OSP Project Manager

Job Summary: The OSP Project Manager directs and supervises the work efforts of their assigned staff on long-haul fiber network projects. This position executes the technical direction provided by Management regarding route engineering, permitting, right-of-way, construction, and splicing/testing scope, deliverables, schedule, and budget for the project. The OSP Project Manager is responsible for nurturing a positive client interface, providing all project details to the client in a timely manner, and coordinating across engineering, permitting, construction, and utility/railroad partners to ensure the long-haul fiber route is delivered on schedule and to specification.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for scheduling, forecasting, and tracking the project and team deliverables.
• Manage and delegate workflow to maximize productivity.
• Effectively be able to create work plans, manage resource planning, set & track goals, implement process improvement, and submit timely project reporting.
• Develop project work plans and recovery plans to maintain project objectives.
• Authorize/endorse project related contract documents.
• Perform Quality Control reviews of documents and plans for accuracy and completeness
• Implement operational protocols to deliver and measure the quality of our services.
• Accountable for the deployment of workload schedules, project execution, delivery within budget, and quality of all project elements.
• Serve as client contact on assigned projects to keep them informed and respond to their needs.
• Build, develop, improve, and expand relationships with key clients within the market.
• Attend all necessary meetings and be the primary contact with your clients.
• Listen to understand the needs of your client to implement process and/or schedule changes.
• Maintain open and positive working relationships and enhance the image of the company for the development of additional business opportunities.
• Submit Purchase Order (PO} requests to clients, work with clients to obtain PO, track work completed to invoice against PO, and regularly report to management.
• Prepare proposals, expressions of interest, and contracts for assigned projects.

• Understand that client engagement and development is one of the most important aspects of the position.
• Approve all project schedules, budgets, work plans, and QC/QA plans.

• Actively coach and mentor your team members to insure employee growth and success.
• Foster the use of new/innovative concepts in the development of project designs and proposals.
• Review and approve time sheets, expense reports, and invoices for assigned employees.
• Oversee development of complex work plans in accordance with schedule, budget, and quality of projects.
• Assist in staff training to learn sound technical and business practices and to enhance corporate objectives.
• Manage staff and subcontractors to ensure gross margin performance in accordance with project budget.
• Manage route engineering, permitting, and right-of-way/easement acquisition for long-haul fiber segments, including coordination with state DOTs, railroads, and utility companies for crossing and joint-use agreements.
• Understanding of outside plant (OSP) construction activities, including aerial and underground placement, directional boring, splicing, and testing, across multi-state route segments.
• Track and manage make-ready engineering and pole attachment processes in coordination with utility and joint-use partners.
• Maintain accurate as-built documentation, GIS mapping, and fiber route records to ensure data integrity across the project lifecycle.
• Identify and manage long-haul-specific project risks, including weather delays, land access disputes, and environmental or cultural resource clearances.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience within the long-haul fiber/OSP engineering and construction industry required.
• Proven ability to analyze financial reports and budgets to plan the course of the work effectively.
• Proven aptitude to demonstrate knowledge and experience in strategic planning and development.
• Proven experience leading, motivating, and communicating consistently with employees and clients.

Education and Experience:

• Must possess at least 10 years of experience in a project management role.

• Possess a bachelor's degree in Business Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Telecommunications, or equivalent years of experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.