Fiber Optic OSP Construction Engineer – DuPage

Lumos; Illinois; On-site; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and视on

Job summary

Lumos is seeking an OSP Construction Project Engineer to lead fiber-builds across the DuPage, IL market. You will oversee contractor performance, manage field safety, quality, schedule, and budget, and keep stakeholders informed on progress and risks.

The role requires 5+ years in OSP/telecom field operations, strong project management, and travel within the market. A valid driver's license and MS Office proficiency are expected. Competitive benefits and a company vehicle are provided.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in OSP construction, telecommunications engineering, network deployment, or related field operations.
• Strong knowledge of aerial, underground, and buried fiber construction, including OSHA and NESC requirements.
• Experience managing contractors and several active construction projects at the same time.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license and ability to travel throughout the market; company vehicle and mobile phone provided.

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

Project management

Contractor management

Microsoft Office

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Construction/Engineering degree

Tools

Sitetracker

Smartsheet

Job description

Lumos is seeking an OSP Construction Project Engineer to lead fiber-builds across the DuPage, IL market. You will oversee contractor performance, manage field safety, quality, schedule, and budget, and keep stakeholders informed on progress and risks.

The role requires 5+ years in OSP/telecom field operations, strong project management, and travel within the market. A valid driver's license and MS Office proficiency are expected. Competitive benefits and a company vehicle are provided.