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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 180854
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial District
Department: Field Supervision
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit is seeking an experienced Fiber Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of fiber optic infrastructure on a large-scale data center project. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of OSP and/or ISP fiber construction, including execution strategy, subcontractor performance, schedule adherence, and client coordination. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in fiber construction project management within mission critical, data center, telecom, or utility environments, and is comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-performance environments where schedule, quality, and coordination are critical to success.
District Overview
The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States. Our work spans multiple sectors, including data centers, mineral processing, energy and water, with projects ranging from small capital work to major EPC projects. We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing our clients with world-class solutions while offering our employees stability, growth, and career development opportunities within a multi-billion-dollar organization. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, integrity, and a shared passion for construction. If you’re ready to take on complex, high-impact projects and make a lasting difference in the construction industry, the Kiewit Industrial District is where you can build a career that truly matters.
Location
This role is based in Abilene, Texas.
Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Execution
- Lead the planning and execution of OSP/ISP fiber installation scopes, ensuring alignment with overall project schedules and milestones
- Oversee all phases of fiber delivery including backbone installation, pathway coordination, splicing, testing, turnover, and commissioning
- Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and forecasts, ensuring performance targets are achieved
Subcontractor & Field Management
- Manage and oversee fiber subcontractors, ensuring safety, quality, and production expectations are consistently met
- Collaborate closely with fiber superintendents and field engineers to ensure effective field execution and issue resolution
- Track production progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain schedule
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Coordinate fiber scope across multiple disciplines including:
- Electrical systems
- Telecommunications infrastructure
- Low voltage systems
- IT and commissioning teams
- Ensure seamless integration of fiber infrastructure within the broader data center environment
- Partner with the general contractor, trade partners and client teams to maintain alignment on schedule, priorities, and deliverables
Commercial & Project Controls
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and procurement coordination
- Monitor project costs, track changes, and support forecasting and financial reporting
- Ensure all contractual and scope requirements are met
Quality, Documentation & Turnover
- Oversee implementation of QA/QC processes to ensure fiber installation meets project specifications and client standards
- Ensure proper documentation of:
- Fiber testing results (OTDR, end-to-end testing, certification)
- As-built drawings and redlines
- Turnover and closeout packages
- Support commissioning efforts to ensure system readiness and performance
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as a primary point of contact for fiber scope with client representatives and project leadership
- Deliver regular updates including progress reports, issue logs, and schedule updates
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive project success
Qualifications
Required
- 8+ years of experience in construction project management, with a focus on fiber optic infrastructure
- Proven experience managing large-scale OSP and/or ISP fiber installation projects
- Strong understanding of:
- Fiber backbone installation and routing
- Pathway coordination and cable management
- Fiber splicing, testing, and commissioning processes
- Experience managing:
- Subcontractors and field operations
- Project schedules, RFIs, submittals, and change management
- Procurement coordination and material tracking
- Ability to effectively coordinate across multiple disciplines (electrical, telecom, IT, low voltage)
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Preferred
- Experience in mission critical or data center construction environments
- Background in design-build or EPC project delivery
- Familiarity with fiber testing standards, QA/QC processes, and turnover requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 180854
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial District
Department: Field Supervision
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit is seeking an experienced Fiber Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of fiber optic infrastructure on a large-scale data center project. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of OSP and/or ISP fiber construction, including execution strategy, subcontractor performance, schedule adherence, and client coordination. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in fiber construction project management within mission critical, data center, telecom, or utility environments, and is comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-performance environments where schedule, quality, and coordination are critical to success.
District Overview
The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States. Our work spans multiple sectors, including data centers, mineral processing, energy and water, with projects ranging from small capital work to major EPC projects. We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing our clients with world-class solutions while offering our employees stability, growth, and career development opportunities within a multi-billion-dollar organization. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, integrity, and a shared passion for construction. If you’re ready to take on complex, high-impact projects and make a lasting difference in the construction industry, the Kiewit Industrial District is where you can build a career that truly matters.
Location
This role is based in Abilene, Texas.
Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Execution
- Lead the planning and execution of OSP/ISP fiber installation scopes, ensuring alignment with overall project schedules and milestones
- Oversee all phases of fiber delivery including backbone installation, pathway coordination, splicing, testing, turnover, and commissioning
- Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and forecasts, ensuring performance targets are achieved
Subcontractor & Field Management
- Manage and oversee fiber subcontractors, ensuring safety, quality, and production expectations are consistently met
- Collaborate closely with fiber superintendents and field engineers to ensure effective field execution and issue resolution
- Track production progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain schedule
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Coordinate fiber scope across multiple disciplines including:
- Electrical systems
- Telecommunications infrastructure
- Low voltage systems
- IT and commissioning teams
- Ensure seamless integration of fiber infrastructure within the broader data center environment
- Partner with the general contractor, trade partners and client teams to maintain alignment on schedule, priorities, and deliverables
Commercial & Project Controls
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and procurement coordination
- Monitor project costs, track changes, and support forecasting and financial reporting
- Ensure all contractual and scope requirements are met
Quality, Documentation & Turnover
- Oversee implementation of QA/QC processes to ensure fiber installation meets project specifications and client standards
- Ensure proper documentation of:
- Fiber testing results (OTDR, end-to-end testing, certification)
- As-built drawings and redlines
- Turnover and closeout packages
- Support commissioning efforts to ensure system readiness and performance
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as a primary point of contact for fiber scope with client representatives and project leadership
- Deliver regular updates including progress reports, issue logs, and schedule updates
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive project success
Qualifications
Required
- 8+ years of experience in construction project management, with a focus on fiber optic infrastructure
- Proven experience managing large-scale OSP and/or ISP fiber installation projects
- Strong understanding of:
- Fiber backbone installation and routing
- Pathway coordination and cable management
- Fiber splicing, testing, and commissioning processes
- Experience managing:
- Subcontractors and field operations
- Project schedules, RFIs, submittals, and change management
- Procurement coordination and material tracking
- Ability to effectively coordinate across multiple disciplines (electrical, telecom, IT, low voltage)
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Preferred
- Experience in mission critical or data center construction environments
- Background in design-build or EPC project delivery
- Familiarity with fiber testing standards, QA/QC processes, and turnover requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Project Program Manager Jobs at Kiewit
Align your credentials to Kiewit's project delivery model
Kiewit runs large-scale energy infrastructure projects that require demonstrated experience in EPC or construction program management. Frame your resume around scope control, schedule management, and cross-functional team leadership on capital projects, not general operations roles.
Target Kiewit's energy district offices directly
Kiewit operates through regional districts that staff their own Project Program Managers for energy work. Applying to district-level postings, rather than corporate-level roles, puts your application in front of the hiring managers who actually control headcount and sponsorship decisions.
Clarify your visa category before the offer stage
H-1B and TN sponsorship follow different timelines and eligibility rules. Raise your visa status early in the process so Kiewit's HR team can route you to the right filing path before an offer letter is drafted, avoiding delays at the final stage.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Kiewit roles by visa type
Filtering by sponsorship-confirmed employers saves time when you're targeting a specific company. Migrate Mate lets you browse open Project Program Manager positions at Kiewit and filter by the visa categories relevant to your status.
Prepare a specialty occupation justification for your role
USCIS requires H-1B petitions to demonstrate the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. For Project Program Manager positions, document that the role requires a specific bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, construction management, or a directly related field, not just general business education.
Understand how PERM timing affects your green card start date
If you're targeting EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship at Kiewit, your priority date is set when DOL receives the PERM application. Starting that conversation with your employer during your first or second year on H-1B gives you the most favorable position in the backlog queue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kiewit sponsor H-1B visas for Project Program Managers?
Yes. Kiewit has a demonstrated history of filing H-1B visa petitions for Project Program Manager roles, particularly in its energy division. The role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a degree in engineering or construction management. Sponsorship is generally tied to a specific project need, so roles with active project backlogs are the most viable targets.
Which visa types are commonly used for Project Program Manager roles at Kiewit?
H-1B is the most common path for candidates already in the U.S. on OPT or another nonimmigrant status. Canadian and Mexican nationals working in qualifying engineering or management roles may be eligible for TN visa status. For longer-term U.S. residence, Kiewit has sponsored EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card petitions through PERM for employees in this function.
What qualifications and experience does Kiewit expect for Project Program Manager roles?
Kiewit typically expects a bachelor's degree in civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering, or construction management, combined with hands-on field or project controls experience on large capital energy projects. Experience with EPC project delivery, cost forecasting, and schedule management is weighted heavily. Candidates with power generation, transmission, or energy storage project backgrounds are well-positioned.
How do I apply for Project Program Manager jobs at Kiewit?
Applications go through Kiewit's careers portal, where roles are posted by district and business unit. For international candidates seeking visa sponsorship, Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point, as it surfaces Kiewit's open Project Program Manager positions and filters by sponsorship eligibility so you can identify roles aligned with your visa category before applying directly.
How do I plan my timeline if I need Kiewit to sponsor my H-1B?
H-1B cap-subject petitions can only be filed once per year, with USCIS opening registration in early March for an October 1 start date. If you're on F-1 OPT, confirm your OPT expiration date and factor in the 60-day grace period. Raise sponsorship needs with Kiewit's recruiting team at least six months before your current work authorization expires to allow time for the petition process.