Company:

Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. A competitive base salary and a full benefits package including; Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Holidays, Parental Leave, 401(k) plan with employer match, stock options, and an Employee Assistance Program. Most benefits take effect within 30 days of employment, and some require a waiting period.

Compensation: [Starting / Initial] Base Salary Pay Range: $80,000 - $110,000

Specific offers within the listed pay ranges are determined by a variety of factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and business needs.

Overview:

An Outside Plant (OSP) Engineer designs, plans, and maintains the telecommunications infrastructure outside of central offices, including fiber optic cables, conduits, ducts, poles, and towers. This role requires technical expertise in fiber optic infrastructure, designs, civil engineering, project management, and an understanding of regulatory compliance to ensure a stable and reliable network for high-speed internet services.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees Engineering, Construction, and Emergency Repairs of Cogent`s fiber optic network.
• Works closely with Engineering firms, OSP contractors, and internal departments to ensure safety and compliance with Cogent construction standards.
• Works independently over multiple states on complex projects.
• Reviews excavation and construction plans by non-Cogent agencies/organizations/companies for conflict with Cogent’s fiber cable and negotiates changes to remove conflicts.
• Analyzes and prepares cost estimates, scopes of work, specifications, and bid packages.
• Coordinates engineering/construction activities with internal departments (Network Operations, Real Estate, Contracts, and other entities).
• Coordinates fiber splicing activities for construction and ERS with internal field technicians.
• Team leader on major OSP construction/relocation projects and reimbursable jobs.
• Responds to emergency situations (i.e. cable cuts) with guidance on restoration.
• QA/QC of completed fiber activities by contractor and review of fiber testing results.
• Maintains as built drawings of the fiber routes in the area of responsibility and coordinates changes with the CPR and Drafting groups.
• Interfaces with federal, state, County, and City governments for project permitting and approvals.
• Typically manages 3-5 projects per month costing $100K to $5M each.
• Tracks all phases of project funding life cycle.

Qualifications:

• BS/BA (Civil Engineering preferred) or equivalent experience plus 1-5 years of experience in outside plant engineering and construction.
• 3-5 years’ experience in construction and engineering of outside plant fiber projects.
• Working knowledge of cable construction standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Project Management experience
• Basic knowledge of CAD systems, GIS and GPS field survey tools.
• Experience maintaining a fiber network.

Work Environment:

This is Hybrid position five days a week to best support your success, allowing for focused mentorship, training, and personal coaching

COVID-19 Policy:

Cogent has adopted a mandatory vaccination and booster policy which requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated with one booster against COVID-19. Prior to beginning employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or apply for and receive an accommodation to be exempt from the policy.

By submitting an application or resume for this position, I agree to abide Cogent’s mandatory vaccination policy.

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Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.