OSP Manager

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Management Canton, GA, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $ Annually

OSP Manager

Cherokee Fiber & Associates is a proud division of Hyper Networks LLC. To learn more about Cherokee Fiber & Associates, please visit our website at:

The OSP Manager will perform critical tasks that ensure quality installation and upgrades of the fiber network. This position reports to the Project Manager.

Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff

Oversees the daily workflow of the department

Oversees Time and Attendance duties, e.g., approving timecards

Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations

Provides Management direction and counseling

Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy

Prepare or oversee the design of the Outside Plant Fiber Network from beginning with Design through to a fully constructible job package to final As-Built completion in associated inventory systems

Solicit, negotiate, and award installation jobs

Manage the project materials procurement cycle

Monitor installation subcontractor performance in accordance with:

SoW, Schedule, Budget, and Quality

Prepare and submit status reports to customer and management

Support field and network engineers during testing phase as required

Handle distribution of work assignments, develop project completion dates, review and redline work prints

Client support and development including completion of job status tracking reports, client meetings and business development

Assist Project Manager with coordination and execution of surveys, design reviews, and close-out packages

Review project tracking reports to determine if projects are within budget and hitting targets

Preparation of reports in response to queries from the finance department

Prepare and update network documentation based on changes in network topology

Program manage OSP schedules, costs, and performance

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Basic knowledge of fiber optic theory which includes fiber loss, connector types, and the different types of fibers

Full knowledge of operating fiber optic splicing equipment

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints and building plans, document daily records and reports

Demonstrated ability to use and care for fiber optic test equipment, ruby light, power meter, and OTDR and document test results accurately

Ability to manage remote teams to complete designated amount of work in a specified time frame (e. g. , quality jobs per day), adjusting work assignments or schedules to meet changing work-related priorities or demands.

Ability to climb and work at elevations (e. g. , from ladders, poles, lift trucks) exceeding 18 feet

Ability to work in confined spaces (e. g. , crawl spaces, utility holes)

Ability to perform strenuous physical activities including, but not limited to: lifting objects weighing over 70pounds

Ability to perform job activities outdoors in different weather conditions (e. g. , extreme cold and/or heat, inclement weather)

When working aloft, employee's weight and tools combined may not exceed the 280-pound weight limit as specified by the manufacturer

Ability to read, write and speak the English language to communicate with employees,…