OSP Project Manager

JOHN STAURULAKIS INC; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous PTO and travel support

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

JOHN STAURULAKIS INC in Nephi, Utah is seeking an OSP Project Manager to lead fiber network design projects across markets. You will oversee engineers and CAD/GIS technicians to ensure designs meet schedule and budget while aligning with client requirements.

You will coordinate with field teams, communicate progress through regular updates, and manage risks. A background in FTTH design and strong leadership are essential to advancing broadband initiatives within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and/or professional engineer certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience managing complex OSP FTTH design projects.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and drive the delivery of the overall OSP FTTH design project.
• Monitor design progress and track design status to schedule.
• Interface with the client’s design team and provide regular status updates.
• Coordinate with the field construction team to ensure plans are understood and followed.
• Attend meetings with clients and stakeholders to report progress and manage risks.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Project management

Multi-tasking

Urgency & pace

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Professional engineer certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Google Earth

GIS platforms

Job description

OSP Project Manager

Department: OSP - Engineering & Design

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Nephi, UT

Reporting To: Brian DeMarco

Description

JSI invites you to join our team as an Outside Plant (OSP) Project Manager on our Fiber Design & Implementation Team in our Nephi, UT office, where you'll play a critical role in advancing broadband and telecommunications initiatives that expand connectivity and drive digital inclusion—while advancing your career within a mission-driven, growth-focused organization.

About the Company

JSI is a leading full-service consulting firm specializing in broadband solutions. For over 60 years, we have provided independent communications service providers with expert financial, engineering, management, operational, regulatory, and strategic guidance. Our extensive industry knowledge and proven track record of success have empowered clients to achieve sustainable growth and profitability. With over 1,000 clients nationwide and a powerful presence in markets such as Florida, Texas, Maryland, and Alaska, JSI empowers rural and regional broadband providers to expand, evolve, and excel in a rapidly shifting digital world.

Position Overview: The OSP Project Manager is responsible for executing assigned OSP fiber network design projects across multiple markets. As the design lead, you will direct OSP Engineers and CAD/GIS technicians to ensure that work is completed on time and within budget to the required project standards. This design team will work on FTTH projects, completing detailed high-level and low-level designs, field verification/staking, submitting jurisdiction for ROW permits, and incorporating field construction redlines into final as-built plans. The OSP Design Manager provides the required status updates to the Project Manager and ensures each design phase of work is delivered according to the project schedule. This role requires an individual with strong leadership, facilitation, management, and client relationship skills. This position will be a partner across the JSI organization and the client’s organization to plan and execute project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and drive the delivery of the overall OSP FTTH design project.


• Monitor design progress, oversee design scheduling, and track design status to schedule.


• Will interface with the client’s design team. Build strong working relationships by providing regular status updates to the JSI Project Manager and facilitating design alignment meetings.


• Coordinate closely with the field construction team to ensure design plans are understood and followed.


• Attend regular meetings with clients, stakeholders, and project managers to report on progress and manage risks.


• This position is integral to our vision, strategy, and overall growth plans and requires strong leadership, people skills, and problem-solving abilities.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.


• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and/or professional engineer certification is preferred but not required.


• 5+ years of experience successfully managing complex OSP FTTH design projects.


• A high degree of professionalism and integrity.


• Strong sense of urgency. Agile in fast-paced environments, multi-tasking, and project reprioritization.


• Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as listening and interpretation.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams).


• Experience with AutoCAD, Google Earth, and other GIS platforms.


• This position requires U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.


• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).


• Generous PTO and travel support.


• Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities.