Construction Manager
Company: Altice USA
Location: Piscataway
Posted on: October 30, 2025
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Job Description:
Lightpath is one of the largest competitive local exchange
carriers in the tri-state area. We own and operate our
infrastructure "from the ground up" by deploying over 20,000 route
miles connecting 13,500 on-net/LIT buildings. With a strong
portfolio of cutting edge solutions for Internet, WAN, Voice,
SD-WAN, Security & Cloud services, we enable Enterprise customers
of all sizes the ability to react to new challenges while
developing best practices for the future. With Lightpath’s
continued focus on network excellence and a “customer first”
service commitment, we are building a workforce of the best talent
that will meet the needs of our customers and reflect the diverse
communities we serve. Job Summary The Construction Manager plays a
critical project leadership role in the deployment of
telecommunications infrastructure. The Construction Manager is the
single point of contact for assigned construction projects from
initial cost estimation through final as-built documentation and
customer activation. Conduct field and site surveys to establish
the most cost and time efficient plans for the deployment of
Lightpath telecommunications infrastructure. Ensure accurate and
acceptable construction prints are developed and follow relevant
internal procedures to bid and award construction work to vendors.
Schedule, supervise and inspect internal and/or vendor crews
performing outside and inside plant telecommunications
infrastructure to deliver Lightpath services to commercial and
municipal customers. Also, Construction Managers maintain the
budget for each build and with the Project Manager are a consistent
and visible face to our customers. Responsibilities The successful
candidate will demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the outside
and inside plant construction process for fiber optic cable and
wireless infrastructure in urban and/or rural environments.
Construction Managers leverage deep time management and
organizational skills to deliver superior results to our customers.
Construction Manager’s must be able to: Assemble detailed and
accurate cost estimates for upcoming construction projects.
Administrate the project budget: ensuring visibility and
accountability to on-budget performance throughout the project life
cycle. Prepare detailed scopes of work and follow company processes
for bids and vendor awards. Establish project timeline and oversee
daily activities of vendor and/or internal resources to deliver
on-time performance for our customers. Ensure project visibility is
sufficient through diligent application of company systems and
tools such as Oracle and Netcracker. Demonstrate superior customer
service skills; maintaining the highest standard of professionalism
at all customer facing meetings, surveys, inspections, etc. Support
the ROW team in the timely acquisition of municipal and utility
licenses and permits. Ensure the timely processing of project
documentation in accordance with all internal policies and
procedures: PO’s, Invoices, as-builts, etc. Secure any Certificates
of Insurance required from vendors. Provide regular accurate
updates on construction status to key internal stakeholders,
customers, and within Lightpath systems and tolls such as
Netcracker or a GIS based system. Participate in network
maintenance and repair activities as required. Other duties as
required. Qualifications Minimum HS graduate, some college
preferred. Basic PC skills required: Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Minimum (approx.) 5 years’ experience in OSP/ISP telecommunications
construction. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret
construction prints. Thorough knowledge of construction practices
and procedures as well as knowledge of fiber optic materials and
practices. Understanding of local municipal / utility licensing and
permitting requirements a plus. Experience with GIS systems a plus.
Must have a valid driver’s license in the state of their residence.
The Construction Manager must have a thorough knowledge of fiber
and network design and be capable of making field modifications to
engineering work orders as required to meet changing customer
requests. Lightpath is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to
recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all
backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national
origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or
mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or
veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or
local law. Lightpath collects personal information about its
applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers,
professional or employment related information, photos, education
information and/or protected classifications under federal and
state law. This information is collected for employment purposes,
including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant
background screening, human resource administration and compliance
with federal, state and local law. This position is identified as
being performed in/or reporting to company operations in New
Jersey. The pay range at the time of posting in the specified
locations is $100,000 - $125,000/year. Pay ranges are supplied in
compliance with New Jersey law. Pay is competitive and based on a
number of job-related factors, including skills and experience.
Some of our featured benefits include medical, dental, vision
insurance, yearly bonus program and company matched 401k.
Keywords: Altice USA, East Brunswick , Construction Manager, Engineering , Piscataway, New Jersey
