OSP Project Manager

Job Summary

Network Connex is seeking an experienced OSP Project Manager to oversee outside plant construction projects from pre-construction through completion. This position is responsible for coordinating resources, schedules, budgets, documentation, and customer expectations to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and according to contract requirements.

The ideal candidate understands the field realities of telecommunications construction and can effectively bridge communication between customers, field teams, subcontractors, and company leadership.

Compensation

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly
• Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD/STD
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid time off - Accrued, two weeks
• 401(k) with company match
• Growth opportunities
• Take home company vehicle

Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple OSP construction projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and completion targets.
• Review contracts, scopes of work, plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Monitor production and compare progress against project schedules and budgets.
• Track labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and other project costs.
• Identify schedule, budget, resource, and construction issues and develop solutions.
• Manage project changes, additional work, and change-order documentation.
• Coordinate permitting, inspections, utility conflicts, access requirements, and other pre-construction needs.
• Maintain regular communication with customers and provide accurate project updates.
• Work with field leadership to resolve construction issues and maintain productivity.
• Review daily reports, production documentation, photographs, redlines, and other project records.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, permits, and customer requirements.
• Monitor quality and address deficiencies or punch-list items.
• Coordinate project closeout, including as-builts, documentation, acceptance, and final billing requirements.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate action items to appropriate personnel.
• Support estimating, proposals, and new project opportunities when needed.
• Maintain organized project files and ensure required documentation is submitted on time.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in OSP, telecommunications, utility, or related construction project management.
• Strong understanding of outside plant construction and field operations.
• Experience managing projects involving multiple crews or subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, costs, schedules, and project documentation.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel to jobsites as required.
• Experience with ROW, permitting, and municipal requirements.
• Experience coordinating utilities, inspectors, customers, and subcontractors.

What We're Looking For:

We are looking for a proactive and organized Project Manager who can keep projects moving while maintaining strong relationships with customers and field teams. The right candidate understands construction, communicates clearly, follows through on commitments, and can identify potential problems before they become project delays or cost issues.

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