Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. National Technologies (NTI), a Network Connex Company, is a turnkey installer of fiber optic and data center infrastructure. The Field Operations Manager oversees day-to-day field execution of data center telecommunications infrastructure projects, coordinating field teams, schedules, safety, quality, materials, subcontractors, and project reporting.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day field operations across multiple scopes within the data center (conveyance, cabling, fiber, racks, etc.)
- Work closely with Construction Managers and General Foremen to plan and sequence daily and weekly activities
- Ensure all field teams—including W2 technicians, union labor, and subcontractors—are adequately staffed, directed, and supported
- Oversee adherence to quality control processes, installation standards, and customer specifications
- Coordinate task schedules, work assignments, material needs, and manpower distribution to ensure alignment with overall project plans
- Partner with the Project Manager and Project Coordinators to communicate progress, risks, and mitigation strategies
- Provide daily updates to PMO/Project Controls on percent complete, production, constraints, and upcoming activities
- Assist in maintaining two-week look-aheads and daily task plans
- Ensure all field teams follow company safety policies and data center site-specific requirements
- Conduct routine safety walkthroughs and reinforce a culture of safety and accountability
- Oversee quality checks related to structured cabling, fiber installation, splicing/testing, labeling, and documentation
- Ensure compliance with ANSI/TIA, BICSI, and customer standards for installation and testing
- Direct and monitor subcontractor performance; escalate issues to leadership as required
- Validate workforce counts, timecards, and production metrics daily
- Coordinate onboarding, training needs, and performance improvement for technicians and foremen
- Ensure appropriate materials, tools, and consumables are available to support installation work
- Coordinate with logistics and procurement teams for timely delivery of components
- Minimize waste, prevent shortages, and help maintain accurate inventories
- Issue daily progress reports, production metrics, constraint logs, and issue tracking updates
- Maintain accurate as-built notes and field documentation to support the PM team
- Assist with turnover package documentation for fiber test results, labeling, and rack/cabinet records
Skills
- 5–8+ years of experience in telecommunications installation within data centers or mission-critical environments
- 3+ years of field leadership experience (Foreman, General Foreman, Construction Manager, etc.)
- Strong proficiency in structured cabling, tray systems, fiber installation, splicing/testing, and rack installation practices
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, riser diagrams, rack elevations, and pathway plans
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate across multiple teams
- Experience supervising union labor (IBEW preferred) and subcontractors
- Strong understanding of safety best practices and quality control processes
- BICSI Technician or equivalent certification (e.g., Installer 2 Copper/Fiber)
- Data center construction experience with major hyperscale clients (AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, Meta, etc.)
- Familiarity with Procore, NetSuite, or similar project management tools
- Knowledge of OTDR/OLTS testing, fusion splicing, and fiber characterization documentation
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth, multi-project environments
Benefits
- Health, dental, and prescription insurance are available on the 1st of the month following your start date.
- Basic Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Insurance are fully funded by the company.
- 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching immediate vesting.
- 10 Paid Holidays per year.
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