Outside Plant Construction Inspector

Uniti•Perry, GA

About The Position

The OSP (Outside Plant) Construction Inspector I/II oversees and inspects the construction and maintenance of outside plant telecommunications infrastructure. The role collaborates with contractors, engineers, and local and state officials to help ensure projects are completed accurately, safely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements. The position requires knowledge of OSP telecommunications construction and the ability to understand, interpret, and correct OSP engineering prints. This is a safety-sensitive position and requires travel to construction sites 50–80% of the time.

Requirements

A college degree in Engineering or a related field and 0–2 years of professional-level experience; or 4 or more years of professional-level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional-level related Engineering/Technical experience.
High school degree or GED equivalent.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Ability to discern colors on color work prints.
Strong understanding of OSP engineering prints and ability to interpret and correct them.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a desire to help and guide others.
Ability to conduct detailed site walks and identify potential construction challenges.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Experience engaging with counties, townships, Electric Membership Corporations (EMCs), DOT, and tribal authorities to navigate regulatory requirements after permits have been obtained by OSP Engineering and the Permit Team.
Extensive experience in OSP telecommunications construction.
Experience working with local and state officials, including obtaining permits and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Four or more years in communications construction, field operations, or OSP engineering.
Experience working with contractors.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with contractors and engineers to review and correct work prints.
Conduct pre-construction site walks with contractors to assess project constructability.
Identify potential issues and recommend ways to support smooth project execution.
Ensure projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations and permit approval documents.
Oversee OSP construction projects from handoff by OSP Engineering and Permitting through completion.
Monitor project progress and address issues that arise during construction.
Review permits, work prints, and permit wording for requirements that may affect the project.
Coordinate with stakeholders to support completion of projects on time and within budget.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date project documentation and detailed records of changes.
Prepare and submit regular project status reports, including delays and issues encountered.
Travel to construction sites, approximately 50–80% of the time.