Job Description

A growing telecommunications infrastructure project in southern New Mexico is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee field operations supporting a large-scale outside plant (OSP) fiber build. This long-term project includes underground construction, fiber installation, pole-mounted infrastructure, camera installation, excavation, and related field activities.

The Construction Manager will be responsible for coordinating crews, contractors, and daily field operations while ensuring quality, production goals, and project timelines are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations for OSP fiber construction projects.
• Manage activities including:
  • Direct-bury fiber installation
  • Fiber jetting and pulling
  • Fiber splicing and testing
  • Electrical and equipment installation
  • Excavation and trenching operations
  • Pole-mounted infrastructure installation
  • Camera installation
  • Yard and material management
• Lead and coordinate internal crews and subcontractors.
• Ensure quality control and project standards are maintained.
• Monitor production schedules and project milestones.
• Conduct field oversight and support project execution.
• Facilitate communication between project stakeholders and contractors.
• Prepare reports and perform light administrative duties.
• Assist with project coordination, documentation, and closeout activities.
• Motivate crews and help drive productivity in the field.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of OSP or underground construction management experience.
• Experience leading field crews and managing daily construction operations.
• Strong quality control experience within an OSP environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Willingness to work in the field and support hands-on construction activities when needed.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, flexible, and self-motivated.

Preferred Qualifications

• Telecommunications fiber construction experience.
• Experience managing multiple crews across geographically dispersed job sites.
• Background in underground utility construction, fiber installation, and related infrastructure projects.

Work Environment

• Project located in a rural area of southern New Mexico.
• Housing accommodations are available through onsite camp facilities, including private one-bedroom units with a full kitchen and bathroom.
• Daily per diem provided.
• Company vehicle provided for work-related travel.
• Position requires traveling between multiple job sites along approximately a 90-mile corridor.
• Participation in daily safety meetings is expected.
• Employees may travel home on weekends at their own expense.

Location: Columbus, NM and Hachita, NM

Opportunity

This is a long-term project expected to continue through late 2027 or early 2028, with potential opportunities for extension and long-term employment based on project workload and business needs.

Why This Position Is Open

• Project growth and expansion.
• Increased staffing needs to support newly awarded construction work.

What This Opportunity Offers

• Long-term project stability.
• Potential for extension and long-term employment opportunities.
• Company-provided vehicle.
• Housing accommodations and per diem support.
• Opportunity to work on a large-scale telecommunications infrastructure project.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, NM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Columbus,NM.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.