Director of OSP Construction

Hamilton Barnes ?; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is hiring a Director of OSP Construction in Houston, Texas. The role involves managing regional teams, overseeing construction projects, and ensuring timely delivery within budget. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in construction, ideally in fiber or telecom. Strong leadership and communication skills are necessary.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior construction experience, ideally in fiber, telecom, or utilities.
• Proven experience leading large-scale OSP fiber construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of engineering prints, BOMs, and permitting requirements.
• Track record of delivering fiber projects on time, on budget, and at scale.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships with accountability.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train, and lead regional OSP teams.
• Drive annual construction goals and ensure timely delivery.
• Oversee third-party contractors for quality and safety.
• Implement training and quality-control programs.
• Develop and manage construction budgets and resources.
• Serve as a community ambassador with local officials.

Skills

Senior construction experience in fiber, telecom, or utilities

Leading large-scale OSP fiber construction projects

Knowledge of engineering prints and BOMs

Excellent leadership skills

Project delivery on time, on budget

Managing vendor relationships

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

We are hiring for a Director of OSP Construction in Houston, Texas!

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train, and lead regional OSP teams including field managers, supervisors, splicers, locators, construction managers, and inspectors.
• Drive annual construction goals — ensuring fiber passings are delivered on schedule and within budget.
• Oversee third-party contractors, ensuring safety, quality, professionalism, and respect for the communities being served.
• Implement training and quality-control programs to maintain industry-leading standards of safety, reliability, and performance.
• Develop and manage construction budgets, resources, and vendor scorecards.
• Report weekly on contractor and market performance, meeting quarterly with vendors to review results.
• Serve as a community ambassador, liaising with local officials to keep projects moving smoothly.
• Anticipate and resolve construction challenges while keeping the pipeline of activity strong.
• Review BOMs, engineering prints, and as-builts to ensure accuracy in design, documentation, and execution.
• Partner with project managers to develop work plans, schedules, and resource strategies.
• Lead the OSP department with a focus on coaching, teamwork, and creating a rewarding culture.

Required Skills

• 10+ years of senior construction experience, ideally in fiber, telecom, or utilities.
• Proven experience leading large-scale OSP fiber construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of engineering prints, BOMs, and permitting requirements.
• Excellent leadership skills — able to hire, coach, and motivate high-performing teams.
• Track record of delivering fiber projects on time, on budget, and at scale.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships with accountability and performance metrics.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to represent the company with government leaders and community stakeholders.

Apply now to take the next step in your career with a leader in the industry.

Role Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting