SBA Communications

Program Manager, Connectivity Solutions

SBA Communications • $100K — $120K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or Computer Science preferred, or 10+ years of relevant experience.
  • 3+ years managing large-scale telecom/network projects.
  • 2+ years in Program Management or Business Development for Managed Services.
  • Experience with Wi-Fi, LTE, and Wireless Transport Networks preferred.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and writing skills, especially in technology contexts.
  • Proficient in Excel (Advanced) and familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus.
  • Demonstrated analytical thinking and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute comprehensive project plans and timelines for multiple interrelated projects.
  • Oversee and coordinate project activities to align with business objectives.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for effective communication.
  • Monitor project progress, identify risks, and create mitigation plans.
  • Track project performance metrics and report to senior management.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and high-performing project team environment.
  • Opportunity to work with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders.
  • Exposure to large-scale telecom/network projects.
  • Dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
  • Potential for professional growth in a start-up atmosphere.
Full Job Description
Your Next Career Opportunity - Program Manager

The Program Manager is responsible for the successful execution and coordination of multiple, complex projects and strategic initiatives across the Operations organization. This individual will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Service Providers, Engineers, Business Developers, OEMs, Operations, and Legal, to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the highest quality standards.

What You Will Do - Primary Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute comprehensive project plans and timelines for multiple interrelated projects.
  • Oversee and coordinate project activities, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including internal and external partners.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and alignment.
  • Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and develop mitigation plans.
  • Track project performance metrics and produce regular reports for senior management.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performing project team environment.
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet defined quality standards.
  • Other duties as assigned.


What You'll Need - Qualifications & Requirements
  • Strong communication, presentation, and writing skills with emphasis on technology.
  • Strong accountability and project management for tasks without close supervision.
  • Ability to build excellent rapport with the cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated strength in analytical thinking.
  • Able to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
  • Able to make decisions independently and as a member of a broader team.
  • Able to work with functional groups and different level of employees to effectively and professionally achieve results.
  • Strong follow-up skills: ability to organize applicable department timelines and follow up with internal and external customer needs.
  • Strong organizational skills: ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed-upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-motivated; able to work both independently to complete tasks and respond to department requests and with others to utilize their resources and knowledge to identify high-quality solutions.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering or Computer Science preferred or 10+ years of experience in place of a college degree;
    • 3+years of experience with design, deployment, and management of large-scale telecom/network projects
    • 2+ years of relevant experience in Program Management or Business Development for Managed Services
  • Experience with Wi-Fi, LTE, and Wireless Transport Networks preferred.
  • Experience in a fast-paced start-up environment is preferred.
  • Excel Advanced.
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus.


Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to stoop, bend, kneel or crouch.
  • Ability to stand, walk and sit.
  • Ability to reach with hands and arms
  • Visual ability correctable to 20/20.
  • Sitting up to 90% of the day.
  • Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone.
  • Manual dexterity to input data into the computer and the calculator and operate the equipment listed above.
  • Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.


Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Office/ Cubicle workspace.
  • Moderate noise level.


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About SBA Communications

SBA Communications Corporation is a first choice provider and leading owner and operator of wireless communications infrastructure in North, Central, and South America. By "Building Better Wireless," SBA generates revenue from two primary businesses - site leasing and site development services. SBA's primary focus is the leasing of antenna space on its multi-tenant communication sites to a variety of wireless service providers under long-term lease contracts. SBA also provides site development services to wireless service providers and operators.
Learn more about SBA Communications
Size
1,596 employees
Market Cap
$30.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$24.1 million
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+7.2%
Revenue
$2 billion
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