Job Description
Job Detail
- Manage and oversee the Director of Project Management, Program Managers and Project Managers to ensure the timely processing of project financial steps, including PORs, POs, and invoices
- Oversee the Project team handling of budgets and change orders based on contracts
- Develop high-level OSP schedule/budget for each opportunity for a deployment phase
- Develop detailed baseline OSP schedule upon project kickoff (using standardized OSP project tools), and maintain this schedule throughout the course of the project
- Ensure that project tracker is updated daily
- Hiring and managing a team that are qualified in OSP construction and managing contractors in the field and fiber engineering
- Manage all facets of the OSP project department including fiber engineering, program management, vendor selection and management as well as internal construction and splicing teams
- Daily and frequent interaction with third party outside plant engineering and construction suppliers, local municipalities, public utilities, product leads, and sales/sales support team members
- Deliver projects on time, on budget, within quality and safety standards
- Quickly resolve OSP roadblocks
- Effectively track, report and communicate OSP project progress
- Ensure construction management teams are executing according to planned project timelines
- Provide early communication on potential due date, interval, and/or budget slips along with corrective actions to the Executive leadership team
- Ensure as-built drawings to Fiber Engineering upon completion of construction for each segment
- Ensure project meet deadlines
- Track and manage key operating metrics, presenting production metrics on a weekly basis
- Create a consistent roadmap for stable service delivery, evaluating new vendor technologies, and ensuring effective cross-functional communication to align with company initiatives
- Participate in project meetings at the corporate level and effectively support the overall project effort
- Interface with senior management on critical projects, customer escalations, and budget reviews
- Acting as the company liaison, represent corporate interests when interfacing with local, state, and federal governmental agencies in matters affecting the fiber optic network
- Learn and develop an understanding of all systems, tools, and processes (i
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- , reporting, capacity, and ticketing tools, etc
- ) that support the workflow of projects and suggest improvements
- Manage “Trouble Management” reporting, emergency restoration/disaster recovery and general contractor and other vendor related duties
- Contribute to a culture of trust, integrity, and collaboration
- Understand and uphold Cityside Fiber’s core purpose and values and be passionate about what we do
Qualifications
BS Engineering related field or Construction Management or equivalent experience - Fifteen years technical and management work related experience in the telecommunications industry with emphasis on transmission methods, OSP/ISP, optical networks, project management, and direct customer interface
- Ten years’ experience with GIS system usage preferred
- Proven expertise in managing large-scale infrastructure projects, specifically in telecommunications and fiber optic construction (FTTH, OSP)
- Strong background in project management, financials, budgeting, and P&L responsibilities
- Proficient with PCs, Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Project, etc
- )
- Experience in Vetro or similar fiber management tool
- Advanced knowledge of OSP networks, construction methodologies for fiber to the home delivery, design, GIS initiatives, and optical technologies
- The individual will be responsible for the prompt delivery of FTTx
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Outstanding critical thinking and decision-making process, the anticipation of risky business situations with deliberate and swift response to same
- The individual must possess outstanding communication skills, written and verbal, as well as strong interpersonal skills as he/she interfaces with subordinates, peers, customers, and vendors
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure
- Skilled at driving to and presenting production metrics on a weekly basis
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the company insurance policy
About Cityside Fiber
Cityside Fiber is on a mission to deliver high-quality, reliable internet to communities through innovation and a people-first approach - Headquartered in Irvine, CA, we are an emerging telecommunications provider expanding rapidly due to high demand
- Our culture is built on innovation, accountability, and trust, and we seek independent thinkers who want to contribute to something big
Location
Headquarters in Irvine, CA- require travel depending on role
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary $240,000 annually (dependent on experience)- Bonus and equity package available
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- Company-sponsored medical & dental for employees (Subsidized for dependents)
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO), sick leave, and holidays
- Growth opportunities & career development programs
Why Cityside Fiber?
Cityside Fiber believes that we all deserve amazing internet! Our core purpose is to create networks that better enable life-changing connectivity in our communities by daring to be different and having our team members put people first all while having fun - We’re building a next-generation internet provider with a focus on innovation, accountability, and trust
- At Cityside Fiber, you’ll work with a passionate team, have room for growth, and make a real impact
How To Apply
For immediate consideration, submit your resume through our careers site- No phone inquiries, please
Visit our website at www- citysidefiber
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Cityside Fiber is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion - ~