Manager, OSP Estimation & GIS (Finance)

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 documentation standards.

Benefits

Cable One and our family of brands appreciates the role our associates play to help the company grow, and in return an excellent benefits package is offered to our associates to recognize the importance of their contributions, such as:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans - start when you start!
• Life insurance (self, spouse, children)
• Paid time off (vacation, holiday, and personal/sick days)
• 401(k) - 100% company match (match program starts after 1 year of service, up to 5% of eligible compensation)
• Group Legal plan with Identity Theft Protection

Additional Perks

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 on 1st year)
• Annual community support to various organizations across the U.S.
• Associate recognition & awards programs
• Advancement opportunities
• Collaborative work environment
• FREE Cable One services for associates who live in a serviceable area
• Up to $75/mo. Stipend
• Remote Access to select premium channels (Cable One, Sparklight, Cable America and ValueNet Fiber Only)

We're an Award-Winning Organization!

• Forbes' "America's Best Midsized Employers" 2021-2023

Our Commitment

Diversity lies in the communities we serve and among the associates who dedicate themselves to ensure our continued success. Here at Cable One and our family of brands, we believe it is our individual and unique talents, backgrounds and perspectives that, when combined, truly make us an unstoppable force. "Stronger Together" is not just a verbal cue, it is the motto that our associates live by, exemplify, and embody each and every day.

Cable One and our family of brands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Pre-hire Processes

Cable One and our family of brands is committed to keeping our associates and customers safe. Job offers are contingent upon the results of background, drug screening, and reference check. Only after successfully passing these pre-hire clearances are individuals approved for hire and ready to start their successful and rewarding career.

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