Construction Project Manager - Wireline OSP (Columbus)

Construction Project Manager – Wireline OSP (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: Columbus, OH

Travel: Greater Ohio region (no overnights)

Pay Rate : $50–$60/hour

Overview

We’re seeking a client-facing Construction Project Manager to support fiber long-haul Outside Plant (OSP) construction projects for hyperscaler-related programs and carrier clients. This role is OSP-heavy— long-haul builds, conduit routes, and splicing —and will partner closely with internal teams plus vendor/contractor crews to drive safe, on-time, high-quality delivery.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and coordinate project teams within a designated area, including vendors and contractors.
• Define project scope/objectives and build detailed work plans, schedules, estimates, and resource plans.
• Manage tasks to ensure on-time completion; oversee capacity, production, and cycle time expectations.
• Lead internal program/status meetings and implement changes needed to maintain timelines.
• Attend customer meetings, provide comprehensive status reporting, and resolve conflicts/issues.
• Ensure all work is accurately maintained in a project tracking system.
• Develop and improve processes/procedures to streamline workflows and increase quality.
• Identify innovative ways to reduce cycle time and improve execution.
• Retrieve, analyze, transform, and report data to support business intelligence.
• Support budgets and P&L ; create a weekly forecast .

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience (telecom construction preferred).
• Strong OSP / ISP project management experience, including end-to-end delivery of large telecommunications projects.
• Ability to provide technical and analytical guidance to a project team.
• High accountability in deadline-driven environments; self-motivated and technically savvy.
• Excellent verbal/written communication; strong organization and attention to detail.
• Flexible and able to adapt quickly to shifting schedules and priorities.
• Strong customer service orientation; ability to maintain professional tact in fast-paced environments.
• Advanced experience with SQL, MS Excel, Visio, and Google Earth .
• Experience with fiber optic/carrier/collocation products and services (operations, engineering, or implementation).
• Experience with FTTx and/or Small Cell .
• Preferred: Relationship management experience (government/city officials, clients, etc.).
• Preferred: Civil and/or telecommunications construction background.
• Nice to have: SiteTracker or PowerBI .

Education

Bachelor’s degree typically preferred in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Building Science.