OSP Fiber Project Lead Field PM (75% Travel)

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with match

Stock purchase options

Group Health Plan

Referral bonus

Career development program

Scholarship program

Matching gifts

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced OSP Fiber Project Manager to oversee construction and implementation of outside plant fiber infrastructure.

You will manage schedules, budgets, and resources while coordinating with internal teams, subcontractors and utilities on job sites across Michigan, with travel statewide. The role requires supervising crews and subcontractors, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in OSP fiber project management, construction, or telecommunications infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of OSP fiber optic design, permitting, and construction processes.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations (NESC, NEC, OSHA, DOT, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with project management software and GIS/mapping tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and scopes for OSP fiber deployments.
• Oversee permitting processes, including ROW, easements and pole attachment agreements.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Supervise field construction activities, including aerial/underground fiber installation, splicing and testing.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors and utilities to resolve field challenges.
• Conduct site visits to inspect quality and progress, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Track materials, equipment, and workforce deployment to optimize efficiency.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, internal teams, government agencies and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate regular project meetings and provide status updates to leadership and clients.
• Address and resolve project risks, delays and conflicts proactively.
• Adhere to OSHA, FCC, NESC and other regulatory requirements.
• Perform on-site training and travel 75% as needed.

Skills

OSP fiber PM

Project management

Construction management

Telecom infrastructure

Leadership

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

GIS

Job description

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced OSP Fiber Project Manager to oversee construction and implementation of outside plant fiber infrastructure.

You will manage schedules, budgets, and resources while coordinating with internal teams, subcontractors and utilities on job sites across Michigan, with travel statewide. The role requires supervising crews and subcontractors, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.