OSP Fiber Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

OSP Fiber Project Manager

Location : Bristol, TN → Roanoke, VA → Washington, DC (Travel Required)

Lead One of the Region's Largest Long-Haul Fiber Builds!

CableSouth Construction is seeking an experienced OSP Fiber Project Manager to oversee a multi-state long-haul fiber deployment from Bristol, TN through Roanoke, VA to Washington, DC. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing field operations, subcontractors, schedules, budgets, and client relationships while ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

The ideal candidate has a proven background managing long-haul fiber construction projects, leading multiple field crews, and delivering high-volume underground and aerial OSP builds.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of long-haul fiber construction projects from kickoff through closeout.
• Manage multiple field crews, subcontractors, and superintendents across several active work fronts.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, production goals, and resource planning.
• Coordinate with customers, municipalities, utilities, permitting agencies, and inspectors.
• Monitor project budgets, labor production, materials, and equipment utilization.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards and company quality requirements.
• Resolve field issues quickly while minimizing schedule impacts.
• Review construction documentation, fiber route plans, permits, and change orders.
• Track KPIs, production metrics, and project reporting for executive leadership.
• Conduct regular site visits throughout Tennessee, Virginia, and Washington, DC.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years managing OSP fiber construction projects.
• Proven experience delivering long-haul fiber builds.
• Experience leading multiple construction crews across large geographic regions.
• Strong knowledge of underground and aerial fiber construction methods.
• Experience managing subcontractors and direct field personnel.
• Ability to read construction drawings, permit packages, and utility prints.
• Strong scheduling and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel extensively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Telecom contractor experience.
• Experience with utility coordination and permitting.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• PMP certification (preferred but not required).
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Primavera, Procore, or similar project management software.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Manage a high-profile, multi-state long-haul fiber expansion.
• Lead experienced construction teams across multiple markets.
• Work directly with executive leadership and customers.
• Drive project performance from planning through final acceptance.
• Play a critical role in expanding broadband infrastructure throughout the region.