Lead the Future of Fiber Optic Infrastructure as an Administrator Construction Manager

Location: Valparaiso, IN 46385 | Full-time | 12-month contract

Pay Rate: $41.83 – $46.35/hr | Schedule: 40 hours per week

Drive the Digital Revolution

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a highly motivated Administrator Construction Manager to oversee OSP (Outside Plant) construction activities. In this role, you will ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while coordinating with municipalities, utilities, and internal teams. If you have a passion for construction management and a deep understanding of fiber-optic infrastructure, this is your chance to make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Oversee OSP construction projects, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards

• Coordinate with contractors, ensuring compliance with state, local, and company requirements

• Manage project schedules to meet critical timelines

• Conduct pre- and post-project inspections to ensure quality workmanship

• Supervise material management, tracking inventory and usage

• Monitor project budgets, ensuring accurate expenditures

• Investigate and report plant damages to ensure accountability

• Attend pre-construction meetings and collaborate with various stakeholders

• Ensure accurate project documentation, including as-builts and invoicing

Qualifications

Required:

• 5+ years of experience in Outside Plant (OSP) construction and splicing

• Strong knowledge of OSP construction standards, unit descriptions, and SSP contracts

• Familiarity with Work Zone Protection (WZP) and Traffic Control Plans (TCP)

• Understanding of state, local, and company safety standards

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and lift moderately heavy objects

• Willingness to work overtime, be on-call for nights/weekends, and travel occasionally

• This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Preferred:

• Experience supervising union employees and contract vendors

• Strong knowledge of logistics, contract administration, and engineering coordination

Why Join Us?

• Be a Leader in the Digital Age – Help build cutting-edge fiber-optic infrastructure

• Competitive Pay & Career Growth – Earn up to $46.35/hr with leadership opportunities

• Collaborative Work Environment – Work with a diverse team dedicated to excellence

• Make an Impact – Contribute to closing the digital divide

Apply Now & Take Your Career to the Next Level

If you’re an experienced OSP construction professional with a drive for success, apply today to join our team and play a vital role in the future of digital connectivity.

Pay Details: $41.83 to $46.35 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance