Vice President / General Manager – OSP Construction (South Region)

At Utilities One , we are driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to building the future of critical infrastructure. As a trusted turnkey solutions provider across telecom, power, water, renewable energy, and data center sectors, we deliver high-quality services that connect and empower communities. In addition to our core operations, we offer specialized consulting services that help our clients design, optimize, and execute complex infrastructure projects with confidence and precision. We believe our greatest strength is our people - a team of dedicated professionals who bring expertise, collaboration, and integrity to everything they do. Join us and become part of a growing organization where your contributions make a meaningful impact. The Vice President / General Manager – OSP Construction (South Region) is responsible for the overall leadership, execution, and performance of the company’s Outside Plant (OSP) construction operations across the South Region . This role provides strategic and operational oversight of project management, field construction, subcontractor management, and vendor partnerships, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. This position requires a senior leader with deep experience on the contractor side of telecom OSP construction , and a strong understanding of regional market dynamics, utility coordination, and permitting environments specific to the South footprint. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage project and construction management teams delivering complex OSP construction projects across the South region. Oversee day-to-day OSP field operations, including in-house crews, subcontractors, inspections, and quality control activities. Resolve complex operational and project issues outside standard procedures, in coordination with cross-functional leadership. Develop, implement, and continuously improve an end-to-end OSP construction delivery model, including standardized processes, systems, reporting, and tracking. Recruit, develop, and grow the OSP Construction organization within the South region. Identify, onboard, and manage regional subcontractors and additional resources to support construction demand while maintaining quality, safety, and schedule adherence. Build and maintain strong relationships with regional clients, utilities, municipalities, vendors, and strategic partners. Clearly and consistently communicate expectations, schedules, and performance standards to internal teams and external partners. Manage and strengthen construction vendor relationships and long-term strategic partnerships. Partner with the bids and proposals team to lead and support construction-related input for RFPs, estimates, schedules, and execution strategies for the region. Serve as the senior operational leader for all OSP construction-related technical and operational matters within the South region. Ensure alignment between regional construction operations, engineering, business development, and financial objectives. Drive a culture of safety, accountability, quality, and continuous improvement across all South construction activities. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred. 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in Telecom OSP Construction , with significant experience on the contractor or services-provider side . Demonstrated experience leading large-scale OSP construction programs, with strong knowledge of regional permitting, utilities, and municipal requirements. Proven ability to manage project teams, field operations, subcontractors, and inspection processes across multiple states. Experience building scalable construction processes, systems, and performance metrics. Hands-on experience supporting bids, proposals, and RFP responses from a construction execution perspective. Strong understanding of safety, quality, scheduling, cost control, and risk management in OSP construction. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to operate effectively at both strategic and hands-on levels. Willingness to travel frequently throughout the South region. Benefits Commission Plan Based on Performance; Health Insurance plans; (health, dental, vision); Whole Life Insurance; 401k Plan; PTO/Paid Holidays; Great Work Environment; Career Advancement Opportunities.