Fiber Implementation Project Manager

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of fiber optic installation projects, from overall strategic planning to design of the footprint, implementation, and project closeout
• Develop project plans, timelines, project schedules, and budgets and ensure timely completion of same
• Create a detailed work plan that identifies and sequences all project activities needed for successful project completion
• Determine objectives and measure same upon which the project will be evaluated at completion, including hours, costs, revenues, time to invoice, time to close
• Manage project teams, including subcontractors and vendors
• Monitor project progress, identifying and mitigating risks and issues that may arise during the project lifecycle
• Ensure that all project documentation (including plans, specifications, and change orders) is properly maintained and communicated to all stakeholders
• Work closely with clients to understand their needs and expectations, to ensure that the project is aligned with their goals
• Responsible for ensuring work completion and implementation in compliance with industry standards, regulatory and safety requirements
• Maintain the integrity of design, alongside cost feasibility
• Manage individual and team performance by providing timely performance evaluations, constructive feedback, coaching, and growth opportunities
• Check the occupational safety aspects of projects in order to ensure work safety.
• Understand and follow the safety, and health rules, as well as safe working practices applicable to the job
• Maintain records of ongoing work with contractors as well as detailed documentation of all site engineering activities
• Manage all project activities through manpower resource scheduling, proper documentation, budgeting, and other project factors
• Conduct cost-benefit analysis and risk analyses to determine project feasibility
• Project evaluation – lead the debrief on completed projects to track factors affecting successful project implementation and profitability
• Other appropriate responsibilities relevant to the role as they evolve

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of network topology/architecture and fiber optic networks
• Good knowledge and experience of Passive Optical Network (PON) and Optic Fiber project implementation
• Ability to design, read, and interpret KMZ files, technical drawings, schematics OSP records, and network designs
• Proficiency with MS Project
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good judgment and sound decision making
• Good community relations and human management skills
• Critical thinking, analytical, and complex problem-solving skills
• Sound knowledge of industry standards and regulations
• Demonstrable leadership experience with the ability to develop, mentor, and guide teams under contractual terms (vendors and subcontractors included)
• Demonstrable success in project delivery and execution of project management methods
• Ability to manage large projects and multiple sub-contractors
• Bachelor’s degree/HND in Electrical /Electronics or any related Engineering discipline.
• PMP Certification or evidence of PM Training
• At least 8 years of experience in fiber optics project management
• Optic Fiber Training and certifications as applicable
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and Microsoft Project