Network Construction Project Manager - Fiber Small Cell

Description Location: Phoenix, AZ. NV and NM travel may be required. Schedule/Hours: This will be a hybrid role. 60% will be in office and 40% will be in field. There may be possible travel to NV or NM. Applicant needs to be open to work any combination of office days and field days Monday - Friday. 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM AZ time. Expenses: Mileage when traveling.

Primary candidates should include proficiency with the following experiences/abilities: Ability to organize work across several different projects simultaneously. Communicate updates in a concise and timely manner. Collaborate with internal shareholders in Engineering, Permitting, Regulatory, Operations, and Project Delivery to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Fiber construction drawing and design proficiency. Small cell construction drawing and design proficiency. OSP fiber construction bore trench aerial placement leased duct. Node and power construction foundation pole installation power installation RF component installation troubleshooting. Understanding of the process for bringing metered power to a small cell site. Construction crew management. Understanding of 811 utility location process and best practices for safe sub-surface construction. Excel and SmartSheets.

Role Responsibilities include creating work packages for vendors, coordinating construction schedules, communicating with vendors and inspectors, resolving construction issues in the field, and ensuring projects are built on schedule and within budget. This position will work with all team members to proactively anticipate and solve problems that may arise during any phase of the build process. Common activities will include data collection, analysis, and reporting for assigned projects. Each network construction team is expected to maintain open communication across all areas of the business and work as a unit with consistency while building cognizant of fostering the vision and values of the client. This position is accountable for delivering key KPIs for their area of responsibility including but not limited to On-Time Install fiber complete for small cell, small cell LCD installed, enterprise revenue, and vendor and vehicle safety. Supports Network Construction team with assigned tasks, projects, and could include but is not limited to the following: correspondence, administrative tasks, POs, Invoicing, tracking project deliverables dates and monitoring deadlines, managing vendors, and providing regular and timely reports highlighting variances as they arise.

Responsibilities - Prepares and submits purchase orders and processes contractor invoices for fiber and small cell. Assists with project financials and milestone management such as forecasting issuing and receiving on vendor POs tracking and resolving past due invoices. Provide additional administrative support as required. Communicates issues to management prior to reaching critical status. Develops progress reports tracks progress and identifies/resolves obstacles. Assists with ad hoc reporting requests. Communicate with vendors concerning construction timelines milestones safety and billing. Understanding service delivery and close out packages. Updating company tools and attending company cross functional team meetings.

Education/Certifications - High School degree. A valid drivers license required. OSHA 10 or preferred.

Experience/Minimum Requirements - Minimum three years of telecommunications/wireless construction experience. General knowledge of Outside Plant Construction techniques aerial underground for SCS. General knowledge of Small Cell Construction techniques. Familiarity with test equipment and techniques for performing OTDR PIM and SWEEP. General knowledge of NESC NEC and OSHA standards.

Other Skills/Abilities - Knowledge of budget development and execution. Knowledge of construction management process. Ability to read and understand construction drawings. Ability to direct and diagnose workflow problems critical paths and institute remedies in a timely manner. Customer service orientation with a strong problem-solving approach and strong interpersonal skills. Strong computer skills - MS office, SmartSheets, and Excel.

Working Conditions: Will be required to travel to project sites with exposure to heavy equipment and environmental conditions 40% of the time. Works in a normal office setting with no exposure to adverse environmental conditions 60% of the time.

Skills: Telecommunication, Small cell, Fiber.

Additional Skills & Qualifications Responsibilities - Prepares and submits purchase orders and processes contractor invoices for fiber and small cell. Assists with project financials and milestone management such as forecasting issuing and receiving on vendor POs tracking and resolving past due invoices. Provide additional administrative support as required. Communicates issues to management prior to reaching critical status.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital, 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents), Short and long-term disability, Health Spending Account (HSA), Transportation benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type: This is a hybrid position in Chandler, AZ. Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2025.