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Network Connex · 1 month ago

Field Operations Manager

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Network Connex is a company focused on advanced technology environments, seeking a Field Operations Manager. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing the execution of data center fit-out projects, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while coordinating between field teams and project management.

Information ServicesInformation Technology

H1B Sponsor Likely

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

Qualification

Telecommunications installationField leadership experienceStructured cablingFiber installationBICSI certificationProject management toolsSafety best practicesCommunication skillsProblem solvingCustomer-focused mindset

Required

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

Preferred

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, vision, life, and disability insurance

Retirement savings options

Company

Network Connex

Network Connex provider of mission critical network deployment solutions in fiber optic.

Founded in 2017

Oak Brook, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.networkconnex.com/

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