Kinetic Construction Inspector I/II

Uniti•Meadville, PA

13d

About The Position

The OSP (Outside Plant) Construction Inspector I/II is responsible for overseeing and inspecting the construction and maintenance of outside plant telecommunications infrastructure. This role involves collaborating with contractors, engineers, and various local and state officials to ensure projects are completed accurately, safely, and within regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of OSP telecommunications construction, a strong understanding of OSP engineering prints, and a passion for helping others This is a safety sensitive position.

Requirements

College degree in Engineering or a related field and 0-2 years professional level experience; or 4+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Ability to easily discern colors on the color work prints
High School Degree or GED equivalent
Strong understanding of OSP engineering prints and the ability to interpret and correct them
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a desire to help and guide others
Ability to conduct detailed site walks and identify potential construction challenges
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Nice To Haves

Experience in engaging with counties, townships, EMCs (Electric Membership Corporations), DOT, and tribal authorities to navigate regulatory requirements once the permits have been obtained by OSP Engineering and the Permit Team.
Extensive experience in OSP telecommunications construction.
Experience working with local and state officials, including obtaining permits and ensuring regulatory compliance would be a plus
Four years or more of any of the following: Communications construction, Field Operations, or OSP Engineering. Experience working with contractors would be a plus.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with contractors and engineers to review and correct work prints
Conduct pre-construction site walks with contractors to assess the constructability of projects
Identify potential issues and provide recommendations to ensure smooth project execution
Ensure all projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations per the permit approval documents
Oversee OSP construction projects upon delivery from OSP Engineering and Permitting to completion
Monitor project progress and address any issues that arise during construction
Review permits received. Check work prints and wording of permits for requirements of others as to the impact on the project
Coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation.
Prepare and submit regular reports on project status, including any delays or issues encountered
Maintain detailed records of all changes and ensure timely updates to project documentation