Fiber Construction Project Lead

Lumos; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401K with employer match

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Employee referral bonuses

Discounts on Lumos Fiber Internet

Job summary

Lumos is seeking an OSP Construction Project Engineer to manage fiber builds, oversee contractor performance, and keep projects on schedule and budget. This field-based role requires regular onsite work and travel to active sites, with a focus on safety, quality, and efficient execution.

You’ll coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Permitting, and Supply Chain, track progress, and resolve field challenges while ensuring OSHA/NESC standards are met and milestones are hit.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years in OSP construction or related field operations.
• Experience managing multiple active construction projects.
• Knowledge of OSHA and NESC standards.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel within the market.

Responsibilities

• Own multiple OSP builds across the market from construction readiness through closeout.
• Set clear expectations for contractors and subcontractors, holding teams accountable for safety, quality, schedule, and budget.
• Track production, schedules, costs, risks, and field progress, and keep stakeholders informed with clear, timely updates.
• Inspect active jobsites and ensure work meets OSHA, NESC, Lumos, and applicable construction standards.
• Coordinate permitting, materials, utilities, municipalities, and other field dependencies that keep construction moving.
• Resolve field roadblocks and community concerns quickly, professionally, and with sound judgment.
• Partner across Engineering, Operations, Permitting, and Supply Chain to improve how Lumos plans, builds, and scales.

Skills

Contractor management

Project management

OSHA/NESC knowledge

Fiber construction

MS Office

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, telecommunications, or related field

Tools

Sitetracker

Smartsheet

Job description

Lumos is seeking an OSP Construction Project Engineer to manage fiber builds, oversee contractor performance, and keep projects on schedule and budget. This field-based role requires regular onsite work and travel to active sites, with a focus on safety, quality, and efficient execution.

You’ll coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Permitting, and Supply Chain, track progress, and resolve field challenges while ensuring OSHA/NESC standards are met and milestones are hit.