OSP Project Manager- Eastern PA

Post Date

Aug 30, 2024

Location

Downingtown,
Pennsylvania

ZIP/Postal Code

19335
US
Nov 18, 2024 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Project Manager

Req #

ATL-730458

Pay Rate

$40 - $50 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Company Description:
Client provides mission-critical bandwidth to the worlds most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Clients 133,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Client's communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Client serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.

Description: Insight Global is looking for 2 OSP Project managers for one of our large telecommunication contractors. This person will be responsible for managing multiple fiber construction projects in the Metro-Atlanta area that support the major telecom carriers. The responsibilities are as follows:

Responsible for daily management of splicing vendors across multiple projects to expedite the splicing and testing of fiber optic routes.
Assess and validate requirements (routing, fiber counts, hut spacing, etc.) for new route planning to ensure route objectives are clearly defined and meet stakeholder requirements.
Coordinates access to customer and network points of presence for fiber splicing and testing vendors.
Provides specialized telecommunications technical expertise related to fiber optic splicing & testing.
Collaborates with internal project managers to refine project schedules and budgets. Actively manage schedule, vendor process and documentation requirements and budget throughout project execution.
Ensure compliance with splicing activity maintenance scheduling and customer notification processes.
Provides direct interface with customers, subcontractors, jurisdictional authorities and interoffice personnel. Supports customer meetings as necessary which requires in person meetings and travel to client and/or construction sites.
Oversees procurement of equipment and materials required for project implementation. Actively monitor material stock and order lead times to negate material delays.
Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and develop contingency plans.
Conduct construction resource planning to ensure project objectives are met.
Develop RFPs for the splicing & testing of routes. Manage the RFP process and negotiate with bidders to ensure the lowest qualified awards are made. Diligently manage the contract terms throughout the life of each contract.
Ensure routes are delivered on time, on budget and as per construction standards.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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Required Skills & Experience

5-7+ years in the telecom industry in either OSP design or Field engineering
Must have experience forecasting information for entirety of project
Must have experience with permitting and testing parameters

Willing to travel on-site on an as-needed basis
Working knowledge of fiber and optical network design
Manage multiple in-flight projects and RFPs
Valid driver's license, clear 7-year driving history
Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Google Earth, and Microsoft Suite
Must be able to understand and read construction and splicing documents.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.