HNM Systems
HNM Systems is the leading tech-enabled professional services provider, shaping the workforce across the telecom, energy, and technology sectors. We connect specialized talent with direct hire, contract-to-hire, and consulting opportunities that support fiber expansion, digital infrastructure, wireless networks, and smart grid energy solutions. Our innovative approach delivers high-impact outcomes, with a 94% success rate in talent placement and project execution. Relentlessly people-driven, HNM Systems sets the industry standard through exceptional employee experience and long-term client value.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This is an excellent opportunity to support large-scale Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) deployments serving multi-dwelling communities across a growing fiber network. You'll play a key role in ensuring construction quality, supporting field-to-engineering coordination, overseeing contractors, and helping deliver next-generation broadband infrastructure. The position offers exposure to both Inside Plant (ISP) and Outside Plant (OSP) construction, site surveys, design validation, and project documentation, providing a well-rounded opportunity for long-term career growth within a growing telecommunications construction program.
Overview
Our customer is seeking an MDU Construction Inspector to be responsible for inspecting, auditing, and supporting construction activities associated with the deployment of Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) telecommunications networks to multi-dwelling unit (MDU) properties.
This position supports both Inside Plant (ISP) and Outside Plant (OSP) construction and works closely with construction contractors, engineering teams, property stakeholders, and internal project teams to ensure construction is completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with approved designs and quality standards.
The role includes a combination of field inspection, site surveys, contractor oversight, design and constructability support, construction documentation, and desktop project coordination.
This is a Construction Inspector position and not a Construction Manager position. The role supports both ISP and OSP construction activities and includes significant inside-building construction support, private-property coordination, contractor oversight, site surveying, design and field coordination, and desktop project documentation activities.
The Construction Inspector will support projects throughout the company's Minnesota market. Project locations will vary based on active construction schedules and are subject to change.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform quality control inspections of contractor construction activities supporting MDU fiber deployments.
- Inspect both ISP and OSP fiber construction, including construction performed within buildings, on private property, and throughout associated outside plant infrastructure.
- Monitor contractor work to ensure construction complies with approved designs, specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
- Meet with contractors onsite and provide field oversight throughout construction.
- Identify construction deficiencies, incomplete work, and quality concerns.
- Communicate required corrective actions to contractors and verify that corrections are properly completed.
- Conduct and support site surveys for upcoming MDU fiber projects.
- Validate existing field and building conditions prior to or during construction.
- Review proposed construction routes, building access points, pathways, and other constructability considerations.
- Observe work in progress to ensure construction procedures and materials conform to project requirements.
- Review construction drawings and compare designs against actual field conditions.
- Identify field conditions that may require changes to the original construction design.
- Coordinate with engineering teams when design issues or constructability challenges are identified.
- Provide clear field information to support design modifications and construction decisions.
- Support resolution of construction issues discovered once projects move from engineering into the field.
- Attend preconstruction and construction coordination meetings as required.
- Support work taking place on MDU and other private properties while maintaining professional communication with property representatives, contractors, and project stakeholders.
- Measure and audit completed construction quantities when required.
- Assist with validation of contractor work and associated billing documentation as applicable.
- Maintain accurate construction and inspection records.
- Document daily activities, construction progress, field conditions, photographs, deficiencies, and corrective actions.
- Prepare and submit inspection reports and progress updates.
- Communicate construction delays, risks, quality concerns, and field issues to project leadership.
- Utilize company-provided laptops and web-based project management systems to document and track construction activities.
- Support additional inspection, survey, construction, and project activities as market needs change.
- All other duties as assigned.
Accountability
The MDU Construction Inspector is accountable for helping maintain high construction quality standards, identifying issues before project acceptance, verifying contractor work, and supporting the successful deployment of MDU fiber infrastructure.
The position is responsible for construction inspection and project support and does not carry full Construction Manager responsibility for overall project budgets, schedules, contractor resources, financial performance, or end-to-end program delivery.
Qualifications
- To perform this position successfully, an individual should be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Education
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Additional telecommunications construction training, certifications, or technical education is preferred.
Experience
- Three to five years of telecommunications construction experience preferred.
- Previous experience with fiber construction is strongly preferred.
- Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:
- MDU construction
- Inside Plant construction
- Outside Plant construction
- Aerial construction
- Underground construction
- Construction inspection
- Fiber site surveys
- Contractor oversight
Construction Knowledge
- Working understanding of telecommunications and fiber construction practices.
- Understanding of the general construction lifecycle from engineering through field installation and project completion.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
- Ability to compare construction designs with actual field conditions.
- Ability to identify construction or constructability issues and communicate them effectively.
- Understanding construction quality standards and inspection practices.
Computer Skills
Strong computer skills are preferred, including proficiency with:
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Internet and web-based applications
- Construction and project tracking systems
Candidates should be comfortable learning new web-based construction and project management tools.
Key Competencies
Construction Quality
- Demonstrates strong attention to detail.
- Identifies workmanship and construction quality concerns.
- Ensure corrective actions are properly completed.
- Consistently monitors work to ensure quality expectations are met.
Problem Solving
- Identifies and resolves construction issues in a timely manner.
- Gathers and analyzes field information.
- Recognizes when actual field conditions conflict with construction designs.
- Works effectively with contractors, engineers, and project leadership to identify practical solutions.
Contractor Management
- Communicates clearly and professionally with contractors.
- Provides appropriate field directions and feedback.
- Holds contractors accountable to construction and quality requirements.
- Follows through on outstanding construction issues.
Communication
- Communicates field conditions and construction issues clearly.
- Listens effectively and asks appropriate questions.
- Provides accurate written and verbal updates.
- Works effectively with engineering, construction, property representatives, and project leadership.
Planning and Organization
- Prioritize field inspections based on project activity.
- Maintains accurate documentation.
- Uses time efficiently.
- Manages multiple active project locations and competing priorities.
Adaptability
- Adjust effectively as construction schedules and locations change.
- Responds appropriately to unexpected field conditions.
- Works effectively in an environment with changing priorities and construction requirements.
Safety
- Observes established safety policies and procedures.
- Identifies potentially unsafe construction conditions.
- Communicates safety concerns appropriately.
- Uses field equipment safely and correctly.
Business-Related Contacts
The MDU Construction Inspector may regularly interact with:
- Construction contractors
- Site foremen and construction crews
- Engineering teams
- Construction Managers
- Project leadership
- Property owners and property representatives
- Municipal inspectors
- Utility representatives
- Other project stakeholders
Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
- Valid, unrestricted driver's license required.
Specialized Equipment
The position may utilize:
- Measuring wheel
- Tape measure
- Height stick
- Company-provided laptop
- Mobile phone
- Construction drawings
- Other standard inspection and field documentation equipment
Physical Demands
This role requires a combination of field and office/desktop work.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be required to:
- Stand
- Walk
- Sit
- Climb
- Balance
- Bend
- Kneel
- Crouch
- Reach
- Navigate active construction environments
- Access different areas of MDU properties
The employee may also occasionally be required to lift and/or move equipment or materials associated with construction inspection activities.
Specific vision abilities may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment & Travel
The position involves regular travel between active construction sites throughout the assigned market.
While performing field responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to:
- Outside weather conditions
- Construction equipment
- Moving mechanical equipment
- Dust and airborne particles
- Noise
- Heat and cold
- Electrical hazards
- Active construction environments
The role will also include desktop work and project documentation utilizing company-provided technology.
Territory / Travel
This position supports MDU fiber construction projects throughout the company's Minnesota market, including the greater Twin Cities metro and surrounding markets.
Current construction activity includes the St. Cloud/St. Joseph region and multiple areas throughout the greater Twin Cities metro, including western, southern, and eastern portions of the market.
Project locations and territory are subject to change based on construction schedules and future build activity.
Candidates should be comfortable supporting multiple active project locations and traveling between sites as needed.
Compensation
- $33.00-$38.00 per hour, depending on experience
- Flexible for the right candidate
Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Supplemental Insurance through Aflac
- 401(k) Plan
Growth Opportunity
This position offers long-term development potential within a growing Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) deployment program. As construction activity expands, additional opportunities may become available in the future.
The immediate focus of this role remains construction quality, contractor oversight, ISP/OSP inspections, site surveys, design and field coordination, and project documentation. Candidates will gain valuable exposure to broader construction operations as the program continues to grow.
EEO / Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position. This job description is subject to revision, and it may be updated to reflect changes in the role or organization.
HNM Systems utilizes legally permissible drug and background checks as part of our screening process. Essential requirements of the position include eligibility to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship now or in the future.
It is the policy of HNM Systems, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information and/or marital status. HNM Systems, Inc is compliant with the Fair Chance Ordinance as applicable and will consider all qualified applications for employment.
