Company Overview: We're Lumos, a provider of 100% Fiber Optic Internet, Total-Home Wi-Fi, voice and streaming services across North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. We believe that the possibilities of tomorrow cannot be built on the infrastructure of yesterday. That's why we're building a 100% Fiber Optic network from the ground up for families, small businesses and communities, backed by local, expert customer service. An Internet built for that most hopeful of all things - the future. Because whatever the future holds, we make it faster. Learn more at Lumos | High-Speed Fiber Internet Provider in NC, VA and SC (lumosfiber.com). The Position:This position directly manages the construction and installation of an Outside Plant (OSP) network (poles, aerial, buried, and underground fiber facilities) within a specified market area. The OSP Construction Project Engineer has direct accountability for overseeing line-crews, splicers, and contract crews all simultaneously while ensuring all OSP construction projects get completed in a safe and timely fashion within CAPEX budget parameters across multiple projects.
- Virtual Position: This position is minimal 90% in the field, and candidate must reside within a maximum of four (4) hour commutable distance from Raleigh-Durham, NC, near Alamance County or Johnston County.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Manage OSP crews' activity to ensure dates and objectives are met.
- Ensure OSP crews follow proper safety guidelines.
- Ensure OSP crews are meeting NESC code for aerial construction.
- Partner with procurement on material forecast and scheduling.
- Coordinate with contractors on all permit needs.
- Create relationships with local partners.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Experience:
- 5+ years' technical experience working in OSP Engineering, Construction, or Operations
- Key Competencies:
- Strong understanding of OSHA rules
- National Electric Safety Code (NESC) requirements
- Federal, and local (municipality) regulations
- Must have the ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Proven project management skills with ability to effectively manage multiple projects in various geographical areas
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Must exhibit honesty, integrity and courtesy in all interactions
- Must possess strong work ethic in supporting customer needs, responding promptly and consistently
Lumos Extras: Our commitment to communities includes recruiting and rewarding the Lumos team members who are working together to build a brighter tomorrow.We have:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Competitive compensation packages, including bonus options for eligible positions.
- Paid Time Off and 12 Paid Holidays / Personal Days.
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- 100% employer-paid life and disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to professional support for life's challenges.
- 401K plan w/ up to 5% employer contribution and a self-directed brokerage option.
- Wellness program offering education and cash incentives for gym attendance and nutrition programs.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Discounts on Lumos Fiber Internet for employees who live in our service areas.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.Other details
- Job Family Infrastructure and Supply Chain
- Pay Type Salary
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