Telecommunications Special Construction Project Manager

At VEBT, employees are our No. 1 investment. We are looking for a high functioning, detail-oriented professional who can juggle various tasks with accuracy and is interested in molding their career with an award-winning, growing company.

Job Description:

• Manages telecommunications special construction projects resulting from customer requests for quote (RFPs) or telecommunication access solution orders that result in non-recurring construction scope and/or cost 
• Builds and maintains relationships with carrier POCs responsible for implementing construction projects 
• Maintains all electronic data and critical project documentation and as-builts Creates and provides metrics/performance data and for use in program management reviews 
• Schedules project kickoff meeting with all parties responsible for implementation 
• Provides daily support to implementation team and ensures vendors are communicating effectively with all internal and external stakeholders
• Proven working experience in civil construction management 
• Advanced knowledge of civil construction management processes, means and methods 
• Expert knowledge of civil telecommunications specific products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards

Technical Skills:

• Understanding of Telecommunications Carrier LEC/CLEC & IXC connectivity and infrastructure o Knowledge of telecommunications carrier ordering systems and processes o Knowledge of Transport/Access equipment installation, test & turnup including new installs, additions, removals, provisioning and turnup of systems o Knowledge of Telecommunications support systems (E.g. Access Cabling infrastructure, DC Power plants/Battery systems, etc.) including installation, test & turnup, additions, replacements and removals o Knowledge of civil engineering projects including public right of way permitting Other Skills/Abilities:
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to plan and see the big picture\
• Competent in conflict and crisis management 
• Leadership and human resources management skills 
• Excellent time and project management skills 
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written 
• Competent soft or people management skills 
• General budget or cost management 
• Ability to influence without having direct or indirect organizational control
• Proficient computer and software utilization skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, Power Point, etc.)

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering, Civil, Telecommunications Engineering Technology or Information Systems with Network Focus preferred Minimum of 10 years of telecommunications engineering design experience, knowledge of carrier ordering systems and processes with three to five years project management and/or people management experience preferred