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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Telecom Engineering Manager - **Company:** NATIONAL OnDemand, Inc. - **Location:** Burlington, NC, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, ArcGIS (Software), Data Integrity, GIS Applications, Network Planning and Design, Software Version Control - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://hr.nationalondemand.com/Careers/UserPortal/job-description.aspx?enc=yixEiVq+ZplrVdyU1dLIEcjGlA6y35zRMghV+bTXuso6j30mmesW9RpKI7MFm3ymapU68SEmr6ngJ22na9eDmQ== ## About the Role * Proven background working with GIS-based design and as-built systems. * Solid understanding of telecom design standards, permitting considerations, and construction coordination., * Prior experience in large-scale fiber deployment programs. * Hands-on familiarity with multiple telecom GIS tools across the design-to-as-built lifecycle. * Experience working in fast-paced, highly cross-functional environments. * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Education or Skills: * Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geospatial Sciences, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience managing telecom engineering and GIS-driven design environments. * Strong experience in telecom engineering, with emphasis on OSP / FTTx networks. * Experience managing engineering teams and/or external engineering vendors., Not necessarily. Some roles require telecom experience, but many do not. We hire people from a variety of backgrounds, including construction, utilities, project management, administration, safety, and customer service. If you bring a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn, we can provide the training needed to succeed in your position. ## Description The Telecom Engineering Manager (GIS / OSP Focus) is responsible for managing telecom engineering scope with a strong emphasis on GIS-driven design, Outside Plant (OSP) delivery, and as-built governance. This role provides leadership across internal engineering teams and external design vendors, ensuring engineering quality, schedule adherence, and accurate system-of-record data through the full lifecycle of telecom network deployments. This position serves as a key interface between Engineering, Construction, Project Management, and GIS teams to ensure designs are buildable, standards-compliant, and accurately reflected in enterprise GIS platforms. Primary Position Duties: Engineering & Delivery Leadership * Own and manage engineering scope for telecom network deployments, including FTTx, OSP, and ISP designs. * Accountable for engineering quality, schedule, and deliverables across assigned programs and markets. * Provide day-to-day leadership to internal engineers and oversee external engineering vendors and consulting firms. Design Governance & Standards * Establish, maintain, and enforce engineering and design standards. * Review and approve design packages, redlines, and as-built documentation. * Ensure constructability and alignment with construction sequencing and field conditions. GIS & Data Integrity * Serve as an engineering leader for GIS platforms including (but not limited to) Render Networks, ArcGIS, 3-GIS, Vetro, CrescentLink, or similar systems. * Ensure GIS is maintained as the system of record for network design and as-built data. * Oversee data accuracy, version control, and as-built ingestion processes. Cross-Functional Coordination * Coordinate closely with Construction, Program Management, Permitting, and Operations teams. * Support resolution of field design issues, changes, and deviations. * Provide timely engineering support to keep construction and deployment efforts on track. 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