OSP (Outside Plant) Manager at Alan & Grant

Job Summary

• The OSP Manager is responsible for the planning, deployment, maintenance, and optimization of outside plant telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber optic and copper networks.
• The role ensures the network is built and maintained to quality, safety, cost, and timeline standards while supporting service reliability and expansion objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and oversee construction of OSP infrastructure (fiber, ducts, poles, cabinets).
• Manage FTTH/FTTx, backbone, access, and metro network rollout projects.
• Coordinate surveys, route planning, and right-of-way acquisition.
• Manage contractors, vendors, budgets, timelines, and BOQs.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of OSP assets.
• Lead fault resolution and emergency restorations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and telecom regulations.
• Maintain accurate as-built drawings and GIS documentation.
• Prepare performance, KPI, and project reports.
• Field-based role with frequent site visits.
• On-call support for network emergencies.
• Travel within assigned region.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical, or Civil Engineering.
• 7–10 years telecom OSP experience; 3–5 years in management.
• Strong knowledge of fiber deployment, splicing, and testing.
• Experience with FTTH/FTTx projects.
• Leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills