Role Overview
- Manage end-to-end delivery of OSP fiber engineering projects (FTTH, backbone, smart grid, etc.) from NTP through permitting and design closeout;
- Oversee project schedules and milestones to ensure timely submissions, design reviews, and client deliverables;
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams including GIS, fielding, permitting, and QA to ensure smooth design handoffs;
- Supervise internal and offshore engineering teams, assigning and tracking design tasks to maintain delivery timelines;
- Interface with clients for project updates, change order discussions, and design clarifications;
- Monitor permitting requirements and dependencies to keep submissions on track;
- Review high-level and low-level designs for scope accuracy and progress tracking;
- Support internal quality assurance processes and documentation for audits and client standards.
Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years' experience in OSP fiber engineering project management;
- In-depth understanding of the engineering lifecycle from NTP to permit-ready packages;
- Ability to manage multiple design projects across diverse geographies;
- Familiarity with engineering tools such as Smartsheet, Google Earth, Excel, and KMZ files;
- Strong skills in communication, organization, and interdepartmental coordination;
- Experience with permitting workflows and QA/QC documentation processes.
**Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior work on federally funded broadband programs (e.g., BEAD, RDOF);
- Understanding of fielding practices, PLA/MRE coordination, and joint-use design;
- Experience leading offshore or outsourced engineering teams;
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and identify design discrepancies;
- PMP, PgMP, or Agile certification (a plus, not required);
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license (a plus, not required).
Tech Stack
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay and compensation package;
- Health Insurance plans (health, dental, vision);
- Whole Life Insurance;
- 401k Plan;
- PTO/Paid Holidays;
- Professional growth opportunities within an expanding global engineering organization.