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Underground Fiber Construction Lead

TEKsystems • Oak Brook, IL • 3h ago

This is a 90-100% Field Role and must be good with a hands-on role
- Company Vehicle will be provide
Must have experience with Underground Fiber Construction*

Must have ability & experience to read Fiber/Utilities Blueprints*

Seeking leadership ability and experience

Description

Our client is seeking a motivated and skilled Underground Fiber Construction Leader to oversee day-to-day field operations across underground and aerial telecommunications construction projects in Oak Brook, IL and the surrounding area. This frontline leadership role is responsible for managing in-house and subcontractor crews, ensuring compliance with safety standards, maintaining quality control, and meeting project timelines.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, solutions-focused, and highly organized, with a solid understanding of underground telecom construction methods. This position is a key player in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery.

Top Skills Details

Construction management,Osp,Telecommunication,Fiber optic,Telecommunications construction,Underground construction,Blueprint

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Crew Leadership & Site Management

Supervise and support underground and aerial construction crews, including operators, laborers, linemen, and locators.

Conduct daily tailgate meetings to communicate jobsite goals, safety topics, and daily work plans.

Coach and mentor less experienced team members and hold crews accountable for safety, quality, and production.

Coordinate with job site foremen to ensure production goals are achieved.

Safety & Compliance

Enforce compliance with OSHA, DOT, NESC, 811 regulations, and internal safety policies.

Ensure proper use of PPE, climbing gear, fall protection, trench protection, and traffic control.

Document and address near misses, hazards, and incidents; enforce stop-work authority when needed.

Approve and submit daily safety documentation (e.g., JHAs, pre-job briefings).

Conduct and document at least five jobsite safety inspections per week.

Project Execution & Quality Control

Review job prints, permits, maps, and dig tickets before mobilization.

Schedule work to optimize productivity and minimize delays.

Oversee execution of trenching, boring, pole transfers, fiber lashing, slack storage, grounding, and cabinet/vault installation.

Communicate field changes in real-time to managers for approval.

Monitor installation quality of conduit, strand, fiber, tracer wire, and restoration work.

Record redlines and field changes; ensure accurate documentation for project closeout.

Productivity & Resource Coordination

Set daily and weekly production targets; monitor progress and troubleshoot delays.

Track labor hours, equipment usage, and material consumption across multiple job sites.

Communicate project status, material shortages, and permitting issues to management in a timely manner.

Coordinate with logistics, warehouse, engineering, and subcontractors to minimize downtime.

Communication & Reporting

Serve as the liaison between field crews, upper management, a

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Oak Brook, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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 Oak Brook,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 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.

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