What are the responsibilities and job description for the OSP Project Manager position at JSI?
Department: Fiber - Fiber Network Design and Implementation Services
Location: Nephi, UT
OSP Project Manager
We are in a period of unprecedented growth and are seeking to hire an OSP Project Manager to support our team working in our Nephi, UT office. This position could become hybrid in the future.
This role is responsible for successfully executing assigned OSP fiber network design projects across multiple markets. These projects will build our nation's infrastructure by delivering the transformative power of gigabit fiber access to rural communities.
The OSP Project Manager is responsible for successfully overseeing fiber design and implementation projects. The OSP Design Manager is the design lead directing OSP Engineers and CAD/GIS technicians to ensure that work is completed on time and within budget to the required standard. This design team will work on FTTH projects, completing high-level designs, field verification/staking, low-level detailed design, submitting jurisdiction ROW permits, and incorporating field construction redlines into final as-built plans. The OSP Design Manager provides the required status updates to the Project Manager and ensures each design phase of work is delivered based on the schedule.
This role requires an individual with strong leadership, facilitation, management, and client relationship skills. This position will partner across the JSI organization and the client's organization to plan and execute project delivery.
If you have a track record of successfully managing complex OSP FTTH, FTTX, or other construction projects, as well as strong leadership, emotional intelligence, and facilitation skills, then this role is for you!
Responsibilities & Duties
• Oversee and drive the delivery of the overall OSP FTTH design project.
• Monitor design progress, oversee design scheduling, and track design status to schedule.
• Will interface with the client's design team. Build strong working relationships by providing regular status updates to the JSI Project Manager and facilitating design alignment meetings.
• Coordinate closely with the field construction team to ensure design plans are understood and followed.
• Attend regular meetings with clients, stakeholders, and project managers to report on progress and manage risks.
• This position is integral to our vision, strategy, and overall growth plans and requires strong leadership, people skills, and problem-solving abilities.
Qualifications
Education:
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is preferred but not required.
• Professional Engineer Certification is preferred but not required.
• A high school diploma or GED is required.
Experience:
• 5 years of experience successfully managing complex OSP FTTH design projects.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Google Earth, and other GIS platforms.
Skills:
• Comfort with fast-paced environments and regular multi-tasking and reprioritization.
• Strong sense of urgency.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as listening and interpretation skills.
• A high degree of professionalism and integrity.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams).
Additional Information
Works Schedule:
• 40 hour work week, overtime may be available
• This position requires US Citizenship or permanent resident status.
Benefits
JSI offers a rewarding and challenging career at every level of the organization. We are dedicated to supporting our employees with:
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Retirement Plan – 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• A diverse, dynamic, and engaging work environment
• Ongoing training and educational opportunities
• Professional growth and development initiatives
At JSI, we are committed to fostering an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally.
