We’re hiring an experienced OSP Construction Project Manager based in Northern Ohio to lead outside plant fiber and underground utility projects from kickoff through closeout. This is a field-based role: you’ll run crews and subcontractors, coordinate with carrier and ISP partners, manage schedules and budgets, enforce safety and quality standards, and own the production numbers on your jobs.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and execute OSP construction projects from kickoff through closeout, including aerial and underground fiber builds, HDD, plowing, and trenching.
- Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and scopes of work; track production against plan and adjust resourcing as needed.
- Supervise field crews and subcontractors; ensure work meets technical specifications, safety standards, and customer requirements.
- Serve as primary point of contact for carrier/ISP project managers, inspectors, and internal stakeholders.
- Manage daily reporting, documentation, redlines, as-builts, and change orders.
- Communicate with Utility Locating Companies to schedule locates.
Qualifications
- 3+ years managing OSP, FTTH, or underground utility construction projects.
- Strong understanding of OSP construction methods: HDD, plow, trench, aerial, conduit placement, splicing handoff, and restoration.
- Ability to read construction prints, KMZs, staking sheets, redlines, and as-builts; white line jobs in the field.
- Working knowledge of permitting, ROW, easement, and pole attachment processes.
- Proficient with project management and production tracking software.
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel within project areas (field-based role).
Benefits
- Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
- Profit-Sharing Plan
- Paid Time Off + Holidays
- Company Vehicle, Phone, and Laptop
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Competitive Pay
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
