Outside/Inside Plant Project Lead

Bluegrass Stream LLC; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluegrass Stream LLC is seeking an Outside/Inside Plant Project Lead within the Communications Engineering Group to oversee telecommunications infrastructure projects, including fiber and copper data systems, wireless networks, and structured cabling.

The role requires coordinating with customers, vendors, and project managers to plan deliverables, migrate legacy facilities, and provide technical leadership to field technicians, designers, and contractors across complex telecom environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in electronics, engineering, or related field.
• Extensive telecommunications experience including OSP/ISP, fiber, and enterprise networking.
• Proven leadership directing technicians and contractors in telecom settings.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute telecom deliverables aligned to strategic objectives.
• Manage external vendors and stakeholder relationships.
• Lead migration from legacy facilities to modern systems.
• Provide technical leadership to field teams, designers, and contractors.
• Coordinate with customers and project managers, track progress and status.
• Analyze and resolve technical/operational issues with engineering judgment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Mentoring/leadership of technicians

Education

Bachelor's degree in electronics, engineering, or related field

Tools

Structured cabling

Fiber optics

Data center design

Wireless infrastructure

Power systems

OSP/ISP infrastructure

Enterprise networking

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an Outside/Inside Plant Project Lead within the Communications Engineering Group. This role involves supporting telecommunications infrastructure projects, including fiber and copper data systems, wireless networks, and structured cabling.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute telecommunications deliverables, ensuring high-quality outcomes aligned with strategic objectives.
• Manage external vendor relationships and collaborate with stakeholders to assess infrastructure needs.
• Lead the migration from legacy telecommunications facilities to modern systems, overseeing project execution.
• Provide technical leadership to field technicians, designers, and contractors in complex telecommunications projects.
• Coordinate with customers and project managers, prioritize deliverables, and communicate project status.
• Analyze and resolve technical and operational issues using sound engineering judgment.

Qualifications & Skills

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in electronics, engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in telecommunications, including design, OSP/ISP infrastructure, and enterprise networking.
• Proven leadership in complex telecom environments, managing technicians and contractors.
• Expertise in structured cabling, fiber optics, data center design, wireless infrastructure, and power systems.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with ability to present technical concepts effectively.