Operations Manager - OSP​/ISP - Data Center

Contract Pay Rate (6 months):
Up to $70.00 per hour
Target Salary after converting Full Time:
Up to $150k
Company: TEKsystems

Title:

Operations Manager - OSP/ISP - Data Center
Site

Location:

Rosemount, MN
Type:
Contract-to-Hire
Compliance:
Must be willing to consent to Drug & Background

Start Date:

TBD in March

* TOP REQUIRED SKILLS
* * 5-10+ years of experience in telecommunications, fiber installation, or utility construction

* Strong understanding of OSP and ISP fiber infrastructure, including pathways, splicing, testing, and network integration

* Experience working on large scale or mission critical construction projects

* Proven ability to manage field teams and subcontractors in a fast paced environment

* Strong communication, coordination, and problem solving skills

* Ability to work fully on site at an active data center construction campus
Preferred / Nice to Have

* Familiarity with GC coordination processes and large scale construction workflows

* Knowledge of fiber certification/testing tools and documentation standards

* Ability to manage multiple work fronts simultaneously

* Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence cross functional teams

* Experience with construction management software (Procore, Bluebeam, etc.)

* POSITION SUMMARY
* The Operations Manager oversees all OSP and ISP construction activities for a large hyperscale data center project. This role ensures seamless execution of fiber installation, pathway construction, splicing, testing, and integration work while coordinating closely with the general contractor, client representatives, subcontractors, and field teams. This leader drives schedule performance, quality, safety, and operational efficiency across multiple work streams in a fast paced, high security data center environment.

* KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Project & Field Operations

* Oversee daily OSP and ISP construction activities, including fiber installation, duct bank work, pathways, terminations, and testing

* Coordinate closely with the general contractor, client teams, and project leadership to align on schedule, scope, and priorities

* Manage field crews, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to specification

* Monitor progress against project milestones and proactively resolve issues that impact schedule or quality

* Ensure compliance with hyperscale data center standards, security protocols, and documentation requirements
Technical Oversight

* Review construction drawings, fiber routes, splicing plans, and installation specifications

* Support QA/QC processes, including inspections, testing documentation, and close out packages

* Troubleshoot field challenges related to fiber routing, pathway constraints, and installation conflicts

* Ensure proper use of materials, equipment, and installation methods consistent with industry best practices
Leadership & Coordination

* Provide daily direction to field supervisors, foremen, and technicians

* Lead coordination meetings with GC, trades, and client stakeholders

* Maintain strong communication between field operations and project management teams

* Support workforce planning, staffing, and resource allocation across OSP/ISP work streams
Administrative & Reporting

* Track production, labor hours, materials, and equipment usage

* Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost control efforts

* Ensure accurate documentation for testing, as-builts, redlines, and turnover packages

* Maintain compliance with safety policies and client specific requirements
What Success Looks Like

* OSP and ISP work streams delivered on schedule with high quality and zero safety incidents

* Strong, collaborative relationships with the GC and client teams

* Efficient coordination of crews, materials, and equipment

* Accurate, timely documentation and smooth turnover of completed work

* A well run, predictable operation that reflects client's reputation for excellence

* Job Type & Location
* This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rosemount, MN.

* Pay and Benefits
* The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $85.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment.…