OSP Director of Construction

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute OSP construction strategies aligned with the company’s network deployment goals.
• Provide leadership and direction to internal teams, contractors, and cross-functional partners.

• Oversee the end-to-end construction of outside plant infrastructure, including aerial and underground fiber builds, utility pole attachments, conduit installations, and civil construction.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Establish project schedules, milestones, and performance metrics.

• Select, negotiate, and manage third-party construction vendors and contractors.
• Monitor contractor performance and adherence to safety, quality, and contractual standards.
• Resolve issues and escalations with external partners as necessary.

• Ensure construction activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including permitting, right-of-way usage, and environmental requirements.
• Champion a culture of safety; ensure all work follows OSHA and industry safety standards.

• Develop and manage construction budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
• Review and approve invoices, change orders, and project expenditures.

• Hire, mentor, and lead a high-performing construction management team.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and results-driven work environment.

• Work closely with Billing, Permitting, Municipalities, Network Operations, and Executive teams to align construction plans with business priorities.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of experience in telecommunications construction, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience managing large-scale fiber or broadband OSP construction projects.
• Strong understanding of OSP design, engineering, permitting, and construction processes.
• Experience with aerial and underground construction methods and utility coordination.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and construction tracking platforms.

Preferred:

• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials.
• Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., NESC, NEC, RUS).
• Familiarity with GIS-based mapping tools and fiber management systems.

• Office-based with regular field visits to construction sites.
• Travel required to regional project sites and contractor meetings as needed by market and project needs.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions when needed.
• Must be able to walk construction sites and inspect physical infrastructure.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401K
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Employee Discount Program