OSP Construction Manager

Utilities One•Kent, WA

1d•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Utilities One is hiring an OSP Construction Manager, also described in the posting as a Construction Manager / Operations Program Manager (OPM), to lead the planning, execution, client management, and operational oversight of construction projects. The position is the primary liaison among clients, internal teams, subcontractors, and municipalities, and is accountable for delivering multiple concurrent projects safely, on schedule, within scope, and in accordance with company and client expectations. The OPM provides strategic leadership and operational direction across the project lifecycle, from preconstruction through closeout. The role includes coordinating field operations and quality control, leading employees and subcontractors, overseeing safety and compliance, allocating resources and materials, approving specified financial and administrative items, and identifying operational improvements. The role is based in Kent, Washington, and reports to Ryan Lester.

Requirements

5–10 years of overall telecommunications experience.
At least 3 years of experience as a Program Manager, Project Manager, or Operations Manager.
Strong knowledge of project budget management, scheduling, and tracking.
Ability to develop strategies that promote company goals and objectives to outside organizations.
Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
Ability to lift around 50 pounds, safely climb ladders, and work in extreme weather.
Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for fiber construction.
Ability to travel to different job sites within the assigned market.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary client contact; lead onboarding and introductions to internal teams and stakeholders, and provide regular project updates.
Coordinate meetings with clients, management, production teams, and cross-functional departments; maintain relationships with municipalities, utilities, subcontractors, and community partners.
Support business growth by expanding client and subcontractor networks.
Oversee projects from preconstruction through closeout, including reviewing maps, permits, easements, and other documentation for scope readiness.
Evaluate field-identified redesign needs and obtain client approval before execution where required.
Assign projects to Coordinators, foremen, and crews based on skills and workload; develop execution plans and monitor daily progress against schedules and deliverables.
Identify project risks early and implement contingency plans to prevent delays.
Conduct site visits, provide field support, and coordinate splicing, testing, inspections, and integration activities.
Ensure project documentation—including redlines, photos, test results, and submittals—is complete and accurate; oversee closeout and confirm deliverables are approved before client submission.
Lead Coordinators, construction teams, and subcontractors; hold team members accountable for safety, quality, productivity, and company standards.
Review daily assignments and production reports; coach and mentor staff, identify performance improvement needs, and participate in hiring employees and subcontractors.
Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, construction codes, permits, and client specifications; review permits for completeness and construction readiness.
Oversee traffic-control planning and daily or weekly traffic-control needs.
Investigate damage claims and determine appropriate resolutions, including approval or denial of repairs or payment.
Allocate labor and equipment across active projects; monitor material inventory and warehouse levels; coordinate subcontractors and ensure timely submittals.
Approve per diems, invoices, and change orders; manage and approve GPM entries and production updates; approve project scope changes within internal systems.
Support accurate project cost tracking and financial accountability.
Identify operational inefficiencies and implement improvements; evaluate market conditions and project performance trends; contribute to company growth initiatives and long-term planning.
Make decisions concerning crew and project assignments, operational adjustments, field-level scope modifications (with client approval when required), financial approvals within assigned limits, and subcontractor performance management.