Outside Plant Engineering Manager

TekCom Resources, Inc.; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

TekCom Resources, Inc. is seeking an experienced Outside Plant Engineering Manager to lead the planning, design, and expansion of a fiber-optic network across our service area.

This leadership role requires combining deep OSP engineering expertise with a track record of delivering large-scale fiber projects and coordinating cross-functional teams. You will guide design, staking, permitting, and construction coordination, while driving data integrity with GIS and IT and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Requires strong technical OSP engineering expertise and proven leadership in fiber network expansion.
• Experience managing engineering teams, rural broadband projects, and vendor relationships.
• Ability to coordinate planning, design, staking, permitting, and construction across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of outside plant engineering, from planning to as-built documentation.
• Oversee aerial and underground fiber network design for FTTH, transport, and expansion.
• Review drawings, staking sheets, and cost estimates for accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage contract engineers and construction vendors, including contract coordination and invoicing.
• Support broadband expansion projects tied to state and federal funding.
• Collaborate with GIS/IT to improve data integrity and asset visibility.
• Drive process improvements for scalability, documentation, and operations.

Skills

OSP engineering

Leadership

Fiber network design

Vendor management

GIS data integrity

Permitting

Budgeting & forecasting

Project management

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Outside Plant Engineering Manager to lead the planning, design, expansion, and long-term evolution of our client’s fiber-optic network infrastructure across the communities it serves. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who combines strong technical OSP engineering expertise with proven leadership experience managing fiber network expansion projects, engineering teams, rural broadband networks, and vendor relationships.

• Lead the full lifecycle of outside plant engineering, including planning, fielding, design, staking, permitting support, construction coordination, and as-built documentation
• Oversee aerial and underground fiber network design supporting FTTH, transport, and broadband expansion initiatives
• Review engineering drawings, staking sheets, and cost estimates for constructability, accuracy, and cost efficiency
• Manage contract engineering and construction vendors, including vendor selection, contract coordination, performance management, and invoice validation
• Support broadband expansion projects tied to state and federal funding initiatives
• Work closely with GIS and IT teams to strengthen network data integrity, mapping accuracy, and asset visibility
• Drive process improvement initiatives focused on scalability, efficiency, documentation, and operational performance
• Evaluate and implement modern engineering workflows, automation tools, and AI-enabled technologies supporting network planning and optimization
• Lead easement acquisition, right-of-way coordination, and permitting activities
• Ensure engineering deliverables comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, along with industry standards
• Develop and maintain QA/QC standards, engineering processes, and scalable operational workflows
• Assist with departmental budgeting, forecasting, and infrastructure planning initiatives
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing OSP engineering team while fostering accountability, collaboration, and strong customer service
• Coordinate closely with construction, operations, and leadership teams to ensure alignment across projects and organizational priorities