Fiber OSP Construction Project Engineer — Grow the Network

Lumos Fiber; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision

Bonuses

Paid time off

HSAs and FSAs

Life & disability insurance

EAP

401(k) with employer match

Wellness program

Internet discounts

Mobile service discounts

Job summary

Lumos Fiber is seeking an OSP Construction Project Engineer to drive multiple fiber builds, oversee contractor performance, and resolve field challenges. This field-based role requires onsite work in Cook County, IL and travel between active sites.

You will ensure safety, quality, schedule, and budget adherence while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in OSP or telecom construction, strong project management, and knowledge of OSHA/NESC standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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

Problem-solving

Communication

Relationship-building

MS Office

Education

Construction management degree

Engineering degree

Telecommunications degree

Tools

Sitetracker

Smartsheet

Job description

Lumos Fiber is seeking an OSP Construction Project Engineer to drive multiple fiber builds, oversee contractor performance, and resolve field challenges. This field-based role requires onsite work in Cook County, IL and travel between active sites.

You will ensure safety, quality, schedule, and budget adherence while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in OSP or telecom construction, strong project management, and knowledge of OSHA/NESC standards.