OSP Project Manager

Startech Networks Inc

  • Chicago, Illinois
  • 24 days ago

    Highlights

    Tools: IQGEO, Arc GIS, Auto cad, Aramis, Waldo, BSTCAD, Spatial Net, Micro station, ArcMap (Esri suite), BentleyComms V8i (Fiber/Coax/Strand), Centurylink-NID, Katapult, NDS, Firework Google Earth/KMZ. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can perform complex field surveys, validate constructability, resolve conflicts in real time, and translate field conditions into accurate engineering deliverables that drive permitting and construction.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChicago, Illinois

    Description

    Job Title: OSP Project Manager
    Location: Chicago, IL
    Travel: Onsite Travel Required

    Preference: Experienced with AT&T, Ziply Fiber, Lumen.

    Job Summary:
    We are seeking an experienced OSP Project Manager. to support OSP Engineering & Design work for US operators. This role involves leading end‑to‑end field data capture required to complete design for fiber network deployments. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can perform complex field surveys, validate constructability, resolve conflicts in real time, and translate field conditions into accurate engineering deliverables that drive permitting and construction.

    Key Responsibilities:
    • Drive customer call with job status & progress.
    • Able to build reports in Excel, and other analytics tools.
    • Co-ordinate with Various team HLD, Fielding, Design, permitting and set up process.
    • Conduct site surveys required for OSP design and engineering.
    • Guide and mentor OSP fielders on best practices, safety standards, and accurate data collection techniques.
    • Develop and implement training programs to improve field package quality & compliance.
    • Conduct periodic audits and feedback sessions to ensure continuous improvement in fielding standards.
    • Identify conflicts and constructability constraints.
    • Collaborate with Project Managers and engineering teams to resolve field issues.
    • Ensure adherence to NESC, NEC, OSHA, MUTCD traffic control, and local AHJ standards.

    Skills:
    • 5+ years of experience in OSP fielding, construction, or engineering with direct hands-on survey experience (aerial & underground).
    • Knowledge of poles, anchors, conduits, handholes, manholes, splice points, utilities etc.
    • Knowledge of PTA, pole transfers, overlash feasibility, Pole Loading and clearance calculations.
    • Practical experience with U.S. ROW/municipal permitting, DOT, utility attachments, and railroad permitting.
    • Tools: IQGEO, Arc GIS, Auto cad, Aramis, Waldo, BSTCAD, Spatial Net, Micro station, ArcMap (Esri suite), BentleyComms V8i (Fiber/Coax/Strand), Centurylink-NID, Katapult, NDS, Firework Google Earth/KMZ.
    • Field Tools: GPS/laser rangefinder, measuring wheel, height stick, pull finder.
    • Familiarity with US operators engineering standards and processes.

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