Outside Plant Engineering Project Manager We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented
Outside Plant Engineering Project Manager to oversee and coordinate outside plant telecom engineering projects from design completion through construction handoff and project closeout. This is a fully remote position. This individual will serve as the central point of communication between internal engineering teams, construction vendors, permitting agencies, municipalities, and client stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with exceptional organizational and communication skills who thrives in a fast-paced, remote work environment.
Primary Responsibilities - Manage multiple Outside Plant engineering projects simultaneously from engineering completion through construction handoff and final closeout.
- Schedule, facilitate, and lead Microsoft Teams meetings with internal teams, construction vendors, municipalities, and clients.
- Track project milestones, deliverables, and schedules to ensure timely execution.
- Organize and prepare engineering packages for successful handoff to construction vendors.
- Monitor project progress and proactively identify and resolve issues that may impact schedules or budgets.
- Track permitting activities, Public Agency (PA) approvals, and other project dependencies to maintain project momentum.
- Create and manage Purchase Orders (POs) and assist with project-related administrative documentation.
- Coordinate with construction vendors to ensure engineering deliverables are complete and construction-ready.
- Work closely with municipalities, utility owners, permitting agencies, and internal departments to resolve project issues and facilitate approvals.
- Maintain accurate project documentation and status updates within project management systems.
- Coordinate project closeout activities, ensuring all required documentation is complete and projects are successfully transitioned to completion.
- Provide regular project status updates to management and clients.
- Maintain high levels of organization across multiple active projects and priorities.
Required Qualifications - 3+ years of experience in telecommunications project coordination, Outside Plant engineering, project management, or construction management.
- Strong understanding of Outside Plant fiber engineering and construction processes.
- Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage projects in a remote work environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience coordinating with construction contractors, municipalities, permitting agencies, and cross-functional teams.
- Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
