OSP Senior Field Superintendent (local Columbus)

About The Role:

The Sr Field Superintendent is a crucial role focused on ensuring the successful planning, design, and implementation of Outside Plant infrastructure for data center construction projects across a designated region. This individual will leverage deep technical expertise in OSP construction, including fiber optic and copper cabling, conduit installation, and associated equipment, to provide guidance and oversight throughout the project lifecycle. The Sr Superintendent will play a pivotal role in reviewing project plans, assessing means and methods for construction, participating in the procurement and bid process for resources and equipment, and providing critical coaching and mentorship to project teams. This role involves overseeing multiple projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in OSP construction, especially in fiber network deployment and data center infrastructure, and the ability to manage complex projects, foster team growth, and communicate effectively. This position will work in close collaboration with onsite project managers, supervisors and foreman to coordinate technician work force planning, resource dissemination and coordination, general oversight of field operations while providing technical direction to technicians, maintenance of safety standards, productivity, schedule, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and having a strong understanding of the union contract.

What You'll Do:

• Review of scope of works, assist in the development of how to execute implementation phases of OSP infrastructure for data center projects, including fiber and copper cable plants, connections, conduits, and supporting infrastructure.
• Review engineering, design implementation plans and project drawings, Scope of work to ensure alignment with industry standards and project requirements to meet project goals.
• Perform regular quality checks throughout the construction process to guarantee adherence to specifications and quality standards
• Provide expert advice and guidance on troubleshooting and resolving complex OSP construction issues and challenges.
• Develop and implement the best practices for OSP construction.
• Develop, Analyze and evaluate proposed OSP construction to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.
• Define and recommend optimal installation techniques, considering factors like terrain, environmental conditions, and budget constraints.
• Ensure proper installation and protection of critical OSP components, buried underground infrastructure, placement of sub-ducting and installation of fiber optic cabling.
• Participate in the bid process for OSP construction projects, assisting in the evaluation of proposals and resource allocation.
• Provide expert recommendations on the selection of resources, equipment, and materials based on quality, cost, and adherence to industry standards.
• Coach and mentor OSP field crews, Supervisors, Foreman, technicians, and project site teams on best practices, technical skills, and industry knowledge.
• Provide constructive feedback, guidance, and support to enhance team performance and foster professional development.
• Conduct regular site visits based on project proximity, maintaining awareness of the full project scope. Communicate work order changes to the PM and assist in managing project close-out activities (testing, as-builts).
• Lead workshops and presentations to share expertise and facilitate knowledge transfer within the organization.
• Ensure all OSP construction activities comply with relevant local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental, safety, and building codes.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a secure work environment for all personnel.
• Oversee inspections, audits, and site reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory and security agencies.

What You'll Need:

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirement listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• 10 plus years related experience or equivalent role
• Strong Means and Methods understanding
• OHSA 30 certification
• Must meet Motor Vehicle Record requirements.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must meet all requirements to be properly badged and able to meet all client requirements to access the jobsite.
• Familiar with construction management software as needed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office
• Proficient in understanding building plans and specifications
• Team player with field supervision, project management and company administration
• Good understanding of building systems.
• Thorough knowledge of legal issues and safety standards is essential.
• Ability to plan and organize a team effort.
• Good client management and goodwill building ability.
• Capacity to motivate, lead and boost morale of the teams.
• Effective time management and logical decision-making ability.
• Capacity to handle pressure.
• Willing to travel extensively across multiple sites.
• Strong focus on quality and safety.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure situations.
• Self-starter with ability to set goals and tasks with strong leadership skills

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience.

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OH Residents: CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Sr Field Superintendent position is $110,000 and the maximum salary for the position is $130,000. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).