Outside Plant Engineer

Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc.,

the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. To learn more about Pearce visit

We are seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented OSP Engineer to manage engineering efforts related to road moves, highway widening, and public infrastructure projects
. This role requires close coordination with state/local agencies, DOT, utility companies, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure the timely and efficient relocation or protection of telecom infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background
, the ability to work independently in a remote environment
, and excellent communication skills to support projects from design through construction.

• Lead OSP engineering tasks for road move and highway widening projects
  , ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
• Coordinate with DOT, municipalities, utilities, and contractors to align relocation plans with road construction schedules.
• Perform field surveys, site walks, and impact assessments on aerial, buried, and underground infrastructure.
• Develop engineering designs, construction packages, and relocation plans for fiber/copper cable, pole transfers, conduit adjustments, and related facilities.
• Provide cost estimates, materials lists, and project timelines
  .
• Serve as the primary engineering contact during planning, permitting, and construction phases.
• Maintain accurate documentation:
  as-builts, CAD drawings, GIS updates, and permit packages
  .
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Construction, Planning, and Permitting teams
  .
• Ensure compliance with RUS, NESC, and company design standards
  .

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5+ years OSP Engineering experience, ideally with roadway relocation or utility coordination projects
  .
• Strong knowledge of OSP design (aerial & underground), construction methods, and permitting.
• Experience working with state DOTs, municipalities, and 3rd-party contractors
  .
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, Microsoft Office, and OSP design software
  .
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in field environments and manage multiple priorities.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to respond to changing project demands
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• Strong listening skills with the ability to follow directions and apply feedback effectively.
• May assist with training and onboarding new team members
  .

• Experience with DOT projects and utility coordination on large-scale road or infrastructure efforts.
• Knowledge of ROW (Right-of-Way) regulations and permitting processes.
• Familiarity with fiber optic splicing, restoration, and network design
  .
• Experience with systems such as ARAMIS, LFACS, MIC, WALDO, and TIRKS
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• Remote role with required fieldwork (site surveys & construction coordination).
• Candidate must reside within 1 hour of Covington, LA or New Orleans

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At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time…