Senior OSP Construction Leader – Fiber Network Projects

LightPath; Plain City (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Opportunity to support the expansion

Job summary

Lightpath is seeking an OSP Construction Manager to lead daily outside plant activities for fiber deployments in Ohio. You will oversee field crews, contractors, and inspectors, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time performance while aligning with budgets and customer requirements.

The role requires strong leadership, contractor management, and expertise in fiber installation, with coordination across Project Managers, Engineering, Permitting, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of OSP telecommunications construction experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of construction management or field leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of underground and aerial fiber construction methods.
• Experience managing telecommunications contractors and field personnel.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, permits, and specifications.
• Strong understanding of fiber installation processes, including conduit placement, boring, trenching, restoration, and splicing support.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day OSP construction activities, including underground and aerial fiber deployments.
• Provide field leadership and oversight to construction crews, contractors, and inspectors.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Monitor contractor performance, productivity, quality, and adherence to project schedules.
• Conduct regular field inspections and resolve construction issues impacting schedule, cost, or quality.
• Coordinate daily construction activities with Project Managers, Engineering, Permitting, and other stakeholders.
• Review construction plans, drawings, permits, and specifications to ensure proper execution.
• Track production metrics, identify risks, and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Support material planning, equipment coordination, and construction readiness.
• Assist with project forecasting, change management, and cost control.
• Maintain accurate construction documentation, including daily reports, photos, safety documentation, and project updates.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and company policies.
• Support contractor meetings, customer meetings, and project status reviews.

Skills

Field Leadership

Contractor Management

Safety Leadership

Construction Planning

Quality Control

Schedule Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Accountability

Team Development

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Lightpath is seeking an OSP Construction Manager to lead daily outside plant activities for fiber deployments in Ohio. You will oversee field crews, contractors, and inspectors, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time performance while aligning with budgets and customer requirements.

The role requires strong leadership, contractor management, and expertise in fiber installation, with coordination across Project Managers, Engineering, Permitting, and internal teams.