Senior OSP Manager

Company: John Staurulakis
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description JSI invites you to join our team as a Senior OSP Manager on our Engineering and Design Team in our Charlotte, NC , Kansas City, MO , or Dallas, TX office, where you'll play a critical role in advancing broadband and telecommunications initiatives that expand connectivity and drive digital inclusion—while advancing your career within a mission-driven, growth-focused organization. About the Company: JSI is a leading full-service consulting firm specializing in broadband solutions. For over 60 years, we have provided independent communications service providers with expert financial, engineering, management, operational, regulatory, and strategic guidance. Our extensive industry knowledge and proven track record of success have empowered clients to achieve sustainable growth and profitability. With over 1,000 clients nationwide and a powerful presence in markets such as Florida, Texas, Maryland, and Alaska, JSI empowers rural and regional broadband providers to expand, evolve, and excel in a rapidly shifting digital world. Position Overview: As a Senior OSP Manager , you will be responsible for successfully overseeing full turn-key fiber design (cable counts, aerial/buried/underground infrastructure design, RUS contract language, budgets, bill of materials, design changes, customer interface, contractor interface) and directing resident engineers, inspectors, and project specialists on the implementation and control over these projects. This role requires an individual with strong leadership, facilitation, management, and client relationship skills. This position will partner across the JSI organization, construction vendors, and the client’s organization to plan and execute project delivery. Responsibilities Oversee and drive the delivery of the overall OSP FTTH project. Coordinate closely with the Engineer to ensure design plans are understood and followed. Works with the project specialists on all PM tracking documentation and financial spreadsheets or operational documents to ensure accurate and timely tracking of each project to RUS and customer expectations. Works with OSP Residents and Inspectors to ensure all work complies with construction plans. Monitors construction progress, oversees scheduling, and tracks budget to spending status. Function as the primary interface for the client. Build strong working relationships by providing regular status updates, facilitating alignment meetings, and leading project escalation discussions. Manage a dynamic and complex supply chain inventory of materials and logistics. Build strong working relationships with construction vendors to ensure high-quality, on-schedule, and within-budget construction. Provides weekly/monthly updates to the entire team (including the customer) to strategically manage risk, monitor finances, provide the required status updates to the customer, and ensure each phase of work is delivered based on the schedule. Ensure the detailed project plan is followed and drive the entire team to work together to achieve results. Comfortable in challenging environments, regular multi-tasking, and reprioritization. Required Qualifications A bachelor’s degree in mechanical, civil, or a related engineering field is preferred. 10 years of experience in engineering, construction, and/or management of OSP fiber and/or copper projects is desired. Experience in creating high-level OSP designs with AutoCAD, Google Earth, or GIS platforms is required. Prior experience as an OSP Resident, OSP Engineer, or similar role is preferred. Traveling to construction sites is a requirement of the role and may be required for extended periods of time. Comfort in a rapidly changing environment with competing and shifting priorities. A keen sense of urgency. Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as listening and interpretation skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams). A high degree of professionalism and integrity. This position is integral to our vision, strategy, and overall growth plans and requires strong leadership, people skills, and problem-solving abilities. Benefits and Compensation Competitive salary performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)). Generous PTO and travel support. Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities.

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