Outside Plant Engineering Manager

We are seeking an experienced Outside Plant Engineering Manager to lead the planning, design, expansion, and long-term evolution of our client’s fiber-optic network infrastructure across the communities it serves. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who combines strong technical OSP engineering expertise with proven leadership experience managing fiber network expansion projects, engineering teams, rural broadband networks, and vendor relationships.

• Lead the full lifecycle of outside plant engineering, including planning, fielding, design, staking, permitting support, construction coordination, and as-built documentation


• Oversee aerial and underground fiber network design supporting FTTH, transport, and broadband expansion initiatives


• Review engineering drawings, staking sheets, and cost estimates for constructability, accuracy, and cost efficiency


• Manage contract engineering and construction vendors, including vendor selection, contract coordination, performance management, and invoice validation


• Support broadband expansion projects tied to state and federal funding initiatives


• Work closely with GIS and IT teams to strengthen network data integrity, mapping accuracy, and asset visibility


• Drive process improvement initiatives focused on scalability, efficiency, documentation, and operational performance


• Evaluate and implement modern engineering workflows, automation tools, and AI-enabled technologies supporting network planning and optimization


• Lead easement acquisition, right-of-way coordination, and permitting activities


• Ensure engineering deliverables comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, along with industry standards


• Develop and maintain QA/QC standards, engineering processes, and scalable operational workflows


• Assist with departmental budgeting, forecasting, and infrastructure planning initiatives


• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing OSP engineering team while fostering accountability, collaboration, and strong customer service


• Coordinate closely with construction, operations, and leadership teams to ensure alignment across projects and organizational priorities