Head of Engineering & Projects

OSP Project Manager Department: OSP - Engineering & Design

Employment Type: Full Time

Description JSI invites you to join our team as an Outside Plant (OSP) Project Manager on our Fiber Design & Implementation Team in our Nephi, UT office, where you'll play a critical role in advancing broadband and telecommunications initiatives that expand connectivity and drive digital inclusion—while advancing your career within a mission-driven, growth-focused organization.

About the Company JSI is a leading full-service consulting firm specializing in broadband solutions. For over 60 years, we have provided independent communications service providers with expert financial, engineering, management, operational, regulatory, and strategic guidance. With over 1,000 clients nationwide and a powerful presence in markets such as Florida, Texas, Maryland, and Alaska, JSI empowers rural and regional broadband providers to expand, evolve, and excel in a rapidly shifting digital world.

Position Overview: The OSP Project Manager is responsible for executing assigned OSP fiber network design projects across multiple markets. As the design lead, you will direct OSP Engineers and CAD/GIS technicians to ensure that work is completed on time and within budget to the required project standards. This design team will work on FTTH projects, completing detailed high-level and low-level designs, field verification/staking, submitting jurisdiction for ROW permits, and incorporating field construction redlines into final as-built plans. The OSP Design Manager provides the required status updates to the Project Manager and ensures each design phase of work is delivered according to the project schedule. This role requires an individual with strong leadership, facilitation, management, and client relationship skills. This position will be a partner across the JSI organization and the client’s organization to plan and execute project delivery.

Responsibilities Oversee and drive the delivery of the overall OSP FTTH design project.

Monitor design progress, oversee design scheduling, and track design status to schedule.

Will interface with the client’s design team. Build strong working relationships by providing regular status updates to the JSI Project Manager and facilitating design alignment meetings.

Coordinate closely with the field construction team to ensure design plans are understood and followed.

Attend regular meetings with clients, stakeholders, and project managers to report on progress and manage risks.

Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED required.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering and/or professional engineer certification is preferred but not required.

5+ years of experience successfully managing complex OSP FTTH design projects.

Agile in fast-paced environments, multi-tasking, and project reprioritization.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams).

Experience with AutoCAD, Google Earth, and other GIS platforms.

S. citizenship or permanent resident status.

Benefits & Compensation Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).

Generous PTO and travel support.