Field Construction Supervisor

Are you a construction-minded leader who enjoys being in the field working with contractors and keeping projects moving Do you have a strong understanding of underground utility construction and the confidence to represent a company in front of cities contractors and community partners

IdeaTek is looking for a Field Construction Supervisor to help launch our fiber construction operations in Tucson Arizona. As we break ground in a new market youll serve as a key on-the-ground representative for IdeaTek working closely with construction contractors and local stakeholders to help ensure projects are built safely efficiently and to the expected standard.

This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who knows construction communicates well and wants to grow into broader project management responsibilities. Youll spend much of your time in the field building relationships with contractors monitoring work working through challenges and helping establish strong construction practices as IdeaTek expands in Tucson.

A Day in the Life

Youll spend your day close to the workchecking in with contractors visiting active construction sites monitoring progress and addressing questions or issues as they arise. You may meet with city representatives review project plans walk a route with a contractor or coordinate with internal teams to keep construction moving.

Because Tucson is a new IdeaTek market youll have an opportunity to help establish how we work with local contractors cities and other stakeholders from the ground up. Your ability to communicate clearly solve problems quickly and represent IdeaTek professionally will be critical to the success of our construction efforts.

What Youll Do

Key responsibilities include:

• Oversee day-to-day field construction activities for fiber deployments ensuring work is completed safely efficiently and according to project requirements.
• Serve as a primary IdeaTek point of contact for construction contractors in the Tucson market providing direction monitoring progress and helping resolve field issues.
• Represent IdeaTek with the City of Tucson and other local stakeholders communicating project needs coordinating requirements and building strong working relationships.
• Monitor construction progress schedules materials manpower and site conditions and communicate status updates risks and potential delays to project leadership.
• Coordinate with internal project management teams to ensure contractors have the information materials and resources needed to execute the work.
• Support project planning and execution across construction activities including scope scheduling procurement and closeout.
• Document field activity project updates and issues to maintain accurate visibility into construction progress.
• Help ensure contractors follow IdeaTek safety expectations construction standards and applicable local requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve construction processes contractor performance and field execution as IdeaTek establishes its Tucson operations.

What Were Looking For

To be considered for this role youll need the following required qualifications:

• 3 years of experience in construction utility construction field supervision or a related role in the Tucson or Southern Arizona construction market
• Strong working knowledge of underground utility construction practices and construction best practices.
• Experience leading or coordinating construction crews contractors or field teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with contractors municipalities and internal teams.
• Valid drivers license with a good driving record.
• Ability to work standard construction hours with flexibility for earlier start times during periods of extreme summer heat.

What Will Help You Stand Out

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency.
• Experience with underground telecommunications broadband utility or civil construction.
• Previous experience working directly with municipalities or city permitting/construction departments.
• Telecommunications experience.

Desired Attributes

Beyond the qualifications these attributes are what make someone a great fit for our team:

• Professional You represent IdeaTek with confidence respect and credibility.
• Relationship Builder You establish trust with contractors city representatives and internal partners.
• Problem Solver You dont wait for problems to grow; you address them quickly and find practical solutions.
• Adaptable You can pivot as project conditions priorities and schedules change.
• Accountable You take ownership of your work and follow through on commitments.
• Communicator You keep the right people informed and can translate field realities into clear project updates.

Why Join IdeaTek

IdeaTek is a cutting-edge telecommunications company dedicated to bringing fast reliable internet to underserved communities. Were a passionate team of innovators and problem-solvers committed to making a difference in the lives of our customers. At IdeaTek we value our employees and foster a culture of collaboration growth and community involvement.

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

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

Our Core Values

• We are Trustworthy We build confidence through transparency follow-through and dependability.
• We count on Big Thinkers We dont just imagine the futurewe create it with bold actionable ideas.
• We have a Resilient Spirit We embrace challenges bounce back from setbacks and keep striving for more.
• We stand on Belief We believe everyone deserves access to technology that helps them learn grow and thrive.
• We foster Connectedness Our work goes beyond broadbandwe build real connections within our team and our communities.
• We drive Innovation Were always looking for ways to improve and redefine whats possible.

Ready to Apply

If youre ready to help build IdeaTeks Tucson construction operations from the ground up represent our company in the community and grow your career in fiber construction wed 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.

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