OSP Construction Project Engineer

OSP Construction Project Engineer

Lumos is seeking a full‑time construction engineer with experience in telecom outside‑plant (OSP) projects. The role involves building relationships with communities, contractor partners, and local agencies to manage the installation of our fiber network. It requires frequent on‑site presence within the assigned market and oversight of line crews, splicers, and subcontractor crews to ensure safe, on‑time, and budget‑conscious project completion.

Lumos is on a mission to deliver 100% fiber–optic internet to the communities that need it most. Since the 2022 merger of Lumos Networks and North State and the 2025 launch of T‑Fiber with T‑Mobile, we connect over 475,000 homes, businesses, and multi‑family buildings across nine states. We are expanding rapidly in Ohio, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, with a goal of reaching 12–15 million homes by 2030.

Lumos is a commitment to a brighter tomorrow, driven by a startup mindset, servant leadership, and a relentless focus on customer experience. We pride ourselves on delivering uninterrupted, limitless‑capacity internet and creating new opportunities for communities.

• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and partners to manage OSP crews’ activity, ensuring work is safe, on time, and within budget.
• Track crew progress, report to internal teams, and provide leadership with real‑time job updates.
• Partner with OSP contractor crews to promote a safety culture at worksites.
• Engage with municipalities, utilities, and community members to address neighborhood concerns.
• Ensure OSP subcontractor crews meet NESC code for aerial construction.
• Comply with all safety regulations to maintain a successful safety record.
• Support internal teams with materials forecasting, scheduling, and permitting.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including departmental and cross‑functional projects.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship‑building, and influencing skills.
• Proven project management experience with multiple OSP worksites and concurrent goals.
• Solid experience with computer and peripheral equipment, and software such as Smart Sheets, Sitetracker, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word);
  Visio and PowerPoint are helpful.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA rules, site safety, NESC requirements, and related federal and local telecom regulations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, prompt reporting, and a sense of urgency for deadlines and competing priorities.

• At least 5 years of technical experience in OSP engineering, construction, or operations.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid, fully unencumbered driver’s license required.
• Proactive, independent, and able to take initiative to stay on task and on target.
• Fiber or telecom industry experience essential.

• Frequent walking, standing, and exposure to outdoor construction worksites.
• Must use appropriate clothing and footwear for safety.
• Frequent sedentary periods using a computer and peripherals.
• Near‑constant use of sight, speech, hearing, comprehension, and reasoning.

Our commitment includes comprehensive benefits to reward the Lumos team:

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Competitive compensation & bonus options.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Employer‑paid life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(K) with up to 5% employer contribution and a self‑directed brokerage option.
• Wellness program with education and cash incentives for gym and nutrition.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Discounts on Lumos Fiber Internet for employees residing in service areas.

We are a growing company that values innovation, agility, and community impact.

Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

At Lumos we recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job‑related qualifications and abilities. We have a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.