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Role Description
We are seeking an experienced OSP Engineer-Estimator to support large-scale fiber optic infrastructure projects, particularly middle-mile builds and multi-million-dollar bids. This critical role involves developing accurate and competitive cost estimates for complex outside plant (OSP) deployments.
• Assist in maintaining all records associated with US Signal OSP fiber assets.
• Ongoing data integrity auditing which may include field audits.
• Provide design assistance for the installation and maintenance of the fiber optic network.
• Project manage assigned project load including new construction, network maintenance and relocation projects.
• Assist in easement and right of way negotiations with property owners.
• Assist in managing city, state, and local government permitting requests.
• Perform site walks and field surveys for fiber build projects.
• Review construction prints for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare proportionate share billing summaries to finance for IRU partners on maintenance and relocation projects.
• Prepare and process third party splicing requests from and to IRU partners.
• Rotating 1 in 2 on-call responsibility.
• Provide support to sales through preparation of maps and fiber deployment plans.
• Process ICB requests and provide soft quotes to sales for OSP portion of the solution.
• Perform fiber characterization analysis.
• Work closely with outside plant contractors to ensure project parameters are met.
• Assist TOC when additional troubleshooting requested from OSP Engineering department.
Qualifications
• Experience with middle-mile and long-haul fiber builds strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of permitting workflows and timelines strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret and apply local regulations related to telecom infrastructure strongly preferred.
• Understanding of OSP construction principles including underground and aerial construction.
• Understanding of OSP records documentation.
• Ability to operate US Signal company vehicle.
• Ability to utilize ladders and walk unstable terrain while performing site walks/audits.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload.
• Demonstrated successful experience escalating with vendors and stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
Requirements
• 3+ years’ experience with OSP and project management a plus.
• Familiarity or experience with the US Signal network is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office products including 365, Outlook, Excel, Word, and Visio.
• Experience with OSPinsight and Google Earth a plus.
Education
• Formal training and education involving civil engineering, OSP engineering, fiber construction and splicing is a plus.
Required License(s)/Certification(s)
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Benefits
• Remote/Hybrid work environment for greater work-life balance.
• Generous paid time off policy, including vacation, sick time, and 10 paid holidays.
• Competitive and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits plans with Flexible Spending benefits including medical/dental expenses and dependent care.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous contribution.
• Group Term Life Insurance covered 100% by employer.
• Wellness program to promote overall employee well-being.
• Health club reimbursement.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Business casual dress code.
