Field OSP Construction Project Engineer: Fiber Network

Lumos; Virginia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, vision

Company vehicle provided

Paid time off & holidays

401K with employer contribution

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Lumos is hiring an OSP Construction Project Engineer to lead multiple fiber builds in the Petersburg, VA market. This field-based role requires you to manage contractor performance, drive projects from readiness through closeout, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The role requires 5+ years in OSP construction or related field ops, a valid driver’s license, and ability to travel within the market. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this position.

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; OSHA and NESC awareness.
• Experience managing contractors and multiple active projects simultaneously.
• 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 expectations for contractors and subcontractors; ensure safety, quality, schedule, and budget.
• Track production, schedules, costs, risks, and field progress; keep stakeholders updated.
• Inspect active jobsites to ensure OSHA, NESC, and Lumos standards.
• Coordinate permitting, materials, utilities, and other field dependencies.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Relationship building

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree (construction management/engineering/telecommunications)

Tools

Sitetracker

Smartsheet

Job description

Lumos is hiring an OSP Construction Project Engineer to lead multiple fiber builds in the Petersburg, VA market. This field-based role requires you to manage contractor performance, drive projects from readiness through closeout, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The role requires 5+ years in OSP construction or related field ops, a valid driver’s license, and ability to travel within the market. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this position.