Senior OSP Construction Manager

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Vero Fiber Networks
Senior Manager/Supervisor
 

SENIOR OSP CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Department: Operations

Location: Columbus, OH

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The ideal candidate will have a background working in the telecommunications industry managing back-haul, fiber, or other large-scale telecom OSP cable deployment projects. Responsible for primarily underground fiber installation, inside plant construction, and utility make-ready. The Sr. Construction Manager will be called upon as the expert on construction issues relating to construction/modification of various dark fiber deployments as well as vendor selection, on-site management, drawing reviews, coordination of subcontractors, installers and customer representatives.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Managing assigned telecom construction projects including scheduling, reporting, customer facing and vendor management.
  • Lead deployment meetings and work with cross functional teams including engineering, permitting, and construction contractors
  • Maintain project documentation and reporting.
  • Manage the project schedule to ensure the project milestones and deadlines are met.
  • Effective and accurate management of project deliverables, schedule, budget, and invoicing to support the Project Manager
  • Manage all materials ordering, procurement, receiving, and chain of custody thereof for each project
  • Secure, coordinate, and manage project inspectors and occasionally provide direct inspection support
  • Support the PM in development of proposals and award/execution of project contracts and agreements
 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Seven (7) years of telecommunications construction experience
  • Previous Fiber/OSP/back-haul construction management experience is required.
  • Public Right of Way construction experience required.
  • Knowledge of Outside Plant Construction techniques
  • Familiarity with test equipment and techniques for performing Bidi OTDR and Power Meter
  • Working knowledge of NESC, NEC and OSHA standards
  • This will require travel to project sites to fulfill the core duties of the role.
  • Knowledge of budget development and execution
  • Knowledge of construction management process
  • Knowledge of engineering and permitting procedures, including regulatory and permitting process
  • Ability to read and understand OSP construction drawings and permit documents
  • Ability to direct and diagnose work flow problems, critical paths and institute remedies
  • Customer service orientation with a strong problem solving approach
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong computer skills
  • Google Suite and/or MS office, GIS, and project management software knowledge
 

JOB DETAILS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • This role requires up to 25% travel.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.
  • This is a staff position.
  • This is an Exempt position.
  • This is a Full-Time position.
  • This is a On-Site position.
  • The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday with occasional weekend availability as needed to fulfill the core duties of the role.
  • This position required the ability to safely and effectively work in active construction zones, which includes navigating uneven terrain, working near heavy equipment, and maintaining a safe presence adjacent to active vehicular roadways and traffic control measures.
  • This position requires the ability to sit and work at a desk for extended periods of time, using a computer and other office equipment.
  • This position requires the ability to perform fine motor tasks, such as typing or using a mouse, for extended period of time.
 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Base pay is paid at an annual salary rate. The range for this position is $130,000 to $150,000 depending on experience.
  • Target annual bonus.
  • Paid life insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid medical plans, PTO, holidays.
  • Dental and vision options.
  • 401(k) with match.
 

ABOUT VERO

Vero was founded in 2017 with a focus on bridging the digital divide by serving schools and libraries in unserved and underserved areas. We have also established a fiber to the premises business that directly serves residential and small business customers in underserved regions. In addition, we now serve a small subset of large business and wholesale customers - which we typically use as a springboard for our consumer focused services for underserved communities. Our management team brings decades of experience in building and operating fiber networks for various customer segments, including residential, business, and wholesale clients. 

 

NOTICES

Vero participates in E-Verify. Vero will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information about E-Verify, please visit: www.e-verify.gov

 

This position requires the ability to pass a standard background check upon offer of position.

 

At least 2 professional references are required.

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