dfn
Project Manager - Telecom
Roseburg, Oregon · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 16 days ago
Project ManagementExcelProcurementCustomer SupportLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft OfficeConstruction ManagementFiber Optics
About the role
- Join one of Oregon's top fiber internet providers!
- The Project Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle delivery of OSP fiber infrastructure deployment projects from planning, through construction and closeout.
- This is a leadership role requiring both deep technical understanding of telecom infrastructure and strong business acumen.
Responsibilities
- Develop project plans, procurement strategies and risk mitigation.
- Build and maintain master project schedules, establish critical paths, key milestones and dependencies across all workstreams.
- Lead kick off meetings, align on scope expectations and communication protocols.
- Own project budgets from award to closeout, maintaining accurate reporting throughout project lifecycle.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation and contingency plans; escalate critical risks to leadership with recommended course of action.
- Serve as the primary representative for all assigned projects; maintain strong trust-based relationships with vendors, customers and leadership.
- Present project performance reports to executive leadership as well as lead regular project status meetings with stakeholders.
- Lead and mentor Project Coordinators, construction and engineering staff assigned to projects; provide clear direction, feedback and professional development support.
Requirements
- Ability to learn new software and applications specific to the industry and position.
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic as this is a high productivity position with a large degree of autonomy.
- Self-motivated, ability to work independently or in a team.
- Ability to exercise good judgement, courtesy, patience and tact in public contact and problem resolution.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) and project management platforms such as Smartsheet, MS Project or similar.
- Attention to detail in documentation preparation, data entry and record keeping.
- Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously and meet details in a fast-paced environment.
- Problem solving skills.
- Clean driving record and valid Oregon driver's license.
- Professional appearance and customer service oriented. Ability to exercise good judgement, courtesy, patience and tact in public contact and problem resolution.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Nice to have
- High school diploma or GED required
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Construction Management or Business Administration, Telecommunications or related field, preferred.
- 2-5 years of experience in project management, with a professional certification strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with fiber optic network terminology and OSP construction processes, preferred.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision for employees, with affordable dependent coverage
- Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays, including two days off for your birthday
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