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Director of Construction

Phoenix, AZ

Direct Hire OR Contract to Hire

$160-$170k

We are seeking a Director of Construction to join a leading fiber optic network provider and lead a team of Construction Managers, Project Managers, Inspectors, and Contractors in the on-time, on-budget delivery of telecommunications infrastructure projects. In this role, you will leverage deep OSP/ISP construction expertise to drive peak team performance across a geographic territory or specific construction function — analyzing metrics, mentoring managers, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring every project is delivered with the highest standard of quality and customer satisfaction. This is a senior leadership role for someone who thrives in a high-growth, high-demand environment and knows how to maximize team efficiency through data, process, and people.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 15 years of experience in OSP/ISP telecommunications construction, with at least 3–5 years in a supervisory role.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction prints.
• Thorough knowledge of fiber optic construction practices, procedures, and materials in urban and/or rural environments.
• Strong understanding of fiber and network design, with the ability to make field modifications to engineering work orders as required.
• Proven customer relationship skills with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and professionalism in all customer-facing interactions.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Must have a valid driver’s license in the state of residence.
• High school diploma required; some college preferred.
• Experience managing managers is a plus.
• Familiarity with local municipal and utility licensing and permitting requirements is a plus.
• Experience with GIS systems (e.g., ESRI, IQ Geo) is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Mentor, train, develop, and manage a team of Construction Managers, Project Managers, Inspectors, and Contractors to ensure focused, high-quality delivery of telecommunications infrastructure in urban and/or rural environments.
• Assemble detailed and accurate cost estimates for upcoming construction projects; administer project budgets with full visibility and accountability to on-budget performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare detailed scopes of work and follow company processes for bids and vendor awards.
• Establish project timelines and oversee daily activities of vendor and internal resources to ensure on-time delivery for customers.
• Collect and interpret performance metrics to improve processes, identify inefficiencies, and maximize team productivity in a high-growth environment.
• Ensure project visibility through diligent use of company systems and tools including GIS platforms, inventory management systems, and network management tools.
• Demonstrate superior customer service skills, maintaining the highest standard of professionalism at all customer-facing meetings, surveys, and inspections.
• Support the Engineering and Permitting team in the timely acquisition of municipal and utility licenses and permits.
• Ensure timely processing of all project documentation in accordance with internal policies and procedures, including purchase orders, invoices, and as-builts.
• Provide regular, accurate construction status updates to key internal stakeholders and customers.
• Participate in network maintenance and repair activities as required.
• Perform other duties as required to support broader construction and organizational objectives.

What’s in it for you?

• Senior leadership role with direct ownership over a team of managers, contractors, and inspectors at a leading fiber optic network provider in a period of rapid infrastructure expansion.
• High-visibility position reporting to the VP of Construction, with broad influence over how projects are planned, resourced, and delivered across a growing network footprint.
• Opportunity to build and develop a high-performing construction organization in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
• Meaningful impact on the communities served through the deployment of next-generation fiber optic infrastructure.

Disclaimer: Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.

EEO: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits & Perks: Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.

Pay Disclaimer: The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.