Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations: Orlando, FL
Additional Locations: Florida (statewide)
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 211459
Position Overview
The OSP Fiber Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the construction and implementation of Outside Plant (OSP) fiber optic infrastructure projects. This role involves managing project schedules, budgets, resources, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful project delivery. The Project Manager will work closely with internal teams, subcontractors, utility companies, and local authorities to ensure fiber deployment meets technical specifications, safety regulations, and customer requirements. This is a field-based position that requires on job sites, lead crews, and keep fiber construction projects moving. The Project Manager will have supervision of internal employees and external subcontractors. The current project scope is in the state of Florida and the Project Manager will be expected to travel throughout the state (75%+ travel).
Job Duties
- Manage day-to-day field operations of OSP fiber construction projects across Florida.
- Supervise internal field employees and external subcontractors on active job sites.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, and scopes to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Coordinate with permitting authorities, utility companies, and local municipalities.
- Ensure compliance with technical specifications, safety standards, and customer requirements.
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety performance.
- Resolve on-site issues quickly and efficiently to avoid delays.
- Track and manage materials, equipment, and workforce deployment.
- Serve as the main point of contact for internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
- Facilitate jobsite meetings and provide timely status updates to leadership.
- Ensure field teams follow all regulatory, company, and safety policies.
- Travel frequently (approximately 75%) throughout Ohio to oversee active projects.
Qualifications
Required: 5+ years of experience in OSP fiber project management, construction, or telecommunications infrastructure.
Required: Strong understanding of OSP fiber optic design, permitting, and construction processes.
Required: Knowledge of industry standards and regulations (NESC, NEC, OSHA, DOT, etc.).
Required: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Required: Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Preferred: Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and GIS/mapping tools.
Additional Information
Work Environment & Travel:
This role will be both field and office-based, requiring site visits and coordination with field teams.
Travel required to job sites, vendor meetings, and stakeholder engagements. 75% depending on project locations.
Company Overview
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 75%