Campus Fiber Infrastructure Construction Monitor, Data Centers

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Campus Fiber Infrastructure Construction Monitor to support construction of mission-critical data center campus fiber and telecommunications infrastructure in Texas. This field-based position is intended for an experienced construction professional with a strong understanding of underground utilities, telecommunications conduit systems, civil construction, construction drawings and field quality processes. The Construction Monitor will serve as AECOM's on-site representative, documenting whether observed work is consistent with approved drawings, project requirements, applicable construction standards and established quality requirements.

The position requires a professional who can work effectively in an active construction environment, coordinate with construction managers, general contractors, subcontractors and technical teams, and maintain accurate, objective field documentation.

This will be an on-site position at our offices in Houston, Texas.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Monitoring and Field Coordination

• Provide on-site monitoring of civil and telecommunications infrastructure construction.
• Monitor installation of underground conduit systems, duct banks, manholes, handholes, vaults, points of entry and related campus fiber infrastructure.
• Observe construction activities and document installation progress, field conditions and potential quality concerns.
• Monitor construction progress against planned activities and project milestones.
• Participate in construction coordination meetings and communicate field observations, outstanding items and potential schedule impacts.
• Coordinate with construction managers, general contractors, fiber teams and other project stakeholders.
• Identify potential conflicts, incomplete work and conditions that could affect future fiber installation or infrastructure readiness.

Drawing and Design Review

• Read and interpret civil, telecommunications and fiber construction drawings.
• Review relevant CAD, BIM and GIS information to understand planned infrastructure locations and requirements.
• Compare observed field conditions with approved construction documentation.
• Identify apparent conflicts, omissions or deviations and escalate them through established project channels.
• Support pre-construction review of conduit routes, vault locations, points of entry and other telecommunications infrastructure.

Quality Monitoring

• Observe installation of conduit, duct banks, vaults, manholes, handholes and related civil infrastructure.
• Document observed conduit routing, installation depth, materials and installation conditions.
• Observe conduit encasement and other critical construction activities when required.
• Monitor conduit proofing and mandrel-testing activities.
• Document nonconforming or potentially nonconforming conditions and communicate observations to the appropriate project representatives.
• Track identified issues through resolution and maintain clear supporting documentation.
• Support project closeout and verification of completed telecommunications infrastructure.
• Use GIS-based field applications to capture construction and inspection information.
• Maintain accurate location-based records for installed campus infrastructure.
• Capture photographs and supporting field information associated with observations.
• Support maintenance of accurate records for conduit, vaults, points of entry and other campus telecommunications infrastructure.
• Assist with verification of record and as-built information against observed field conditions.
• Maintain complete and organized field records suitable for project reporting and closeout documentation.

Reporting and Communication

• Prepare clear and concise field reports documenting construction progress, observations, quality issues and outstanding items.
• Provide timely escalation of significant quality, schedule, safety or infrastructure concerns.
• Maintain issue and action-item tracking as required by the program.
• Communicate effectively with AECOM and client project leadership.
• Participate in recurring construction and program coordination meetings.
• Provide factual, objective and well-supported field documentation.

Role Boundary

The Construction Monitor documents observed conditions and provides recommendations based on those observations. Final acceptance of construction remains with the client or other designated project authority. The role does not relieve contractors of responsibility for construction means, methods, sequencing, safety, testing, workmanship or contractual compliance.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• HS Diploma + 2 years of relevant field experience involving civil construction, underground utilities, telecommunications infrastructure, electrical infrastructure or comparable work.
• Experience working in active construction environments.
• Ability to read and interpret civil and/or telecommunications construction drawings.
• Working knowledge of underground conduit construction, vaults, manholes, handholes, trenching and duct banks.
• Understanding of construction sequencing, schedules and field quality-control practices.
• Experience documenting construction activities and preparing professional field reports.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to use computers, tablets and mobile field applications.
• Ability to travel among assigned project locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting data centers, mission-critical facilities, telecommunications networks or other technically complex programs.
• Background as a Construction Superintendent, Construction Manager, Field Engineer, Construction Inspector or Telecommunications Inspector.
• Experience with outside plant fiber and underground telecommunications conduit.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Online and Survey123.
• Experience reviewing CAD and BIM construction information.
• Experience with Procore or similar construction-management platforms.
• OSHA construction safety training applicable to the assigned work.
• Experience coordinating directly with general contractors and construction-management teams.

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this role
• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY February 1, 2027

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Company Description

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