[Hiring] Senior Vice President - OSP Engineering & Construction @Lumos

Role Description

Lumos is scaling our fiber network across a growing footprint, and we're looking for a Senior Vice President of OSP Engineering & Construction to play a critical role in leading that expansion. With an established team and successful build program already in place, this is an opportunity to lead at scale while helping Lumos continue expanding its fiber network into new markets and communities.

We're looking for a servant leader with deep fiber overbuild experience who can bring both strategic perspective and operational discipline to the role. You'll lead an experienced team of regional OSP leaders, drive our construction and engineering objectives, support new market launches, and develop key relationships with municipalities, contractors, and vendors. Most importantly, you'll have the opportunity to build on what's working, empower a talented team, and play a meaningful role in the continued growth of Lumos.

This position is open to candidates located within the Lumos footprint, with a preference for the Eastern or Central time zones. Travel will be up to 50% initially, with ongoing travel of roughly 25 to 50%.

What You'll Do:

• Provide strategic leadership for Lumos' OSP Engineering & Construction organization, ensuring successful execution of monthly and annual fiber build objectives.
• Lead and support a team of regional OSP Vice Presidents by fostering accountability, collaboration, and servant leadership while empowering teams to operate successfully.
• Oversee engineering and construction performance, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with company objectives.
• Manage capital expenditures by monitoring project performance, forecasting needs, and ensuring responsible budget stewardship.
• Drive the successful launch of new fiber markets by partnering with Legal and cross-functional stakeholders to establish agreements, construction readiness, and deployment plans.
• Establish and strengthen partnerships with local municipalities, engaging directly with community and market leaders to support successful fiber deployment and address key market needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with construction partners, contractors, and vendors to support continued growth and scalability.
• Champion a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all engineering and construction activities.
• Monitor performance using internal reporting tools and construction dashboards to ensure schedule accuracy, quality, and overall program health.
• Partner with executive leadership to support strategic planning, operational improvements, and long-term network expansion initiatives.

What You'll Bring:

• Demonstrated servant leadership with a collaborative, team-first management style.
• Strong operational and financial acumen with experience managing large capital construction budgets.
• Proven ability to lead geographically dispersed teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong understanding of OSP engineering, fiber construction methodologies, permitting, scheduling, and contractor management.
• Experience using construction management and GIS platforms such as 3GIS, ESRI, or similar technologies.
• Adept at cultivating relationships and influencing key stakeholders, including municipalities, community leaders, and other external partners.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a rapidly evolving organization while maintaining focus on execution and results.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in Outside Plant Engineering and Construction.
• Executive leadership experience managing large-scale fiber deployment programs.
• Extensive direct experience within a fiber overbuild organization.
• Experience managing capital budgets, contractor performance, and large-scale deployment schedules.
• Proven success building strong partnerships with contractors, vendors, and cross-functional business leaders.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent travel, walking, and standing at active construction sites in varying weather and on uneven terrain.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and appropriate safety footwear.
• Regular use of computers and standard office equipment, along with the communication and judgment needed to inspect work and coordinate field activity.

Benefits

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

Applicant Eligibility Notice:

Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application. At Lumos we recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We have a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.