Network Construction Manager

Insight Global; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global seeks an experienced OSP Project Manager to oversee planning, execution, and delivery of outside plant fiber construction projects. You will manage aerial and underground deployments, coordinate contractors and field crews, and ensure safety and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires strong telecom experience, vendor management, permitting/ROW coordination, and project reporting from design through closeout. Local travel may be needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in telecom with outside plant and project management.
• 4+ years in outside plant construction and large capital projects.
• Proficient with Email, MS Excel, Word, Google Earth and AutoCAD.
• Able to manage multiple RFPs and read construction documents.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of OSP fiber projects.
• Coordinate contractors, field crews, and stakeholder communication.
• Track schedules and budgets, ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Provide project reporting from design through closeout.

Skills

Project management

Fiber optics

Telecom infrastructure

Vendor management

Permitting & ROW coordination

RFP scheduling

Reading construction documents

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Google Earth

MS Excel

MS Word

Email

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced OSP Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of outside plant (OSP) fiber construction projects. This individual will manage aerial and underground fiber deployments, coordinate contractors and field crews, track project schedules and budgets, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and serve as the primary liaison between engineering, construction, and customer stakeholders. The ideal candidate has experience managing telecom infrastructure projects, fiber network construction, permitting and right-of-way coordination, vendor management, and project reporting, with a strong focus on driving successful project completion from design through closeout.

Skills and Requirements

• Minimum of seven (7) years in the telecommunications industry with outside plant, fiber optics, telecommunication architectures, optical transport equipment, and project management experience. Must be conversant/have working knowledge of structured cabling, routing, switching, and IP protocols.
• Minimum of four (4) years of familiarity with all types of outside plant construction and experience managing large capital projects.
• Familiar with Email, MS Excel, Word, Google Earth and AutoCad.
• Must be able to manage multiple aggressive RFP and design construction schedules and responses.
• Must be able to understand and read construction documents.
• Familiar with all facets of OSP management, including quoting, construction and delivery.
• The employee must possess a valid driver’s license and is expected to drive as required to his/her assigned projects in order to ensure on time and on budget delivery.
• The employee must perform onsite surveys and attend field meetings required to ensure projects meet the delivery/ commitment dates identified.
• Ability to occasionally to meet with various municipalities and vendors to review project scope and to ensure positive communication is maintained.
• Bachelors degree

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].