OSP Director of Construction
GAC Enterprises, LLC, Greensboro, NC, United States
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute OSP construction strategies aligned with the company’s network deployment goals.
- Provide leadership and direction to internal teams, contractors, and cross-functional partners.
Project Management
- Oversee the end-to-end construction of outside plant infrastructure, including aerial and underground fiber builds, utility pole attachments, conduit installations, and civil construction.
- Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Establish project schedules, milestones, and performance metrics.
Vendor & Contractor Oversight
- Select, negotiate, and manage third-party construction vendors and contractors.
- Monitor contractor performance and adherence to safety, quality, and contractual standards.
- Resolve issues and escalations with external partners as necessary.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure construction activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including permitting, right-of-way usage, and environmental requirements.
- Champion a culture of safety; ensure all work follows OSHA and industry safety standards.
Budget & Cost Control
- Develop and manage construction budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
- Review and approve invoices, change orders, and project expenditures.
Team Development
- Hire, mentor, and lead a high-performing construction management team.
- Foster a collaborative, accountable, and results-driven work environment.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Billing, Permitting, Municipalities, Network Operations, and Executive teams to align construction plans with business priorities.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 8+ years of experience in telecommunications construction, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
- Proven experience managing large-scale fiber or broadband OSP construction projects.
- Strong understanding of OSP design, engineering, permitting, and construction processes.
- Experience with aerial and underground construction methods and utility coordination.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools and construction tracking platforms.
Preferred:
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials.
- Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., NESC, NEC, RUS).
- Familiarity with GIS-based mapping tools and fiber management systems.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Office-based with regular field visits to construction sites.
- Travel required to regional project sites and contractor meetings as needed by market and project needs.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions when needed.
- Must be able to walk construction sites and inspect physical infrastructure.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- 401K
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Employee Discount Program