OSP Project Manager

Network Connex; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Connex Company seeks an experienced OSP Project Manager to direct the work of assigned staff on long-haul fiber network projects. You will oversee route engineering, permitting, ROW, construction, and splicing/testing scope, ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with budget and specifications.

You will maintain strong client relationships, coordinate with engineering, permitting, construction, and utility partners, and supervise the project lifecycle from planning to closeout with a

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a project management role.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Telecommunications, or equivalent.
• Experience in long-haul fiber/OSP engineering and construction.
• Ability to analyze financial reports and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, forecast, and track project deliverables.
• Lead and delegate workflow to maximize productivity.
• Develop work plans and recovery plans to meet objectives.
• Coordinate route engineering, permitting, and ROW acquisitions.
• Maintain client interface and report project status to management.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Leadership

Client communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Telecommunications, or equivalent

Job description

$75,000 - $100,000 a year

Job Summary

The OSP Project Manager directs and supervises the work efforts of their assigned staff on long-haul fiber network projects. This position executes the technical direction provided by Management regarding route engineering, permitting, right-of-way, construction, and splicing/testing scope, deliverables, schedule, and budget for the project. The OSP Project Manager is responsible for nurturing a positive client interface, providing all project details to the client in a timely manner, and coordinating across engineering, permitting, construction, and utility/railroad partners to ensure the long-haul fiber route is delivered on schedule and to specification.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for scheduling, forecasting, and tracking the project and team deliverables.
• Manage and delegate workflow to maximize productivity.
• Effectively be able to create work plans, manage resource planning, set & track goals, implement process improvement, and submit timely project reporting.
• Develop project work plans and recovery plans to maintain project objectives.
• Authorize/endorse project related contract documents.
• Perform Quality Control reviews of documents and plans for accuracy and completeness
• Implement operational protocols to deliver and measure the quality of our services.
• Accountable for the deployment of workload schedules, project execution, delivery within budget, and quality of all project elements.
• Serve as client contact on assigned projects to keep them informed and respond to their needs.
• Build, develop, improve, and expand relationships with key clients within the market.
• Attend all necessary meetings and be the primary contact with your clients.
• Listen to understand the needs of your client to implement process and/or schedule changes.
• Maintain open and positive working relationships and enhance the image of the company for the development of additional business opportunities.
• Submit Purchase Order (PO} requests to clients, work with clients to obtain PO, track work completed to invoice against PO, and regularly report to management.
• Prepare proposals, expressions of interest, and contracts for assigned projects.
• Understand that client engagement and development is one of the most important aspects of the position.
• Approve all project schedules, budgets, work plans, and QC/QA plans.
• Actively coach and mentor your team members to insure employee growth and success.
• Foster the use of new/innovative concepts in the development of project designs and proposals.
• Review and approve time sheets, expense reports, and invoices for assigned employees.
• Oversee development of complex work plans in accordance with schedule, budget, and quality of projects.
• Assist in staff training to learn sound technical and business practices and to enhance corporate objectives.
• Manage staff and subcontractors to ensure gross margin performance in accordance with project budget.
• Manage route engineering, permitting, and right-of-way/easement acquisition for long-haul fiber segments, including coordination with state DOTs, railroads, and utility companies for crossing and joint-use agreements.
• Understanding of outside plant (OSP) construction activities, including aerial and underground placement, directional boring, splicing, and testing, across multi-state route segments.
• Track and manage make-ready engineering and pole attachment processes in coordination with utility and joint-use partners.
• Maintain accurate as-built documentation, GIS mapping, and fiber route records to ensure data integrity across the project lifecycle.
• Identify and manage long-haul-specific project risks, including weather delays, land access disputes, and environmental or cultural resource clearances.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience within the long-haul fiber/OSP engineering and construction industry required.
• Proven ability to analyze financial reports and budgets to plan the course of the work effectively.
• Proven aptitude to demonstrate knowledge and experience in strategic planning and development.
• Proven experience leading, motivating, and communicating consistently with employees and clients.

Education and Experience

• Must possess at least 10 years of experience in a project management role.
• Possess a bachelor's degree in Business Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Telecommunications, or equivalent years of experience.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.