OSP PM (Wva/Pa)

OSP Project Manager Pay Range: $36/hour to $47/hourPosition OverviewWe are seeking an experienced OSP Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of fiber connectivity solutions. This role serves as the primary post-sale point of contact for customers, ensuring successful planning, execution, and completion of projects. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, project ownership, and the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders to deliver high-quality telecommunications infrastructure.Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the single point of contact for customers post-sale, providing ongoing support and project communication*
• Lead the planning, implementation, and execution of fiber connectivity solutions*
• Manage customer orders, service requests, and installation coordination*
• Oversee daily activities of construction vendors to expedite OSP construction and fiber splicing*
• Build and maintain relationships with jurisdictions and right-of-way (ROW) authorities, including cities, counties, and railroads*
• Coordinate permitting efforts, including encroachment permits, franchise agreements, and building access agreements*
• Ensure timely submission of permits and monitor performance of engineering and construction vendors*
• Design and implement commercial and carrier fiber networks, including backbone and lateral builds*
• Manage projects within electrical substation environments for customer installations*
• Track project budgets, forecasts, and progress using Salesforce and internal tools*
• Oversee procurement of materials and equipment for assigned projects*
• Execute bid processes, including budgeting and cost tracking*
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation*
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely project completion*
• Support customer meetings, including travel to client sites and construction locations as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)*
• Minimum 7 years of experience in telecommunications, including:*
  • Outside plant (OSP)* *
  • Fiber optics and network infrastructure* *
  • Optical transport systems* *
  • Project management*
• Minimum 4 years of experience managing large-scale OSP construction projects*
• Strong knowledge of:*
  • Structured cabling* *
  • Routing and switching* *
  • IP protocols*
• Experience with tools such as MS Excel, Word, Google Earth, and AutoCAD*
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and documents*
• Proven ability to manage multiple aggressive RFPs, design timelines, and construction schedules*
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills*
• Commercially focused with strong business acumen

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel to project sites*
• Ability to perform on-site surveys and attend field meetings*
• Willingness to meet with municipalities and vendors to support project execution*
• Availability for occasional on-call duties as required

What You’ll Bring

• Strong leadership and project ownership mindset*
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills*
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, technical environment*
• Commitment to delivering projects on time and within budget