OSP Project Manager

Outside Plant (OSP) Project Manager

Location: Ohio and Indiana area. Candidate will be willing to travel to these locations.

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing overall project performance and ensuring adherence to customer timelines. This role manages all aspects of OSP-related projects, from permitting and construction through final As-Built approval, while coordinating closely with subcontractors, vendors, and municipalities. The Project Manager also requisitions labor and materials, ensures project milestones are met, and maintains strong relationships with stakeholders to support timely and successful execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage contractors, material vendors, inspectors, and construction partners.
• Oversee scheduling, training, and performance of field inspectors and subcontractors.
• Conduct cost estimation, budget control, preliminary engineering, and production tracking/reporting.
• Serve as primary liaison with state and local permitting agencies, DOTs, and other regulatory bodies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and produce design maps, field drawings, and updates.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project) and general PC applications.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Current valid driver’s license.
• Ability to manage construction crews and timelines

Technical Skills/Abilities:

• Experience with fiber optic network mapping, GPS units, and recording network positioning.
• Skilled in fiber optic cable (FOC) preparation, splicing, testing, and reporting using power meters, OTDR, and fusion splicing equipment.
• Knowledge of FTTH/FTTP network design and construction.
• Familiarity with “Call Before You Dig” rules and underground utility locating/repair practices.
• Understanding of grounding principles in utility networks.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety rules and regulations as they apply to fiber optic construction and maintenance.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel and reach.
• Must be able to drive a motor vehicle.
• Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English.
• Must have visual acuity.