ArcMap, Auditing, AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, Best Practices, Building Permits, Construction, Continuous Improvement, Data Collection, GPS (Global Positioning System), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Google Earth, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, National Electrical Code, Network Design, Novell eDirectory (formerly NDS), OSHA, Problem Solving Skills, Project Engineering, Quality Management, Safety Standards, Technical/Engineering Design, Training Program Development, Willing to Travel
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.