OSP Project Manager

Highline Internet is committed to bringing the power of the internet to underserved communities across the United States – Our success results from a well-defined strategic vision combined with informed analysis. We empower our communities to thrive, with instant access to opportunities that come from fully participating in today’s digital world. We are looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals that are passionate to provide extraordinary customer service and become part of a supportive team that focuses on caring, positivity, and growing our family. See our website at www.highlinefast.com.

Job Summary:

Supervises the construction and installation of our broadband networks in Michigan. Serves as a liaison between the company’s engineering firm and the company. Reviews and approves engineering design. Drives budget compliance and ensures on time completion.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Apply technical expertise to manage deliverables on Highline projects

· Perform project functions relating to production coordination, planning, organizing, directing, controlling, financial management, and on assigned projects.

· Manage utility design and coordination activities for major and local utility companies.

· Assist in determining schedules, budgets, and staffing for projects.

· Foster, manage, and ultimately deliver completed permitted projects on time and on budget.

· Assist in performing quality control review of designs and projects concerning preliminary engineering reports, layouts, schematics, plans and specifications, and cost estimations.

· Manage contractors assigned to projects to ensure continual momentum and timely completion of their objectives.

· Coordinate and change priorities as appropriate.

· Work with minimal supervision and perform work at an efficient pace.

· Most work is performed on-site in a professional office environment.

· Collaborate with project team as needed and as appropriate.

· Deliver timely updates to management and other appropriate personnel.

· Special projects as assigned.

· Occasional local day travel may be necessary.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication, time management and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of telecommunication construction and engineering practices and principals.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and forms including work orders, staking sheets, and schematics.
• Ability to communicate with customers, employees, and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to make sound business decisions using experience and available information.
• Ability to work within a team environment.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business preferred

· 5 Years of Project Management Experience

· 5 Years of experience in Broadband and Telco Industry

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen (and Random Selections).
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

This position is located in Upper Peninsula area of Michigan.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Michigan: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Project Management: 5 years (Required)
• Telecommunication: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location: One location