Manager, OSP Estimation & GIS

Job Description:

At Sparklight/Cableone and our Cable One family of brands, we keep our customers and associates connected to what matters most.

For our associates, that means: a thriving and rewarding career, respect for the communities where they live and work, a focus on health and wellness, an excellent work/life balance, and an open and inclusive workplace.

We are open to hiring remote if we find the right talent in any of the following states: AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MD, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, OR, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT.

Key Responsibilities:


* Lead the GIS team in designing, implementing, and maintaining spatial databases and mapping applications.


* Manage GIS data related to fiber, coaxial, and wireless infrastructure across multiple markets.


* Collaborate with engineering, construction, field operations, and sales & marketing teams to support network planning and expansion and map accuracy.


* Integrate GIS with enterprise systems such as OSS/BSS, CAD, and asset management platforms.


* Develop custom tools and dashboards for spatial analysis, reporting, and decision support.


* Ensure data quality, consistency, and compliance with industry standards and internal policies.


* Provide training and support to internal stakeholders on GIS tools and workflows.


* Stay current with GIS and telecom technology trends to recommend strategic improvements.


* Utilizing our Service-Now tool, responsible to update dashboards for current projects, job tickets, and overall team performance for Estimation & GIS teams.


* Guide and mentor the Estimation & GIS teams on training, career, and complete performance reviews.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:


* Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.


* 5+ years of GIS experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.


* Required experience in the telecommunications or broadband industry is a must

Technical Skills:


* Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS suite, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise.


* Experience with fiber network design platforms such as SpatialNet & Autocad.


* Strong understanding of spatial data modeling, network topology, and telecom asset mapping.


* Experience with Python or ModelBuilder for automating GIS workflows and data processing.


* Knowledge of SQL and spatial databases (e.g., PostgreSQL/PostGIS, SQL Server Spatial).


* Exposure to estimation tools such as Biarri Fond.

Soft Skills:


* Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.


* Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage distributed teams.


* Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:


* GISP certification or equivalent.


* Experience with cloud-based GIS platforms and APIs.


* Knowledge of FTTx design and documen...