Manager, OSP Construction

Ziply Fiber•Kennewick, WA

2d•$88,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ziply Fiber is a local internet service provider dedicated to elevating the connected lives of the communities we serve. We offer the fastest home internet in the nation, a refreshingly great customer experience, and affordable plans that put customers in charge. As our state-of-the-art fiber network expands, so does our need for team members who can help us grow and realize our goals. The Manager, Outside Plant (OSP) Construction will be responsible for managing the quality, on-budget, and timely delivery of fiber services to our customers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of eight (8) years of outside plant (OSP) experience, including splicing and construction.
Advanced understanding of fiber splicing and installation practices, proper safety construction practices and network topology.
Advanced understanding of the permitting process for railroad, DOT, cities, counties, and pole owners.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Must complete a pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing capital budgets preferred.
Developed leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and lead others.
Ability to work flexible hours and on-call as needed.
Ability to work independently and apply sound judgment and reasoning skills to a variety of situations.
Knowledge and experience in outside plant engineering and installation/construction.
Ability to multi-task and collaborate effectively with other personnel to meet deadlines.
Strong verbal and written communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Ability to work within critical deadlines.
Ability to adjust to rapidly changing priorities and schedules.
Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Proven ability to lead, facilitate, develop and motivate a cross-functional team in a competitive environment.
Possess a general understanding of utility accounting practices.
Must be knowledgeable in all aspects of R.U.S (515) contract policies and procedures.
Working knowledge/experience of engineering support systems and highly skilled in Microsoft PC applications such as Word, Excel.

Responsibilities

Lead an internal OSP construction team that includes union and non-union employees performing multiple disciplines.
Provide leadership and mentorship to outside plant (OSP) team through coaching, feedback, development goals and performance management.
Accountable for the staffing, capital budgets, schedules and compliance associated with OSP construction projects, along with the safety and quality of work performed.
Resolve OSP roadblocks.
Issue work orders to internal and external resources while following established company processes and procedures.
Verify contractor’s invoices for accuracy.
Identify fiber routes, building entry, and internal routing requirements necessary to complete the project.
Develop, coordinate, and execute project schedules with contractors, property management, customers, vendors, internal stakeholders, municipalities, and government agencies.
Inspect active construction projects to ensure that we are following company, municipality or government agency guidelines, and any other relevant guidelines related to the installation of Ziply infrastructure.
Complete post construction plant walk-out including as-builts necessary to fulfill company standards, utility, and local government requirements.
Coordinate and participate in various internal meetings to ensure communication and alignment of initiatives, information sharing and implementation of best practices.
Serve as a market neutral SME on fiber construction solutions and best practices.
Oversee the documentation of OSP construction projects.
Participate in on-call schedule rotation which includes after hours and weekends.
Performs other duties as required to support the business and evolving organization.