Outside Plant (OSP) Resident Inspector

Overview

The OSP Resident Engineer will effectively inspect fiber optic cable placement, fiber drop installations and associated construction activities for an assigned OSP project.

This position is responsible to manage the construction project guidelines and maintain all project documentation in accordance with CHR Solutions operations guidelines.

This position requires 100% travel.

Essential Functions

• Observe and inspect workmanship of contractor construction activities as it pertains to compliance of the plans & specifications.
• Interpret contract documents for the contractor as necessary to assist with compliance with the terms of the construction contract, including Plans & Specifications.
• Coordinate and document with the OSP Manager any communications with the Contractor or client that may be interpreted as a change in the terms of the contract changes that may affect the construction cost or performance.
• Correct and maintain the construction drawings where inspection has been observed and record the as-built’ inventory units and routing.
• Observe the manner and incorporation of materials, equipment, and workmanship by the Contractor as measured in accordance with Contract Plans & Specifications.
• Maintain required CHR Solutions issued project inspection forms and provide the results to the OSP or Project Manager.
• Participate in acceptance testing as needed.
• Manage, assist in training and / or serve as the main point of contact for OSP Technicians and Inspectors on the assigned project.
• Maintain compliance with current state and federal safety guidelines; carry out all work in a safe manner and in alignment with safety practices.
• Coordinate with external permitting authorities and internal permitting team as needed.
• Professionally represent CHR Solutions and client.

May be required to communicate directly with clients or homeowners regarding the project.

• Communicate daily with manager, peers, and project management team in person or via phone and email; attend in-person or virtual meetings and trainings as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and input daily production metrics.
• Adhere to internal and external field design practices, standards, policies and procedures.
• Raise project concerns or risks to management as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned within his / her capabilities as determined by management, and based on the needs of the business.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required :

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel 100% with reliable personal vehicle.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions and walk several miles per day.
• Minimum 5 years related work experience with OSP Construction including aerial, underground, and buried applications.
• Strong understanding of OSP fiber optic aerial and buried construction.
• Strong understanding of RUS Units and construction procedures.
• Ability to follow company procedures and guidelines.
• Proficiency working with a tablet and computer.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work 40 to 60+ hours per week.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred :

• Supervisory or managerial experience with small to mid- sized teams.
• Strong understanding of OSP Fiber Design preferred.
• Proficiency understanding right-of-way permitting guidelines.

Other Qualifications

Honesty & Integrity - Demonstrates trustworthiness in all aspects of position; follows through on commitments; proactively accepts responsibility for actions and appropriately shares credit for successes;

tells the truth tactfully; builds and develops strong trust with peers, management, and customers.

• Interpersonal Skills : Professionalism, Attitude, and Respectful Treatment of Others - Demonstrates maturity; focuses on resolving conflict, not blaming;
• maintains confidentiality; keeps emotions under control; listens to others and is open to others' ideas and to try new things;
• approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of status or position;
• Communication Skills : Written & Verbal - Adjusts to audience; uses professional language.
• Verbal : Speaks openly, persuasively, and clearly; listens and seeks clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills;
• actively participates in meetings. Written : Writes clearly, informatively, concisely, and accurately; presents numerical data effectively;

reads and interprets information.

• Commitment to Innovation & Continuous Quality - Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness;
• generates suggestions for improvements; develops innovative approaches / ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention;
• seeks ways to improve and promote quality; welcomes and applies feedback to improve; monitors own work to ensure quality;

cross-trains to ensure knowledge and information are shared.

• Drive : Takes Initiative, Motivated, and Ambitious - Works independently; originates and / or completes actions or tasks with little to no supervision;
• asks appropriate questions to ensure understanding; digs in and stays to task without being easily distracted; desires to challenge and grow oneself professionally;

seeks out new challenges.