Senior OSP Designer

Responsibilities

• End-to-end OSP design — route selection, permitting, construction methodology, strand maps, splice diagrams, conduit profiles, and as-built documentation — while overseeing the contracted firms that produce the detailed deliverables.
• Support and manage our facilities footprint, including inline amplification huts and data center colocation spaces, ensuring designs meet hyperscale-grade reliability requirements. This means managing vendors and providers who are providing designs for site civils, power, HVAC, equipment layout, and capacity.
• Own the design and planning of our long-haul and metro fiber networks from concept through construction completion — offering leadership and oversight, as well as hands-on support.
• Directing and managing contracted design and construction firms, coordinating across internal teams, and serving as the technical authority that keeps work on track and on standard.
• Primary technical liaison with hyperscale client engineering teams during design review and acceptance, manage relationships with permitting authorities, railroads, and right-of-way holders, and own the design schedule across concurrent projects.
• Review contractor submittals and construction drawings for technical compliance, manage RFIs and scope changes, and keep clear records and decision logs.
• Identify safety issues, third-party roadblocks, and permitting situations in the field; maintain a safe work environment, ensure all safety standards are met, and take a leadership role in establishing a strong safety culture.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; liaise with local government agencies, contractors, and clients to ensure smooth project execution and resolve issues as they arise.
• Review contracts, ensure contract compliance, and maintain quality assurance for PBI infrastructure.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Outside Plant & Fiber Design: 8+ years of OSP design experience with a focus on long-haul or middle-mile fiber. Experience managing contracted design firms on large-scale projects is essential.
• Proficiency with industry-standard OSP design tools (GIS platforms, AutoCAD, QGIS, VETRO, ArcGIS, or equivalent); able to direct and review the work of others using these tools.
• Working knowledge of fiber optic transmission fundamentals — optical link budgeting, OTDR analysis, span analysis — sufficient to evaluate contractor design deliverables and make sound technical decisions.
• Experience with permitting across federal, state, and local jurisdictions: USACE, FHWA, railroad, and utility coordination.
• Facilities: Experience designing or overseeing inline amplification huts or similar unmanned remote equipment enclosures, including power, HVAC, grounding, and equipment layout. Familiarity with data center colocation environments — power, cooling, cross-connect, rack and floor planning — and comfort coordinating with providers on space and capacity requirements.
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical and structural standards (NEC, Telcordia, Uptime Institute Tier classifications, TIA-942).
• Project Management & Client Engagement: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple large, concurrent projects — directing contracted firms, maintaining schedules, tracking deliverables, and communicating proactively with stakeholders. Experience serving as a technical point of contact with sophisticated external clients; prior engagement with hyperscale or cloud provider engineering teams is a strong plus. PMP or equivalent training is a plus; demonstrated track record carries equal weight.
• Safety-conscious attitude with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Willingness to learn new skills, software, and technologies; stays updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Google Earth, with the ability to quickly self-orient and learn new software platforms. Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions; physical ability to carry 35 lbs and ascend/descend a ladder.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

What we offer

• Competitive salary with annual bonus potential.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, and 401k plan with employer contribution.
• Four weeks' vacation plus public holidays and other discretionary leave.
• Long-term development opportunities and the ability to be part of an exciting and growing industry.