OSP Engineering Manager — Fiber Network Leader

IQ Fiber; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IQ Fiber in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Manager, Outside Plant Engineering to oversee the planning, design, and execution of OSP construction and maintenance for our fiber network.

You will lead cross-functional teams and contractors, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and support a 24/7 operation. This role requires deep technical knowledge of splicing, network architecture, and OSP documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a fiber construction environment.
• Advanced knowledge of network engineering, optical networks, and aerial and underground construction techniques.
• Experience managing outside plant contractors, including quality oversight and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organizational and project management skills for cross-functional teams and multiple projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Valid driver's license with clean record; able to pass background check and drug screening.
• Ability to work a 24/7/365 operation schedule, including after-hours and weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and manage an OSP team including Supervisors, Fiber Technicians, Engineers, Locators, and Construction Technicians.
• Train team members in splicing techniques, troubleshooting, network architecture, documentation requirements, and end-to-end OSP processes.
• Oversee planning and execution of FTTP construction projects, including field surveys and cost development for various properties.
• Coordinate OSP construction activities with in-house and contract resources; oversee contractors and documentation.
• Support troubleshooting and restoration of outside plant and respond to customer inquiries as needed.
• Enforce OSP splicing, construction, and documentation policies; ensure OSHA, FCC compliance.

Skills

Fiber construction

OSP documentation

Project management

Leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

IQ Fiber in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Manager, Outside Plant Engineering to oversee the planning, design, and execution of OSP construction and maintenance for our fiber network.

You will lead cross-functional teams and contractors, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and support a 24/7 operation. This role requires deep technical knowledge of splicing, network architecture, and OSP documentation.