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Lumos is looking for a full-time OSP Construction Project Engineer! If you are an experienced telecom construction professional who’s excited for a fast-paced experience, ready to help us grow, and ready to recommend process changes that ensure we’re harnessing our technology to the best of our ability while broadening our ability to set up and maintain our service, we want to hear from you!
Our OSP Construction Project Engineers build relationships with subcontractor partners to facilitate the Outside Plant (OSP) Construction & installation of our network within a specific market - tracking all projects for safe, on-time completion in alignment with budget parameters. Lumos’s critical infrastructure builds encompass poles, areal, buried, & underground fiber facilities. Our CPEs must reside within commutable distance of the assigned market - frequent onsite presence is essential.
***Hybrid Position*** Requires regular presence onsite at multiple jobsites in market. Successful candidates must reside within market or within 1 hour commuting distance from St. Peters, MO. Company vehicle + Mobile phone provided. Valid, fully unencumbered Driver’s License required.
Company Summary
Lumos is on a mission to deliver lightning-fast, 100% Fiber Optic internet to the communities that need it most. After the merger of Lumos Networks and North State in 2022, we quickly rose to become a leading fiber internet provider. And as of April 1, 2025, we’ve joined forces with T-Mobile to launch T-Fiber—a joint venture that blends Lumos’ infrastructure expertise with T-Mobile’s national reach to bring fiber to more homes than ever before.
We currently connect over 475,000 homes, businesses, and multi-family buildings across nine states in the East and Midwest. With major growth in markets like Ohio, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia—and a shared goal of reaching 12 to 15 million homes by 2030—Lumos is playing a vital role in closing the digital divide.
Our Mission and Values
At Lumos, we are driven by our commitment to a brighter tomorrow. We take pride in being the first to deliver 100% Fiber Optic Internet for families, small businesses, and communities. We know the possibilities of tomorrow can’t be built on the infrastructure of yesterday. And when we deliver uninterrupted Internet and limitless capacity, we create new opportunities for everyone.
We believe that the past is over, and the future is fast. That’s why we are who we are: the disruptors of the status quo. Guided by our purpose and startup mindset, we step up, move first, and adapt as we go. Here, there’s no hierarchy, only hustle.
We are all servant leaders, confident in our purpose and humble enough to pay close attention to the details. We all have the power to help solve problems and find solutions for our customers and teammates - and we do - by putting people first and doing whatever it takes to build loyalty with our customers and within our team.
We’re passionate about our customers’ experience. Their futures don’t stand still, and neither do ours. We’ll never stop reinventing ourselves to meet our customers’ evolving needs - because we know that our work, delivering 100% fiber optic internet, truly changes people’s lives.
Essential Functions
- Builds and maintains relationships with local subcontractor and other partners to manage OSP crews’ activity - accomplishing required work safely, on time & within budget.
- Tracks crew progress and reports on it to internal teams, picking up whatever is required & delivering critical information to ensure leadership understands real-time job progress.
- Partners with & monitors OSP subcontractor crews to drive a safety culture at worksites.
- Ensures OSP subcontractor crews meet NESC code for aerial construction.
- Partners with internal teams on materials forecasting, scheduling, and other activities.
- Coordinates with internal and external teams on all permit needs.
- Complies with all safety regulations & requirements to maintain a successful safety record.
- Performs other duties as assigned, including departmental & cross-functional projects.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal, relationship building & influencing skills.
- Proven project management experience – running multiple concurrent projects across a geographic area by travelling, working onsite & remotely as required.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA rules, site safety, National Electric Safety Code (NESC) requirements, and associated construction and telecommunications federal and local regulations.
- Able to work independently & collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrates strong work ethic – reporting promptly & consistently, and with a sense of urgency based on deadlines and competing priorities.
Other Experience & Requirements
- 5+ years’ technical experience working in OSP Engineering, Construction, or Operations.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Valid, fully unencumbered Driver’s License required.
- Proactive, independent, and ability to take initiative to keep on-task and on-target.
- Fiber or Telecom industry experience essential.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent time spent walking, standing in the elements at construction worksites.
- Must utilize appropriate clothing and footwear to maintain safety.
- Frequent sedentary periods using computer, keyboard, and other peripherals.
- Near-constant use of sight, speech, hearing, comprehension, and reasoning.
Benefits & Perks
Our commitment to communities includes recruiting and rewarding the Lumos team members who are working together to build a brighter tomorrow.
We have:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Competitive compensation packages, including bonus options for eligible positions.
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- 100% employer-paid life and disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to professional support for life’s challenges.
- 401K plan w/ up to 5% employer contribution and a self-directed brokerage option.
- Wellness program offering education and cash incentives for gym attendance and nutrition programs.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Discounts on Lumos Fiber Internet for employees who live in our service areas.
Applicant Eligibility Notice:
Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application.
At Lumos we recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We have a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.
Ready to apply?
Apply to Lumos
Lumos is looking for a full-time OSP Construction Project Engineer! If you are an experienced telecom construction professional who’s excited for a fast-paced experience, ready to help us grow, and ready to recommend process changes that ensure we’re harnessing our technology to the best of our ability while broadening our ability to set up and maintain our service, we want to hear from you!
Our OSP Construction Project Engineers build relationships with subcontractor partners to facilitate the Outside Plant (OSP) Construction & installation of our network within a specific market - tracking all projects for safe, on-time completion in alignment with budget parameters. Lumos’s critical infrastructure builds encompass poles, areal, buried, & underground fiber facilities. Our CPEs must reside within commutable distance of the assigned market - frequent onsite presence is essential.
***Hybrid Position*** Requires regular presence onsite at multiple jobsites in market. Successful candidates must reside within market or within 1 hour commuting distance from Joplin, MO. Company vehicle + Mobile phone provided. Valid, fully unencumbered Driver’s License required.
Company Summary
Lumos is on a mission to deliver lightning-fast, 100% Fiber Optic internet to the communities that need it most. After the merger of Lumos Networks and North State in 2022, we quickly rose to become a leading fiber internet provider. And as of April 1, 2025, we’ve joined forces with T-Mobile to launch T-Fiber—a joint venture that blends Lumos’ infrastructure expertise with T-Mobile’s national reach to bring fiber to more homes than ever before.
We currently connect over 475,000 homes, businesses, and multi-family buildings across nine states in the East and Midwest. With major growth in markets like Ohio, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia—and a shared goal of reaching 12 to 15 million homes by 2030—Lumos is playing a vital role in closing the digital divide.
Our Mission and Values
At Lumos, we are driven by our commitment to a brighter tomorrow. We take pride in being the first to deliver 100% Fiber Optic Internet for families, small businesses, and communities. We know the possibilities of tomorrow can’t be built on the infrastructure of yesterday. And when we deliver uninterrupted Internet and limitless capacity, we create new opportunities for everyone.
We believe that the past is over, and the future is fast. That’s why we are who we are: the disruptors of the status quo. Guided by our purpose and startup mindset, we step up, move first, and adapt as we go. Here, there’s no hierarchy, only hustle.
We are all servant leaders, confident in our purpose and humble enough to pay close attention to the details. We all have the power to help solve problems and find solutions for our customers and teammates - and we do - by putting people first and doing whatever it takes to build loyalty with our customers and within our team.
We’re passionate about our customers’ experience. Their futures don’t stand still, and neither do ours. We’ll never stop reinventing ourselves to meet our customers’ evolving needs - because we know that our work, delivering 100% fiber optic internet, truly changes people’s lives.
Essential Functions
- Builds and maintains relationships with local subcontractor and other partners to manage OSP crews’ activity - accomplishing required work safely, on time & within budget.
- Tracks crew progress and reports on it to internal teams, picking up whatever is required & delivering critical information to ensure leadership understands real-time job progress.
- Partners with & monitors OSP subcontractor crews to drive a safety culture at worksites.
- Ensures OSP subcontractor crews meet NESC code for aerial construction.
- Partners with internal teams on materials forecasting, scheduling, and other activities.
- Coordinates with internal and external teams on all permit needs.
- Complies with all safety regulations & requirements to maintain a successful safety record.
- Performs other duties as assigned, including departmental & cross-functional projects.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal, relationship building & influencing skills.
- Proven project management experience – running multiple concurrent projects across a geographic area by travelling, working onsite & remotely as required.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA rules, site safety, National Electric Safety Code (NESC) requirements, and associated construction and telecommunications federal and local regulations.
- Able to work independently & collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrates strong work ethic – reporting promptly & consistently, and with a sense of urgency based on deadlines and competing priorities.
Other Experience & Requirements
- 5+ years’ technical experience working in OSP Engineering, Construction, or Operations.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Valid, fully unencumbered Driver’s License required.
- Proactive, independent, and ability to take initiative to keep on-task and on-target.
- Fiber or Telecom industry experience essential.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent time spent walking, standing in the elements at construction worksites.
- Must utilize appropriate clothing and footwear to maintain safety.
- Frequent sedentary periods using computer, keyboard, and other peripherals.
- Near-constant use of sight, speech, hearing, comprehension, and reasoning.
Benefits & Perks
Our commitment to communities includes recruiting and rewarding the Lumos team members who are working together to build a brighter tomorrow.
We have:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Competitive compensation packages, including bonus options for eligible positions.
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- 100% employer-paid life and disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to professional support for life’s challenges.
- 401K plan w/ up to 5% employer contribution and a self-directed brokerage option.
- Wellness program offering education and cash incentives for gym attendance and nutrition programs.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Discounts on Lumos Fiber Internet for employees who live in our service areas.
Applicant Eligibility Notice:
Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application.
At Lumos we recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We have a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.
Ready to apply?
Apply to Lumos
Lumos is looking for a full-time Manager – OSP Construction! If you have experience as a construction leader in telecommunications & FTTH who’s excited for a fast-paced experience, ready to help us grow, and ready to recommend process changes that ensure we’re harnessing our technology to the best of our ability while broadening our ability to set up and maintain our service, we want to hear from you!
As a Manager – you’ll power the flawless execution of Outside Plant (OSP) network builds - directly interfacing with & influencing subcontractor teams. You’ll motivate them to accomplish the important efforts that build Lumos’s fiber network – while collaborating with internal Lumos teams to build relationships with local officials & community representatives.
***Hybrid Position*** Requires regular presence onsite at multiple jobsites in market. Successful candidates must reside within market or within 1 hour commuting distance from St. Peters, MO. Company vehicle + Mobile phone provided. Valid, fully unencumbered Driver’s License required.
Company Summary
Lumos is on a mission to deliver lightning-fast, 100% Fiber Optic internet to the communities that need it most. After the merger of Lumos Networks and North State in 2022, we quickly rose to become a leading fiber internet provider. And as of April 1, 2025, we’ve joined forces with T-Mobile to launch T-Fiber—a joint venture that blends Lumos’ infrastructure expertise with T-Mobile’s national reach to bring fiber to more homes than ever before.
We currently connect over 475,000 homes, businesses, and multi-family buildings across nine states in the East and Midwest. With major growth in markets like Ohio, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia—and a shared goal of reaching 12 to 15 million homes by 2030—Lumos is playing a vital role in closing the digital divide.
Our Mission and Values
At Lumos, we are driven by our commitment to a brighter tomorrow. We take pride in being the first to deliver 100% Fiber Optic Internet for families, small businesses, and communities. We know the possibilities of tomorrow can’t be built on the infrastructure of yesterday. And when we deliver uninterrupted Internet and limitless capacity, we create new opportunities for everyone.
We believe that the past is over, and the future is fast. That’s why we are who we are: the disruptors of the status quo. Guided by our purpose and startup mindset, we step up, move first, and adapt as we go. Here, there’s no hierarchy, only hustle.
We are all servant leaders, confident in our purpose and humble enough to pay close attention to the details. We all have the power to help solve problems and find solutions for our customers and teammates - and we do - by putting people first and doing whatever it takes to build loyalty with our customers and within our team.
We’re passionate about our customers’ experience. Their futures don’t stand still, and neither do ours. We’ll never stop reinventing ourselves to meet our customers’ evolving needs - because we know that our work, delivering 100% fiber optic internet, truly changes people’s lives.
Essential Functions
- Accomplishes assigned market builds safely, on time & within budget.
- Manages the scheduling and coordination of the maintenance, repair, and upgrade of OSP facilities and the surrounding communities including rehab work, customer & community concern responses, OSP generator routines, and emergency call-outs.
- Delegates responsibility effectively & empowers direct reports to accomplish market tasks – designing builds, tracking & reporting progress, and motivating contractor crews.
- Influences internal & external teams to ensure commitment to progress and staying on-target.
- Interfaces directly with local governments & communities – responding timely & graciously.
- Keeps internal & external stakeholders informed on build progress at all times.
- Provides technical leadership and expertise to direct reports and subcontractor partner teams; establishes, standardizes and improves processes.
- Coordinates with various utilities partners and associated pole, aerial, etc. teams in alignment with internal Lumos engineering teams to carefully plan & execute all necessary objectives.
- Manages CAPEX, OPEX, and inventory tracking – tracking progress & approving expenses.
- Accountable for building & maintaining a high-performing team: selects top-tier candidates, evaluates performance, and identifies training & coaching opportunities.
- Performs other duties as assigned, including departmental and cross-functional projects.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
- 10+ years’ experience in OSP construction, engineering, or operations fiber builds.
- 2-5 years’ experience leading techs and contractors in a fiber build environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Proven project management skills; able to effectively manage and accomplish multiple concurrent milestones to closure within assigned market.
- Proactive, independent, and ability to take initiative to keep on-task and on-target.
- Active, fully unencumbered driver’s license.
- Fiber or Telecom industry experience is essential.
Other Experience & Requirements
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
- Strong experience influencing & directing the work of others.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills: capable of respectfully engaging with direct reports, multiple internal teams, external contractors, and a wide variety of community stakeholders.
- Solid experience with computer and peripherals, and software including Smart Sheets or similar as well MS Office: particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word; Visio and PPT helpful.
Physical Requirements
- Frequently operates computer, keyboard, and related peripherals.
- Frequent travel to construction sites – standing, walking, & safely navigating in all weather.
- Near-constant use of sight, speech, hearing, comprehension, and reasoning.
Benefits & Perks
Our commitment to communities includes recruiting and rewarding the Lumos team members who are working together to build a brighter tomorrow.
We have:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Competitive compensation packages, including bonus options for eligible positions.
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- 100% employer-paid life and disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to professional support for life’s challenges.
- 401K plan w/ up to 5% employer contribution and a self-directed brokerage option.
- Wellness program offering education and cash incentives for gym attendance and nutrition programs.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Discounts on Lumos Fiber Internet for employees who live in our service areas.
Applicant Eligibility Notice:
Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application.
At Lumos we recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We have a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.
Ready to apply?
Apply to Lumos
Lumos is looking for a full-time Manager – OSP Construction! If you have experience as a construction leader in telecommunications & FTTH who’s excited for a fast-paced experience, ready to help us grow, and ready to recommend process changes that ensure we’re harnessing our technology to the best of our ability while broadening our ability to set up and maintain our service, we want to hear from you!
As a Manager – you’ll power the flawless execution of Outside Plant (OSP) network builds - directly interfacing with & influencing subcontractor teams. You’ll motivate them to accomplish the important efforts that build Lumos’s fiber network – while collaborating with internal Lumos teams to build relationships with local officials & community representatives.
***Hybrid Position*** Requires regular presence onsite at multiple jobsites in market. Successful candidates must reside within market or within 1 hour commuting distance from Joplin, MO. Company vehicle + Mobile phone provided. Valid, fully unencumbered Driver’s License required.
Company Summary
Lumos is on a mission to deliver lightning-fast, 100% Fiber Optic internet to the communities that need it most. After the merger of Lumos Networks and North State in 2022, we quickly rose to become a leading fiber internet provider. And as of April 1, 2025, we’ve joined forces with T-Mobile to launch T-Fiber—a joint venture that blends Lumos’ infrastructure expertise with T-Mobile’s national reach to bring fiber to more homes than ever before.
We currently connect over 475,000 homes, businesses, and multi-family buildings across nine states in the East and Midwest. With major growth in markets like Ohio, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia—and a shared goal of reaching 12 to 15 million homes by 2030—Lumos is playing a vital role in closing the digital divide.
Our Mission and Values
At Lumos, we are driven by our commitment to a brighter tomorrow. We take pride in being the first to deliver 100% Fiber Optic Internet for families, small businesses, and communities. We know the possibilities of tomorrow can’t be built on the infrastructure of yesterday. And when we deliver uninterrupted Internet and limitless capacity, we create new opportunities for everyone.
We believe that the past is over, and the future is fast. That’s why we are who we are: the disruptors of the status quo. Guided by our purpose and startup mindset, we step up, move first, and adapt as we go. Here, there’s no hierarchy, only hustle.
We are all servant leaders, confident in our purpose and humble enough to pay close attention to the details. We all have the power to help solve problems and find solutions for our customers and teammates - and we do - by putting people first and doing whatever it takes to build loyalty with our customers and within our team.
We’re passionate about our customers’ experience. Their futures don’t stand still, and neither do ours. We’ll never stop reinventing ourselves to meet our customers’ evolving needs - because we know that our work, delivering 100% fiber optic internet, truly changes people’s lives.
Essential Functions
- Accomplishes assigned market builds safely, on time & within budget.
- Manages the scheduling and coordination of the maintenance, repair, and upgrade of OSP facilities and the surrounding communities including rehab work, customer & community concern responses, OSP generator routines, and emergency call-outs.
- Delegates responsibility effectively & empowers direct reports to accomplish market tasks – designing builds, tracking & reporting progress, and motivating contractor crews.
- Influences internal & external teams to ensure commitment to progress and staying on-target.
- Interfaces directly with local governments & communities – responding timely & graciously.
- Keeps internal & external stakeholders informed on build progress at all times.
- Provides technical leadership and expertise to direct reports and subcontractor partner teams; establishes, standardizes and improves processes.
- Coordinates with various utilities partners and associated pole, aerial, etc. teams in alignment with internal Lumos engineering teams to carefully plan & execute all necessary objectives.
- Manages CAPEX, OPEX, and inventory tracking – tracking progress & approving expenses.
- Accountable for building & maintaining a high-performing team: selects top-tier candidates, evaluates performance, and identifies training & coaching opportunities.
- Performs other duties as assigned, including departmental and cross-functional projects.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
- 10+ years’ experience in OSP construction, engineering, or operations fiber builds.
- 2-5 years’ experience leading techs and contractors in a fiber build environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Proven project management skills; able to effectively manage and accomplish multiple concurrent milestones to closure within assigned market.
- Proactive, independent, and ability to take initiative to keep on-task and on-target.
- Active, fully unencumbered driver’s license.
- Fiber or Telecom industry experience is essential.
Other Experience & Requirements
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
- Strong experience influencing & directing the work of others.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills: capable of respectfully engaging with direct reports, multiple internal teams, external contractors, and a wide variety of community stakeholders.
- Solid experience with computer and peripherals, and software including Smart Sheets or similar as well MS Office: particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word; Visio and PPT helpful.
Physical Requirements
- Frequently operates computer, keyboard, and related peripherals.
- Frequent travel to construction sites – standing, walking, & safely navigating in all weather.
- Near-constant use of sight, speech, hearing, comprehension, and reasoning.
Benefits & Perks
Our commitment to communities includes recruiting and rewarding the Lumos team members who are working together to build a brighter tomorrow.
We have:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Competitive compensation packages, including bonus options for eligible positions.
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- 100% employer-paid life and disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to professional support for life’s challenges.
- 401K plan w/ up to 5% employer contribution and a self-directed brokerage option.
- Wellness program offering education and cash incentives for gym attendance and nutrition programs.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Discounts on Lumos Fiber Internet for employees who live in our service areas.
Applicant Eligibility Notice:
Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application.
At Lumos we recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We have a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.
Ready to apply?
Apply to Lumos