Manager - OSP Construction

Lumos•Beaumont, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lumos is hiring a full-time Manager – OSP Construction to lead the execution of Outside Plant (OSP) network builds and help expand and maintain its fiber service. The role directly influences subcontractor teams and collaborates with internal Lumos teams, local officials, and community representatives. This is a hybrid position requiring regular onsite presence at multiple jobsites in the market. Candidates must reside within the market or within a one-hour commuting distance of Beaumont, Texas, and Port Arthur, Texas. A company vehicle and mobile phone are provided, and a valid, fully unencumbered driver’s license is required. The manager oversees assigned market builds, ensuring safe, timely, and on-budget execution. The role coordinates OSP maintenance, repairs, upgrades, rehabilitation work, community and customer concerns, generator routines, and emergency call-outs. It provides technical leadership to direct reports and subcontractor partners, improves processes, coordinates with utility partners and internal engineering teams, and manages budgets and inventory. The manager also builds and develops a high-performing team through hiring, performance evaluation, training, and coaching. Lumos describes itself as building a 100% fiber-optic network. Through its T-Fiber joint venture with T-Mobile, the company aims to connect 12 to 15 million homes by 2030 while expanding access to reliable, high-speed internet. The company describes its culture as fast-moving and collaborative, with an emphasis on ownership, curiosity, and solution-oriented work.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in OSP construction, engineering, or operations fiber builds.
2–5 years of experience leading technicians and contractors in a fiber-build environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Fiber or telecommunications industry experience.
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, contractors, and community stakeholders.
Experience using computers and peripherals, Smart Sheets or similar software, and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Proven project-management skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent milestones through completion within an assigned market.
Proactive and independent, with the ability to take initiative and keep work on task and on target.
Active, fully unencumbered driver’s license.
At least 18 years of age at the time of application.
Must reside within the market or within a one-hour commuting distance of Beaumont, Texas, and Port Arthur, Texas.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
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 concerns, OSP generator routines, and emergency call-outs.
Delegate effectively and empower direct reports to design builds, track and report progress, and motivate contractor crews.
Influence internal and external teams to secure 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 Lumos engineering teams, to plan and execute objectives.
Manage CAPEX, OPEX, and inventory tracking, including tracking progress and approving 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 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.