Fiberoptic Superintendent - Electrical Construction

Requisition ID: 181721 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: MEC Industrial District Department: Field Supervision Market: Industrial Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview The Fiberoptic Superintendent is responsible for leading and overseeing all field operations related to fiber optic installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance activities. This role provides day-to-day supervision of craft personnel, subcontractors, and field crews while ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards. The Fiberoptic Superintendent serves as the primary field leader for fiber optic construction activities and collaborates closely with project management, engineering, clients, and other trade partners. District Overview Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is a subsidiary of the Kiewit Corporation. Since our founding in 1928 in Boston, Massachusetts, Mass. Electric Construction’s philosophy has been to pursue electrical projects that require a higher level of technical and logistical skill. MEC has strategically organized to actively participate in and capture projects in the growing industrial market. We intend to effectively compete and win in traditional and alternate delivery procurements and position ourselves for a sustainable future. We self-perform the majority of our work and are looking for people committed to the industrial construction industry.

his position is based in Boston, MA or Virginia Beach, VA.

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities.

We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets, and career goals of each team member.

This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

• Champion a culture of safety and ensure compliance with company, client, and regulatory safety requirements.
• Conduct daily safety meetings, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and site inspections.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
• Ensure all craft personnel are trained and equipped to perform work safely.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all fiber optic construction activities, including:
• Underground and aerial fiber installations
• Conduit and duct bank installation
• Fiber cable pulling and placement
• Fiber splicing and termination
• Testing, certification, and commissioning
• Develop and execute short-term and long-term work plans.
• Monitor production rates and proactively address schedule impacts.
• Coordinate work with utility owners, contractors, inspectors, and clients.
• Directly supervise foremen, splicers, technicians, and craft personnel.

• 7+ years of telecommunications or fiber optic construction experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience leading field construction crews.
• Strong understanding of: -Fiber optic installation methods -Fiber splicing and testing procedures -Termination of fiberoptic cables -Underground and aerial construction practices -Telecommunications construction standards
• Experience interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with OTDR testing and fiber certification processes.
• Ability to travel and work extended hours as project needs require. #LI-JT1 Other Requirements:
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. Base Compensation: $145,000/yr - $155,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.