Field Fiber Construction Project Lead

Lumos; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Bonus options

Paid time off

HSAs/FSAs

Life & disability insurance

Employee assistance program

401K with match

Wellness program

Internet discounts

Job summary

Lumos is seeking an OSP Construction Project Engineer to expand our 100% fiber optic network and oversee contractor performance across multiple builds within the market. The role requires regular onsite work and travel between active jobsites to drive projects from field readiness through closeout, maintaining safety, quality, and budget adherence.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years in OSP/telecom operations, strong project management, and proven ability to coordinate with crews, municipalities, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in OSP construction, telecommunications engineering, network deployment, or related field operations.
• 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.

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

OSP construction

Telecommunications

Project management

Contractor management

MS Office

Education

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

Tools

Sitetracker

Smartsheet

Job description

Lumos is seeking an OSP Construction Project Engineer to expand our 100% fiber optic network and oversee contractor performance across multiple builds within the market. The role requires regular onsite work and travel between active jobsites to drive projects from field readiness through closeout, maintaining safety, quality, and budget adherence.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years in OSP/telecom operations, strong project management, and proven ability to coordinate with crews, municipalities, and