Senior OSP Construction Manager

Senior OSP Construction Manager

Ziply Fiber is a leader in delivering high-speed fiber internet across the Northwestern United States.

Base Salary: $97,814 to $142,360 annually DOE. Bonus:
Target annual bonus. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending account, paid sick leave and paid time off, parental leave, quarterly performance bonus, training, career growth and education reimbursement programs.

The Senior Manager, Outside Plant (OSP) Construction will provide leadership and oversight for all OSP construction activities across Ziply’s territory.

• Accountable for staffing, budgets, schedules and compliance associated with OSP construction projects, along with safety and quality of work performed.
• Oversee the development, coordination, and execution of project schedules with contractors, property management, customers, vendors, internal stakeholders, municipalities and government agencies.
• Oversee all phases in the bidding, negotiation, and approval of construction contracts.
• Standardize construction practices and approaches across the company and across all build types/programs.
• Size the contractor workforce for the future to support the build types/programs.
• Align the internal and external construction teams with the Engineering Teams to drive efficiencies, shorten project duration and reduce change requests.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to OSP Construction Managers and Contract Administrators through coaching, feedback, development goals and performance management.
• Coordinate and participate in various internal meetings to ensure communication and alignment of initiatives, information sharing and implementation of best practices.
• Perform other duties as required to support the business and evolving organization.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of OSP experience, including splicing and construction.
• Minimum of five (5) years of leadership/people management experience.
• Experience managing budgets.
• Advanced understanding of fiber splicing and installation practices, proper safety construction practices and network topology.
• Advanced understanding of the permitting process for railroad, DOT, cities, counties, and pole owners.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and satisfactory driving record.
• Must complete a pre‑employment drug screening.

• Developed leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and lead others.
• Ability to work independently and apply sound judgment and reasoning skills to a variety of situations.
• Knowledge and experience in outside plant engineering and installation/construction.
• Ability to multi‑task and collaborate effectively with other personnel to meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work within critical deadlines.
• Ability to adjust to rapidly changing priorities and schedules.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Proven ability to lead, facilitate, develop, and motivate a cross‑functional team in a competitive environment.
• Possess a general understanding of utility accounting practices.
• Experience with bargained contracts and employees.
• Must be knowledgeable in all aspects of R.U.S (515) contract policies and procedures.
• Intermediate knowledge/experience of engineering support systems and highly skilled in Microsoft PC applications such as Word and Excel.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods; occasional lifting or moving up to 25 pounds; requires clear, distance, color, peripheral and depth vision; able to adjust focus.

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi‑line telephone system.

Ziply Fiber is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, and handicap or disability. Ziply Fiber requires a pre‑employment background check and may require a pre‑employment drug screening. Ziply Fiber is a drug‑free workplace.

Director

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Telecommunications

Coos Bay, OR