OSP Field Project Manger

Utilities One•Statesville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Utilities One is seeking a qualified local Field Project Manager for its Operations department in Statesville, North Carolina. The role is responsible for daily field execution, vendor oversight, and operational coordination of assigned construction projects. The Field Project Manager ensures crews and subcontractors are prepared, compliant, productive, and aligned with client, municipal, and company standards. Acting as the on-site operational leader, the position connects field teams, vendors, management, and external stakeholders to help ensure safe, efficient project delivery in accordance with approved plans.

Requirements

Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
Strong knowledge of aerial and underground design and construction requirements as they relate to the customer and governmental guidelines.
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

Review assigned projects for scope, constructability, and sequencing.
Conduct pre-construction walkouts with vendors and internal teams.
Verify locate ticket status and ensure valid locates are in place before excavation; issue required 48-hour notices.
Coordinate specialty services as needed, including GPR, core drilling, line adjustments, and FDOT scheduling.
Confirm permits, traffic control requirements (MOT), and jurisdictional approvals are secured before work begins.
Identify potential field conflicts and coordinate resolution with engineering and management.
Meet with foremen and vendors daily to review work plans, expectations, and job sequencing.
Monitor GPM check-ins and ensure production is accurately entered and updated.
Ensure vendors and crews have required documentation and certifications, are properly equipped, and follow approved construction methods and specifications.
Verify appropriate crew assignments for aerial, underground, and boring work.
Enforce jurisdiction-approved work-hour restrictions and confirm crews work in a logical order aligned with locates and permits.
Coordinate daily MOT needs and communicate requirements to management.
Conduct site inspections and QA/QC checks to verify quality and adherence to plans.
Ensure compliance with required drilling practices, underground depth requirements, aerial attachment standards, HOA requirements, safety regulations, and PPE requirements.
Ensure restoration requirements are completed properly and assigned production units (“gigs”) are completed on time.
Serve as the first-line problem solver for field challenges and help crews resolve technical issues and unexpected conditions.
Coordinate map discrepancies and field changes with engineering; investigate and report damages and assist with resolution and documentation.
Communicate proactively about plan adjustments and escalate critical concerns to the OPM or Director when necessary.
Submit daily and project reporting, including end-of-shift reports, damage reports, MOT updates, and QA/QC documentation.
Keep GPM updated on production, rejections, corrections, and completions, and ensure project documentation is accurate and submitted on time.
Communicate with management, clients, cities, and jurisdictions; attend assigned coordination meetings and relay updates and changes to crews.
Address homeowner or public concerns professionally and coordinate their resolution; represent the company as the on-site operational leader.
Monitor material availability and notify the OPM when inventory is insufficient.
Ensure traffic control requests are submitted and executed properly; support yard organization and equipment readiness.
Assist in developing field crews through training and reinforcement of standards.
Maintain accountability for daily field execution and productivity, vendor and crew compliance, safety and permit adherence, accurate reporting, and timely completion of production goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.