Project Resident

Project Resident

Palmetto Engineering & Consulting (PEC)

Join Our Team at PEC!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with an innovative, employee-owned company? At PEC, we're seeking an OSP II Project Resident to join our growing team. This is a unique opportunity to lead on-site telecom engineering work and contribute to a dynamic company that values professional development, teamwork, and personal achievement.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee project-specific on-site activities for mapping, staking, and construction inspection of outside plant facilities — with a focus on quality, effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Provide technical oversight to on-site staff, monitor work for conformance with company standards and design, and review staff time reports for accuracy.
• Orient and train new and existing employees.
• Edit and update construction prints and prepare “as-built” records to reflect field changes.
• Serve as the primary liaison between PEC and the client, communicating regularly to ensure expectations and delivery timelines are met.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager on work scheduling and project coordination.
• Secure right-of-way and complete permit applications as needed.
• Negotiate with construction contract personnel and keep the Project Manager, clients, and staff informed of changes or issues.
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints, monitor safety practices on-site, and ensure company equipment and property are properly maintained.
• Backfill for OSP technicians when required.

What You Bring to the Table:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of solid OSP telecommunications experience, including project staking, inspecting, and application of RUS construction practices and procedures.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to perform all duties of an OSP Technician.
• Experience with mapping, boundary, topographic, and as-built surveys, plus construction and ROW staking using digital applications.
• Knowledge of telecom construction practices and techniques related to utility work.
• Proficiency operating GPS equipment and strong computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with supervisors, clients, the public, and staff.
• Sharp attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and a knack for analyzing needs and recommending solutions.
• Travel required: weekly travel to job sites as needed.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to pass a substance abuse screening test.

Work Schedule:

• Standard schedule: Monday–Friday, with 8- or 10-hour shifts and occasional variations based on project needs.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience, education, and credentials.
• Comprehensive benefits package:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — PEC gifts company stock to employees at no cost to you, building additional retirement value as the company grows.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match (25% match on the first 6% of contributions).
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) accruing from day one.
  • 8 paid holidays per year.
• Career growth in an employee-owned company that values professional development.
• A team-oriented culture where your contributions truly make a difference!

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk and stand for long periods on even and uneven ground, drive for extended and sporadic periods throughout an 8- or 10-hour workday, work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather, stoop and bend frequently, and manage occasional light-to-medium lifting.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply today and become part of a company that values your expertise and career growth!

PEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer