OSP Field Manager

Startech Networks, Inc.

$75K — $95K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in OSP fielding, construction, or engineering with hands-on survey experience (aerial & underground)
  • In-depth knowledge of poles, anchors, conduits, handholes, manholes, splice points, and utilities
  • Understanding of PTA, pole transfers, overlash feasibility, pole loading, and clearance calculations
  • Practical experience with U.S. ROW/municipal permitting, DOT, utility attachments, and railroad permitting
  • Proficient with mapping and design tools such as IQGEO, AutoCAD, and various GIS software
  • Skilled in using field tools like GPS, laser rangefinders, and measuring wheels
  • Familiarity with engineering standards and processes specific to U.S. operators.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct site surveys for OSP design and engineering
  • Guide and mentor OSP fielders on best practices and safety standards
  • Develop and implement training programs to improve field package quality
  • Conduct periodic audits and feedback sessions for continuous improvement in fielding standards
  • Identify conflicts and constructability constraints in the field
  • Collaborate with Project Managers and engineering teams to resolve field issues
  • Ensure adherence to safety and local authority standards during field operations.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and mentor within the fielding team
  • Engagement with hands-on field surveys and data collection
  • Focus on continuous improvement and compliance through training and audits
  • Collaboration with diverse project teams and stakeholders
  • Direct impact on design quality and construction efficiency.
Full Job Description
About the Job

Job Title: OSP Field Manager

Location: IL, Chicago

Travel: Onsite Travel Required

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Fielding Subject Matter Expert to support OSP Engineering & Design work for US operators. This role involves leading end-to-end field data capture required to complete design for fiber network deployments. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can perform complex field surveys, validate constructability, resolve conflicts in real time, and translate field conditions into accurate engineering deliverables that drive permitting and construction.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct site surveys required for OSP design and engineering.
  • Guide and mentor OSP fielders on best practices, safety standards, and accurate data collection techniques.
  • Develop and implement training programs to improve field package quality & compliance.
  • Conduct periodic audits and feedback sessions to ensure continuous improvement in fielding standards.
  • Identify conflicts and constructability constraints.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers and engineering teams to resolve field issues.
  • Ensure adherence to NESC, NEC, OSHA, MUTCD traffic control, and local AHJ standards.


Skills:

  • 5+ years of experience in OSP fielding, construction, or engineering with direct hands-on survey experience (aerial & underground).
  • Knowledge of poles, anchors, conduits, handholes, manholes, splice points, utilities etc.
  • Knowledge of PTA, pole transfers, overlash feasibility, Pole Loading and clearance calculations.
  • Practical experience with U.S. ROW/municipal permitting, DOT, utility attachments, and railroad permitting.
  • Tools: IQGEO, Arc GIS, Auto cad, Aramis, Waldo, BSTCAD, Spatial Net, Micro station, ArcMap (Esri suite), BentleyComms V8i (Fiber/Coax/Strand), Centurylink-NID, Katapult, NDS, Firework Google Earth/KMZ.
  • Field Tools: GPS/laser rangefinder, measuring wheel, height stick, pull finder.
  • Familiarity with US operators engineering standards and processes.

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