Senior Osp Project Manager

 Vero Networks was formed to fill a need in unserved and underserved communities where access to affordable, reliable broadband simply does not exist. Our goal is to bring the highest quality fiber optic-based broadband services to these communities. In addition, Vero strives to enhance communities by becoming an active partner in these communities by adding jobs, supporting local causes, and helping improve the connectivity of schools and rural healthcare as well.

This position is remote and responsible for overall project management (schedule and budget) for multiple large construction projects. Candidates should have hands-on experience building out dense (100+ node) metro networks and/or long haul (>25 mile) fiber networks. Includes direct oversight of OSP engineering/construction firms, project reporting (internally and to customers) and rapid resolution of project roadblocks. Reports to Regional Director of Operations.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include:

• Identification of candidate OSP engineering/construction firms, managing bid/vendor selection process and contract negotiation
• Tactical project management, including managing project schedules, running regular project calls and performing support project functions (such as securing bonds, internal signatures for permits, etc.)
• Providing build cost estimates for sales team
• Performing service delivery functions, including providing regular customer updates (written and/or oral), coordinating site access, and close out package preparation
• Performing site walks with customers and vendors
• Working with local/state/federal permitting agencies to secure timely permit approvals
• Providing direction and coordination of project environmental requirements, tasks, and activities
• Managing environmental engineering vendors and related subcontractors as they secure related permitting 
• Documenting splicing requirements and maintaining fiber engineering documentation
• Specifying and procuring optics components for contractor installation
• Maintaining up-to-date network maps in Vero’s proprietary geospatial project management platform, including in-flight design changes and final as-built routes
• Providing accurate network maps to state 811 agencies and Vero Networks NOC
• Managing network maintenance and relocation projects (including emergency maintenance)

• QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years’ experience in fiber network engineering or project management
• Thorough understanding of utility engineering, permitting and construction process
• Ability to develop detailed project schedules and manage work activities to ensure timely completion
• Strong planning skills, including ability to anticipate and mitigate project risk
• Thorough understanding of fiber network cost structure and ability to identify and achieve costs savings during project execution
• Experience with and understanding of federal and environmental regulatory concepts, statutes, and permitting requirements
• Understanding of fiber engineering and documentation standards and principles
• BS degree preferred

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong communications and vendor management skills
• Strong fiber project management skills 

WHAT WE OFFER

1. PAID Medical Benefits
2. PAID Time Off
3. PAID Holidays
4. PAID Family Medical Leave
5. Salary DOE: $110k-$125k
6. Bonus Potential up to 15%

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