FTTx Telecom Project Manager

Olsson is an engineering and design firm that provides telecommunications services including outside plant design, FTTx design, GIS asset management, fiber mapping, and permit coordination. The Project Manager will lead multiple telecommunications projects from initiation through completion, coordinating teams, stakeholders, and vendors while managing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple telecom projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and senior management
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets, and effectively manage resources to ensure project success
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, sales, and customer service, to ensure seamless project execution and delivery
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues, and develop contingency plans as needed to ensure project objectives are met
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular updates to stakeholders and senior management
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project management processes and methodologies
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, promoting open communication, knowledge sharing, and professional development
• Serve as a subject matter expert on telecom industry trends, technologies, and best practices, and provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members

Requirements:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• In lieu of bachelor's degree, an associate degree with equivalent experience is required
• Minimum 6 years of experience in project management, with a focus on telecommunications or related industries
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex telecom projects from initiation to completion
• In-depth knowledge of telecommunications technologies, including network infrastructure, i.e. FTTx, Long-Haul, B2B; wireless communications, and data services
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams to achieve project goals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering innovative solutions to overcome challenges
• Experience with project management tools and software, such as Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana
• Bachelor's degree in technical field such as engineering, sciences, construction planning, or related area preferred
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials preferred