Hybrid: OSP Construction Manager for Fiber Network

Lumos Fiber; Augusta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and view

Bonus options

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

HSAs and FSAs

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401K with employer contribution

Wellness program

Discounts on Lumos Fiber Internet

Job summary

Lumos Fiber in Augusta, GA is seeking a full-time Manager – OSP Construction to lead outside plant fiber builds, interfacing with subcontractor teams and internal squads to ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget execution.

The role requires 10+ years in OSP fiber builds, strong leadership, and a valid driver's license; we offer a hybrid on-site schedule, company vehicle, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in OSP construction, engineering, or operations fiber builds.
• 2-5 years’ experience leading techs and contractors in a fiber build environment.
• Active, fully unencumbered driver’s license.
• Fiber or Telecom industry experience is essential.
• High school diploma; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accomplishes assigned market builds safely, on time & within budget.
• Manages scheduling and coordination of the maintenance, repair, and upgrade of OSP facilities and the surrounding communities including rehab work, customer & community concern responses, OSP generator routines, and emergency call-outs.
• Delegates responsibility effectively & empowers direct reports to accomplish market tasks – designing builds, tracking & reporting progress, and motivating contractor crews.
• Interfaces directly with local governments & communities – responding timely & graciously.
• Keeps internal & external stakeholders informed on build progress at all times.
• Provides technical leadership and expertise to direct reports and subcontractor partner teams; establishes, standardizes and improves processes.
• Coordinates with various utilities partners and associated pole, aerial, etc. teams in alignment with internal Lumos engineering teams to carefully plan & execute all necessary objectives.
• Manages CAPEX, OPEX, and inventory tracking – tracking progress & approving expenses.
• Accountable for building & maintaining a high-performing team: selects top-tier candidates, evaluates performance, and identifies training & coaching opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including departmental and cross-functional projects.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Smart Sheets

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Smart Sheets

Visio

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Lumos Fiber in Augusta, GA is seeking a full-time Manager – OSP Construction to lead outside plant fiber builds, interfacing with subcontractor teams and internal squads to ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget execution.

The role requires 10+ years in OSP fiber builds, strong leadership, and a valid driver's license; we offer a hybrid on-site schedule, company vehicle, and a comprehensive benefits package.