4+ years of experience in outside plant construction and managing large capital projects.
2+ years of experience in Telecom construction and design, particularly FTTx.
Ability to manage multiple aggressive RFP and design schedules.
Proficient in reading and understanding construction documents.
Comfortable delivering reports directly to the CEO.
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills for daily job allocation.
Proficient in MS Suite and Google Suite.
Responsibilities
Manage daily operations of construction vendors to expedite fiber network projects.
Oversee timely permitting submissions and vendor performance.
Interface directly with customers, subcontractors, and authorities.
Manage internal and external project risks effectively.
Procure and allocate resources to prevent delays.
Support development of RFI/RFPs for new engineering and construction projects.
Create and track project budgets in relation to Network Operations.
Benefits
Day shift Monday - Friday and night shift Sunday - Thursday.
Opportunity for a 15% bonus based on performance.
25% travel requirement, offering exposure to diverse projects.
Direct involvement in high-level reporting to executive leadership.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity
The Project Manager is responsible for understanding the project deliverables and creating timelines for different individuals and groups involved in the project to make sure the project remains on track. You must be familiar with the goals of the project and the responsibilities of all involved parties.
Daily management of construction vendors to expedite the construction and splicing of fiber networks.
Oversees timely permitting submittal and on time performance of engineering and construction vendors.
Provides direct interface with customers, subcontractors, jurisdictional authorities and interoffice personnel.
Managing both internal and external risks within the project's lifetime, such as poor planning designs, and government policies, which directly or indirectly affect the project
Procuring and allocating resources to ensure there is no shortage while avoiding any unnecessary delays caused by management decisions
Support in the development of RFI/RFPs for the engineering and construction of new projects.
Creates and tracks project budgets in relationship to Network Operations.
Develop and update processes and procedures to streamline workflows.
Ensure that all work is maintained in a tracking system with complete accuracy.
Required occasionally to meet with various municipalities and vendors to review project scope and to ensure positive communication is maintained.
25% Travel Required
Required Qualifications
Must have (4) years of familiarity with all types of outside plant construction and experience managing large capital projects.
Must have (2) years of all Telecom construction and design aspects, especially for FTTx.
Must be able to manage multiple aggressive RFP and design construction schedules and responses.
Must be able to understand and read construction documents.
Must be comfortable delivering reports directly to the CEO.
Ability to lead a team by being a good and effective communicator
Ability to maintain a high level of organization by ensuring daily job allocation
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Excellence in the budgeting of financial resources
Proficient with Email, MS Suite (Excel, Word, etc.), G Suite (Sheets, Slides, etc.) and Google Earth.
25 % Travel is Required
Preferred Qualifications
Strong data entry skills
Strong background in field management
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Process and documentation orientation, with a focus on continuous improvement
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Experience with Google Suite (Sheets, etc.), Zoho, and project management tools a plus
Understanding of utility construction processes and terminology a plus
Additional Information
Salary Range: $95,000 - $110,000 Salary, based on experience + 15% Bonus
Schedule: Day Shift:Monday - Friday & Night Shift: Sunday - Thursday
Travel Requirements: 25%
Role Openings: 1
Target Start Date: 2-3 weeks from offer
Interview Process
Recruiter Screen
2nd Interview with Director of Operations
Final Interview with VP of Operations
Conditional offer upon successful background check
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