HNM Systems
HNM Systems is the leading tech-enabled professional services provider, shaping the workforce across the telecom, energy, and technology sectors. We connect specialized talent with direct hire, contract-to-hire, and consulting opportunities that support fiber expansion, digital infrastructure, wireless networks, and smart grid energy solutions. Our innovative approach delivers high-impact outcomes, with a 94% success rate in talent placement and project execution. Relentlessly people-driven, HNM Systems sets the industry standard through exceptional employee experience and long-term client value.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This opportunity offers the chance to play a critical leadership role supporting the construction of essential telecommunications infrastructure. You will work directly in the field, leading crews, driving project execution, and helping expand high-capacity fiber networks that support communities and businesses. The role provides meaningful responsibility, strong visibility with operations leadership, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact on large-scale underground construction projects. For experienced field leaders, this position offers a highly hands-on environment where safety, quality, and production excellence are valued.
Overview
Our customer is seeking experienced Construction Supervisors to support underground telecommunications construction projects throughout Ohio. This is a field-based leadership position responsible for directing crews, ensuring safe work practices, maintaining quality standards, and driving daily production activities.
The ideal candidate possesses strong underground construction experience and has a proven ability to lead field crews, coordinate job-site activities, and maintain a visible onsite presence throughout project execution.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Frontline Leadership & Crew Management
- Supervise and direct field crews including operators, linemen, laborers, locators, and subcontractors.
- Conduct daily tailgate meetings to review safety expectations, daily goals, and jobsite conditions.
- Lead by example with professionalism, urgency, and attention to detail.
- Identify skill gaps and provide coaching, mentorship, and corrective guidance when necessary.
- Foster a strong team environment built on communication, respect, and accountability.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between field crews and Operations Management.
Safety Compliance & Oversight
- Ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA, DOT, NESC, and state 811 regulations, as well as company and customer safety policies.
- Verify utility locates and dig tickets are valid before any excavation begins.
- Monitor proper use of PPE, fall protection, climbing gear, trench protection, and equipment safety procedures.
- Identify unsafe conditions or behaviors and correct them immediately.
- Document and address all near misses, incidents, or hazards.
- Approve and submit daily safety documentation including JHAs and pre-job briefings.
- Enforce stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are present.
- Conduct a minimum of five field safety inspections per week.
Jobsite Planning & Project Execution
- Review construction prints, maps, permits, and work orders prior to mobilization.
- Plan and coordinate work activities to ensure efficient project execution and minimize downtime.
- Oversee field operations.
- Ensure all installations meet project specifications, required depths, and clearance requirements.
- Confirm proper traffic control and jobsite safety measures are in place at all times.
Quality Control & Documentation
- Perform ongoing job-site inspections to verify workmanship and compliance with project standards.
- Inspect installed conduit, fiber, strand, vaults, hardware, tracer wire, and restoration work.
- Track and document production metrics such as bore footage, trench length, and aerial placement.
- Maintain accurate job-site documentation including daily reports, safety logs, and production logs.
- Communicate field changes, redlines, or scope adjustments to management in real time.
Productivity & Resource Management
- Establish clear daily production goals and ensure crews are progressing toward them.
- Monitor labor, equipment utilization, and material usage to maintain job efficiency.
- Report material shortages, equipment issues, or permitting delays promptly.
- Coordinate with engineering, logistics, warehouse teams, and subcontractors to maintain project momentum.
Construction Supervisors are expected to:
- Maintain an active daily presence on job sites.
- Take full ownership of crew performance, job quality, and safety compliance.
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized job sites.
- Uphold customer standards and company values during all field interactions.
- Solve problems quickly and effectively in the field with a solutions-focused mindset.
- Ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and according to specifications.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Travel and weekend hours may be required.
Required Skills and Knowledge
- Strong understanding of telecommunications construction methods (aerial and underground).
- Knowledge of HDD equipment, trenchers, mini-excavators, bucket trucks, and climbing equipment.
- Familiarity with utility locates, dig laws (811), pole line standards, and depth/separation requirements.
- Ability to read and interpret construction prints, engineering plans, and telecom maps.
- Experience using digital reporting tools, production logs, spreadsheets, and mobile reporting platforms.
- Strong organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage, Supplemental Insurance through Aflac, & 401K plan.
EEO / Disclaimer (USA)
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position. This job description is subject to revision, and it may be updated to reflect changes in the role or organization.
HNM Systems utilizes legally permissible drug and background checks as part of our screening process. Essential requirements of the position include eligibility to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship now or in the future.
It is the policy of HNM Systems, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information and/or marital status. HNM Systems, Inc is compliant with the Fair Chance Ordinance as applicable and will consider all qualified applications for employment.
