Assistant Project Manager

ByVerTek LLC•Boca Raton, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

ByVerTek is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to lead complex fiber optic network projects from initiation through completion. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering projects that meet scope, schedule, and quality expectations while collaborating closely with internal teams, subcontractors, and external stakeholders. The Assistant Manager plays a critical role in driving operational excellence by providing leadership, oversight, and strategic direction across multiple high-impact projects. This position is 100% on-site in Boca Raton, FL.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required
Over 5 years of Project Management experience in a PMO setting
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required
Strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
Proficient in project management practices and methodologies
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel, with the ability to perform data analysis
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate project needs to diverse audiences
Strong relationship-building skills, enabling effective collaboration across teams and with external partners
Self-motivated, adaptable, and experienced in fast-paced work environments
Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities to guide and develop team members

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated proficiency with construction scheduling software is preferred
Proficiency with construction management software highly preferred. SiteTracker and Smartsheet experience is also beneficial
Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects within the sector
Preference will be given to candidates with Project Coordination/Project Management experience from the following industries: Fiber/Aerial Construction, Telecom, Wireless, Construction

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and oversee the execution of highly complex fiber optic projects for internal and external clients, ensuring successful delivery throughout the project lifecycle.
Take full ownership of project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring deadlines are consistently met.
Provide training and guidance to our construction and PMO teams and to liaise with subcontractors, clients and other contacts as required.
Review and analyze project plans, schedules, and progress, providing timely updates to stakeholders, including executive-level reporting.
Manage resource allocation and ensure project teams are effectively staffed to meet objectives.
Facilitate and lead project meetings, creating detailed minutes, tracking action items, and ensuring they are integrated into the project schedule for timely completion.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, escalating issues as necessary to maintain project integrity.
Define program objectives, track progress against key metrics, and manage schedule changes using established change control processes.
Provide actionable recommendations to Field Technicians, Outside Plant Engineers, and customers to address and resolve performance issues.
Read and interpret KMZ files and fiber network maps, including understanding cable specifications, buffer tubes, and color codes.
Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of outside plant (OSP) construction, including permitting, boring, duct placement, cable installation, splicing, and testing.
Partner with other departments to establish and maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), training programs, processes, and policies for complex projects.

Benefits

Paid Vacation and Paid Sick Time
Eleven (11) Company-observed Holidays per year
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Company-paid Short-term disability coverage and Basic Company Paid Life/AD & D insurance
Voluntary Life insurance coverage for employees and their families
Voluntary Long-Term disability coverage
Supplemental benefits plans to assist with out-of-pocket expenses
Flexible Spending accounts
401K
Company Bonus Program