Manager - OSP Construction

Lumos•Wildwood, FL

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lumos is hiring a full-time Manager – OSP Construction to lead Outside Plant (OSP) fiber network builds. The role directly interfaces with and influences subcontractor teams, motivates crews to deliver construction work, and collaborates with internal teams to build relationships with local officials and community representatives. This is a hybrid position requiring regular onsite presence at multiple jobsites in the market. Successful candidates must reside within the market or within a one-hour commuting distance of Sumter County, Florida. A company vehicle and mobile phone are provided. A valid, fully unencumbered driver’s license is required. The manager is responsible for safe, timely, and budget-conscious market builds; coordination of OSP maintenance, repair, and upgrades; and effective delegation and oversight of direct reports and contractor crews. The role provides technical leadership, improves processes, coordinates work with utilities and internal engineering teams, tracks budgets and inventory, and builds and develops a high-performing team. Lumos describes itself as a fast-growing fiber-optic network company. Through T-Fiber, its joint venture with T-Mobile, it is working toward connecting 12 to 15 million homes by 2030 while expanding access to reliable, high-speed internet.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong experience influencing and directing the work of others.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to engage respectfully with direct reports, internal teams, external contractors, and community stakeholders.
Solid experience using computers, peripherals, and software such as Smart Sheets or similar and MS Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
At least 10 years of experience in OSP construction, engineering, or operations fiber builds.
Two to five years of experience leading technicians and contractors in a fiber-build environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Proven project management skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent milestones through completion within an assigned market.
Proactive, independent approach and ability to take initiative to keep work on task and on target.
Active, fully unencumbered driver’s license.
Fiber or telecommunications industry experience.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including frequent jobsite travel and safely navigating sites in all weather.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience with Visio and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Accomplish assigned market builds safely, on time, and within budget.
Manage scheduling and coordination of maintenance, repair, and upgrades of OSP facilities and surrounding communities, including rehabilitation work, customer and community concern responses, OSP generator routines, and emergency call-outs.
Delegate responsibility and empower direct reports to design builds, track and report progress, and motivate contractor crews.
Influence internal and external teams to maintain commitment to progress and keep work on target.
Interface with local governments and communities, responding in a timely and gracious manner.
Keep internal and external stakeholders informed about build progress.
Provide technical leadership and expertise to direct reports and subcontractor partner teams; establish, standardize, and improve processes.
Coordinate with utility partners and associated pole and aerial teams, in alignment with internal engineering teams, to plan and execute objectives.
Manage CAPEX, OPEX, and inventory tracking; track progress and approve expenses.
Build and maintain a high-performing team by selecting candidates, evaluating performance, and identifying training and coaching opportunities.
Perform other assigned duties, including departmental and cross-functional projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
Competitive compensation packages, including bonus options for eligible positions.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
100% employer-paid life and disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to professional support.
401(k) plan with up to 5% employer contribution and a self-directed brokerage option.
Wellness program with education and cash incentives for gym attendance and nutrition programs.
Employee referral bonuses.
Discounts on Lumos Fiber Internet for employees who live in service areas.
Discounts on T-Mobile wireless service and select features for lines.
Company vehicle and mobile phone provided.