VP, OSP ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION

Company Overview

We're Lumos, a provider of 100% Fiber Optic Internet, Total-Home Wi-Fi, voice and streaming services across North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. We believe that the possibilities of tomorrow cannot be built on the infrastructure of yesterday. That's why we're building a 100% Fiber Optic network from the ground up for families, small businesses and communities, backed by local, expert customer service. An Internet built for that most hopeful of all things - the future. Because whatever the future holds, we make it faster. Learn more at Lumos | High-Speed Fiber Internet Provider in NC, VA and SC (lumosfiber.com).

The Position

The VP OSP Engineering and Construction leads senior-level leaders responsible for construction projects in expansion markets throughout Lumos's fiber footprint. They collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, interfacing with multiple levels of teams to form them, provide training, and ongoing mentorship - ensuring successful builds in partnership with a variety of stakeholders and the governments of the communities we serve. The position is responsible for directing multi-million dollar OSP and Construction budgets, company managers, engineering teams, construction teams, and contract firms. This includes the planning, engineering, and construction of ILEC/CLEC and Network OSP facilities. This position oversees and or participates in development of various programs to achieve OSP and Construction goals of capital efficiency and installation timeframe reduction. This position requires a combination of strong leadership, business, technical, and communication skills, with a strong focus in OSP Engineering & Construction. Critical understanding of strategic planning concepts, principles, business processes and change management within telecommunications industry.

Requires 50% travel.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Direct, Manage, track and prioritize budgets for capital and operating expenditures.
• Overall management of the expansion market, drive production plans and lead internal and external team to efficiency and on-time performance.
• Create and maintain partnerships with local and state municipalities.
• Provide recurring updates to municipalities and other local contacts.
• Oversee management of teams responsible for Railroad crossing, ROW easements, and pole/conduit providers and all construction activity.
• Industry organizations and utility interaction: DOH, DOT, Power Utilities, Telecommunication firms, Municipalities and other Government Agencies, Cable MSO's.

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Technical or credentials desired and/or equivalent in experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 10+ years of experience pertaining to the telecommunications industry desired. OSP management experience required, including extensive experience in OSP Engineering and Construction. Proven ability to successfully lead and track process improvement through closure. Must have capability to comfortably interface and give presentations at all levels of the organization.

• OSP Engineering and technical experience is essential.
• Able to quickly identify capability gaps, identify plausible solutions, develop prototypes and implement new functionality based on business needs.
• Strong communication skills with a high degree of accountability.
• High degree of problem solving and decision-making ability.
• Ability to collaborate successfully across the company at all levels of the organization.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, working well in a team environment.
• Ability to create and meet timelines cognizant of business needs and constraints.
• Highly self-motivated, driven work ethic, keen attention to detail.
• Ability to collaboratively work directly with internal teams and external business partners.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Competitive compensation packages, including bonus options for eligible positions.
• Paid Time Off and 12 Paid Holidays / Personal Days.
• 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.

• Job Family Infrastructure and Supply Chain
• Pay Type Salary