Zayo

Zayo

OSP Service Assurance Project Manager

United States

Sponsorship not specified$77k-$119kDetected 6 days ago
Project ManagementStakeholder ManagementExcelVendor ManagementProcurementLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingConstruction ManagementFiber Optics

About the role

  • Zayo's 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers.
  • Zayo's communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access.
  • Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the planning and execution of outside plant break/fix from inception to completion.
  • Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, construction, design) and external stakeholders (clients, vendors, contractors) to ensure SLA objectives are met.
  • Oversee OSP activities, including fiber placement, splicing coordination, make-ready support, restoration, and maintenance.
  • Establish, monitor, and manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of deliverables and supporting workflows to measure operational performance, as well as identify and assess areas of opportunity for improved process efficiencies and performance.
  • Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to avoid delays and minimize further damage related to active outages.
  • Maintain clear and continuous communication with all stakeholders, including clients, senior management, project teams, and vendors.
  • Manage and maintain customer communications in partnership with the NOC throughout Fiber restoration and maintenance processes.
  • Conduct regular quality inspections and audits throughout the project to ensure adherence to design specifications and industry best practices.
  • Manage relationships with contractors, vendors, and subcontractors, ensuring their performance aligns with project requirements and timelines.
  • Review and manage contracts, change orders, and procurement processes as needed.

Requirements

  • Must have working knowledge of structured cabling and routing.
  • Must be familiar with email, MS Excel, Word, Google Earth.
  • Proven experience managing fiber optic and cable maintenance, to include restoration and emergency repairs.
  • Must be able to read and understand network diagrams, KMZs, and be able to analyze OTDR test results to troubleshoot faults.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing project conditions.
  • Knowledge of safety regulations, quality control, and construction standards in OSP projects.
  • Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods.
  • Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and work within budgets for projects as required.

Nice to have

  • High school diploma or equivalent, required.
  • Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Construction Management, Telecommunications, or a related field, preferred, or additional years of experience may be used in lieu of this preference.
  • At least five (5) years of experience in the telecommunications industry with outside plant, fiber optics, telecommunication architectures, optical transport equipment, and project management experience.

Compensation

  • $77,100 - $118,600 USD/annually
  • The base pay range shown is a guideline and reasonable estimate for this role.
  • It takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions.
  • Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted range based upon geographic location, work experience, skill level, certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
  • Non- sales roles may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive plan.
  • Sales roles may be eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan.

Benefits

  • Additionally, this position may be eligible for certain benefits, such as health insurance, life insurance, disability retirement plans, paid time off.
  • Benefits, Rewards & Wellness
  • Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave

Equal opportunity

  • Zayo is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
  • If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us.

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