are taking place with contractors daily/weekly meetings and reporting documentation is gathered and placed in a company repository.
• Seek out and manage positive relationships with external partners
• Work with key internal partners to understand both needs and constraints, creating plans to provide solutions
• Leverage outside resources to maximize production
• Manage to timelines and constraints, ensuring there is clear communication to all stakeholders
• Utilize creative problem solving skills to identify unique solutions
• Create opportunities to outsource functions currently done internally
• Identify process efficiencies to drive early success
• Ensure resources are set up for success: proper training, onboarding and feedback is delivered

Requirements

• 5+ years experience working in construction, managing projects, providing project support, OR a relationship/client manager
• Proven expertise in managing large-scale projects.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with relevant software and tools for project management and construction oversight.
• A strong commitment to safety and compliance.
• Previous experience in the telecommunication industry required
• Previous experience in fiber design and fiber splicing preferred

Why Join Socket Fiber?

At Socket Fiber, we're redefining what it means to connect communities. We share a mission-driven culture focused on bringing high-speed internet to areas that need it most. We're not just selling a servicewe're providing access, opportunity, and real change. Socket Fiber offers a culture where employee strengths are highlighted and recognized.

A few of the keyways we strive to make employees feel valued include:

• Competitive pay + bonus potential or performance-based commission
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and 401k with match
• Free coaching/counseling for employees & families
• Free fiber service (if available in your area)
• Tuition reimbursement for personal and professional growth
• Community engagement opportunities
• Culture that values results, effort, and integrity

Our Core Values

• Respect: Toward all customers, communities, property, and coworkers.
• Advocacy: In-person, online, or by phonewe go beyond support to serve as customer advocates.
• Transparency: In our commitments, service experiences, and business relationships.
• Progress: Growth is proof of our dedication to improving lives and communities.
• Winning: Every conversation is a chance to gain a customer for life.

If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career with Socket Fiber, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

This role is not eligible for relocation.

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

This employer uses E-Verify.