Project Manager, Fiber Operations

Organization: Mercury Broadband is a leading provider of high-speed Internet and digital phone service. The Company was founded in Topeka, KS, after recognizing a need for Broadband Internet access in rural America. A hybrid approach to serving these "last-mile" customers was developed by extending high-capacity fiberoptic networks with the range, reliability, and flexibility of carrier-class wireless technologies. Today Mercury Broadband's rapidly expanding network is headquartered in Kansas City and provides Internet access to communities throughout five states across the Midwest.

Position Summary: The Project Manager (PM), Fiber Operations position at Mercury Broadband assists in the planning, implementing, and executing of FTTx OSP construction projects. This role will initially report to the Chief Operating Officer and will focus on accelerating productivity with the Company's fiber operations by working with FTTx OSP design, construction, and local jurisdiction and permitting teams to meet project timelines. The PM role is to act as the single point of contact for all FTTx OSP construction project requirements and deliverables in all markets. The PM's role involves working with low level engineering designs, construction drawings, notes, and various other build requirements. In addition, PMs ensure the accuracy of materials, labor, and overall costs to ensure Mercury Broadband's Gross Margins and Direct Project Costs (DPCs) are met.

Location: Mt. Vernon, OH
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive Pay
Benefits: Health, Vision, Basic Dental & Life Insurance, STD, LTD, 401k, Paid Time Off, Paid Training

Key Responsibilities:

Support FTTx OSP design teams by coordinating on low level fiber optic construction plans and permitting requirements
Review fiber design BOMs and validate preliminary cost estimates
Develop project plans to meet construction timelines and support subscriber connectivity needs
Initialize materials procurement for projects and coordinate material delivery schedules to support the needs of each market
Utilize the Company's construction planning and implementation software to lead teams consisting of internal and external resources including Construction Managers and/or Supervisors, Engineers, and others
Communicate with local governing authorities to coordinate permitting, identify plant conflicts, and attend utility coordination meetings as required
Prepare reports on construction project progress and prepare velocity projections to estimate project completion
Work closely with Senior Leadership and other members of the Mercury team to schedule, update, and identify roadblocks and find efficiencies in the operations of our fiber deployment programs
Attend project or interdepartmental meetings as required
Travel to other markets as needed; air travel will be required

Skills and Requirements:

Understanding of fiber construction plans
Ability to leverage geospatial tools such as Google Earth and QGIS
Proven leadership skills
Cost and risk management skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
Interpersonal skills
Ability to make important decisions under pressure
Problem-solving skills
Ability to delegate effectively
A strong communicator and a great listener, enabling you to interact effectively with other PM's, clients, landlord and vendors.
Being a team player in the truest sense, with an ability to work with partners across different time zones
A work ethic to drive projects and tasks to finish on time, overcoming any obstacles along the way
The expertise to solve problems, drawing on your experience and using existing resources
Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
Experience using Construction Management Software such as Site Tracker or Vitruvi.
A desire to take the initiative, seizing opportunities when you see them

Experience Requirements:

4+ years telecom fiber construction experience, preferably FTTH
High level understanding of equipment, methodology, processes, and terminology as it relates to telecom construction requirements.
2+ years hands-on experience with managing large application projects
Experience working with local governing authorities to support permitting needs
Experience with fiber construction safety requirements

Mercury Broadband is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Mercury is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.

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Project Manager, Fiber Operations - Mt. Vernon, OH