Description

Job Title: OSP Project Manager 

Department: Outside Plant Construction

Location: Remote 4 days x 10 hours each

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented OSP Project Manager to oversee and manage the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of outside plant (OSP) projects for our telecommunications infrastructure. This role involves managing project timelines, budgets, resources, and cross-functional teams to ensure the successful implementation of OSP projects, including fiber optic networks, cable installations, and related infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management within the telecommunications industry, with a focus on OSP projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Coordination

• Lead and manage the planning and execution of outside plant (OSP) break/fix work from inception to completion.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets as required.
• Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, construction, design) and external stakeholders (clients, vendors, contractors) to ensure SLA objectives are met.
• Oversee OSP activities, including fiber placement, splicing coordination, make-ready support, restoration, and maintenance.
• Ensure work aligns with construction prints, permits, and engineering specifications.

Budget and Resource Management

• Oversee project budgets, ensuring costs are controlled and projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Establish, monitor, and manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for deliverables and supporting workflows to measure operational performance and identify opportunities for improved efficiency.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet project requirements, including manpower, equipment, and materials.
• Update budget requests, purchase orders, and project close-outs in a timely manner.

Risk Management

• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to avoid delays or budget overruns.
• Resolve issues that arise during the project, including procurement delays, resource shortages, and technical challenges.

Stakeholder Communication

• Maintain clear, continuous communication with all stakeholders, including clients, senior management, project teams, and vendors.
• Prepare regular progress reports and status updates, addressing any concerns or changes to scope, cost, or schedule.
• Manage customer communications in partnership with the NOC throughout fiber restoration and maintenance processes.
• Work jointly with leadership from the NOC, Construction, Project Management, Engineering, and Change Management teams.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure projects are completed in compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct regular quality inspections and audits throughout the project to ensure adherence to design specifications and industry best practices.

Contract and Vendor Management

• Manage relationships with contractors, vendors, and subcontractors, ensuring their performance aligns with project requirements and timelines.
• Review and manage contracts, change orders, and procurement processes as needed.

Documentation and Compliance

• Ensure all project-related documentation, including contracts, permits, and reports, is properly maintained and stored.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, permits, and safety standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Must have working knowledge of structured cabling and routing.
• Must be familiar with email, MS Excel, Word, Google Earth.
• Proven experience managing large-scale OSP projects, including fiber optic and cable installations.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
• Must be able to read and understand construction documents.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing project conditions.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, quality control, and construction standards in OSP projects.
• Ability to review and interpret an OTDR / Ability to support field staff running test is a plus

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering, Construction Management, Telecommunications, or a related field, preferred, or additional years of experience may be used in lieu of this preference.
• At least 5 years of experience in the telecommunications industry with outside plant, fiber optics, telecommunication architectures, optical transport equipment, and project management experience.

About eClerx

eClerx is a leading provider of productized services, bringing together people, technology and domain expertise to amplify business results.

The firm provides business process management, automation, and analytics services to a number of Fortune 2000 enterprises, including some of the world’s leading financial services, communications, retail, fashion, media & entertainment, manufacturing, travel & leisure, and technology companies. Incorporated in 2000, eClerx is traded on both the Bombay and National Stock Exchanges of India. The firm employs more than 19,000 people across Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Switzerland, Egypt. India, Italy, Netherlands, Peru, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, the UK, and the USA.

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