Job Title: OSP Project Manager
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt, At-Will
Reports to: Director of OSP
Department: Construction and OSP
Location: In Field:
Location Status: Work will be primarily performed at a designated field worksite location based out of a central Race Communications worksite. Occasional travel to and work from other Race offices or other off-site locations will be required.
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About Us: As the leading provider of 10G fiber internet in California, Race Communications is a company built by the needs of the communities that we serve. In collaboration with the California Public Utilities Commission and many non-profit community advocacy groups, we build next-generation fiber infrastructure where others won't, serving over 30 communities across the state.
Working for Race means being dedicated to bringing cutting-edge fiber internet to rural and urban communities, providing opportunities, enhancing technology, and enabling access for generations to come.
Summary: The OSP Project Manager oversees and coordinates the planning, execution, and completion of outside plant (OSP) projects, working closely with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role involves managing multiple large-scale fiber optic construction projects, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders. The OSP Project Manager plays a pivotal role in advancing Race Communications' mission to bridge the digital divide by delivering reliable, high-speed internet services to underserved rural and urban communities.
The OSP Project manager exercises significant independent judgement, problem solving, and discretion in the development and implementation of OSP systems with minimal direct supervision. This individual should be able to communicate and work effectively with external service representatives and internal team members who possess a wide variety of backgrounds, personalities, and communication skills. This individual should be able to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, and evolving environment while effectively managing and motivating team members. This individual must be capable of working independently, as well as collaboratively with other Race team members across teams and levels of our organization.
Qualifications and Experience:- Eligibility for US Employment without sponsorship
- Minimum of 18 years of age
- High School Graduate, GED, or equivalent required
• A valid driver's license, subject to successful verification through a DMV check, is mandatory - 3+ of experience as an OSP Project Manager, or in an equivalent position
is required - Work experience in the telecommunications industry is preferred
- Comprehensive knowledge of G.O.95 (General Order 95) rules and their application in outside plant (OSP) construction and maintenance projects
- Class A or B commercial driver's license preferred but not required
- Proficient in Microsoft Applications, Google Earth (KMZs), AutoCad, Excel
- The ability to effectively communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension, as necessary for effective job performance and workplace communication
Skills:- Proficient use of MS Office applications including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; teleconferencing applications
- Functional use of common office equipment, computers, and office software
- Strong time management skills, with the ability to manage priorities and workflow
- Commitment to accuracy and high standards for quality of work
- Ability to work with all levels of team members and management
- Excellent problem resolution and customer service skills
- Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels
- Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance
- Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with a sense of urgency
- Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
- Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Project Manager:
- Manages multiple large-scale fiber optic construction projects from initiation to completion, ensuring all deliverables are met with high quality and precision
- Directs and coordinates the efforts of OSP support teams, contractors, and vendors, fostering collaboration to achieve project goals
- Organizes and leads recurring project meetings to align cross-functional teams, track progress, address challenges, and maintain a clear focus on objectives
- Conducts final inspections and punch walks to ensure project standards are met, creating detailed punch lists and overseeing the completion of close-out packages
- Ensures that all fiber project milestones and deliverables are completed on time, adhering to established schedules and budgets
- Directly supervises projects to ensure adherence to program timelines, budget constraints, and record-keeping requirements
Documentation and Reporting:
- Collaborate with OSP staff to develop and manage purchase orders, audit invoices, and maintain accurate final-as-built documentation for projects
- Manages daily interactions with construction vendors to streamline the construction, maintenance, and repair of OSP infrastructure, ensuring all activities align with project objectives and regulatory requirements
Stakeholder Communication:
- Serves as the primary interface with customers, subcontractors, jurisdictional authorities, and internal teams to ensure clear and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle
- Attends and contributes to customer meetings, which may require in-person engagement and travel to client sites and construction locations, ensuring all client expectations and requirements are met
Other duties as necessary may include but are not limited to:
- Follows Sales and Marketing team procedures and guidelines, along with policies outlined in the Race Communications Employee Handbook
- Successfully complete assigned training and examinations, as well as participate in ongoing performance and development reviews, and goal setting
- Be available to participate in internal or external meetings, special functions, and professional development opportunities
- Cross-train and share knowledge with other team members
- Support routine tasks
- Maintain a professional appearance, hygiene, and demeanor
As Part of Our Team, You Will Enjoy: - 100% Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life for all our employees
- 401 (k) with 100% Employer-matched up to 4% of your annual income
- Generous paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and birthday pay
- Free Race highspeed internet and phone service where available
All offers of employment are contingent until all pre-employment requirements are met. These requirements, which vary by position, may include drug and background screenings as well as Motor Vehicle and DOT related screening and reporting requirements. Race will consider qualified job applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
Background Check: Race Communications is a Fair Chance employer abiding by Federal and applicable state Fair Chance Act (s) for all applicants and additionally abides by the LA County Fair Chance Ordinance if you are applying for a position (is) associated with our Lancaster or Palmdale offices. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. Race will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
All new employees will participate in the mandatory 'Speedway to Success' (Speedway) orientation at one our offices . click apply for full job details