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OSP Project Manager

Broadband Power Solutions LLC

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

# Outside Plant (OSP) Construction - Project Manager
  • Location: Indianapolis, IN & Surrounding Indiana Areas
  • BPS is seeking an experienced Outside Plant (OSP) Project Manager to oversee fiber optic construction projects throughout Indianapolis and surrounding Indiana communities. This position is ideal for a motivated leader with telecommunications construction experience who excels at managing multiple projects, coordinating field operations, and delivering high quality results on schedule and within budget.

    • ## Why Join BPS?

    At BPS, we value our employees and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

  • Employer paid medical benefits for the employee
  • $60 monthly cell phone allowance
  • 10 paid holidays, including Thanksgiving Day and the day after Thanksgiving
  • 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
  • Company provided uniform shirts
  • Company issued laptop
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
  • Opportunity to manage the expansion of fiber optic infrastructure throughout Indianapolis and surrounding Indiana markets
  • Professional, safety focused work environment
  • Competitive pay based on experience

    • ## Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license with a minimum of three (3) years of a good, clean driving record.
  • Previous telecommunications and fiber optic construction experience strongly preferred.
  • Ability to travel throughout Indianapolis and surrounding Indiana project areas as needed.

    • ## Job Description

    The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing overall project performance and ensuring adherence to customer timelines. This role manages all aspects of OSP related projects, from permitting and construction through final As Built approval, while coordinating closely with subcontractors, vendors, and municipalities. The Project Manager also requisitions labor and materials, ensures project milestones are met, and maintains strong relationships with stakeholders to support timely and successful execution.

    ### Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage contractors, material vendors, inspectors, and construction partners.
  • Oversee scheduling, training, and performance of field inspectors and subcontractors.
  • Conduct cost estimation, budget control, preliminary engineering, and production tracking/reporting.
  • Serve as primary liaison with state and local permitting agencies, DOTs, and other regulatory bodies.
    • ### Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • Strong ability to read, interpret, and produce design maps, field drawings, and updates.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project) and general PC applications.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Current valid driver's license.
  • Ability to manage construction crews and timelines.
    • ### Technical Skills / Abilities:
  • Experience with fiber optic network mapping, GPS units, and recording network positioning.
  • Skilled in fiber optic cable (FOC) preparation, splicing, testing, and reporting using power meters, OTDR, and fusion splicing equipment.
  • Knowledge of FTTH/FTTP network design and construction.
  • Familiarity with “Call Before You Dig” rules and underground utility locating/repair practices.
  • Understanding of grounding principles in utility networks.
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety rules and regulations as they apply to fiber optic construction and maintenance.
    • ### Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and reach.
  • Must be able to drive a motor vehicle.
  • Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English.
  • Must have visual acuity.

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