Director of Operations, OSP Management

Vero Networks•Denver, CO

17d•$125,000 - $140,000•Remote

About The Position

This position is responsible for overall project management (schedule and budget) for multiple large construction projects across multiple states. Candidates should have hands-on experience building out dense (250+ node) metro networks and/or long haul (>100 mile) fiber networks including management of complex federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Includes management and hiring of OSP project managers, construction managers and inspectors. Also includes direct oversight of environmental, OSP engineering/construction firms, project reporting (internally and to customers) and rapid resolution of project roadblocks.

Requirements

10+ years’ experience in project management
Highly developed written and verbal communications skills for detailed customer interactions and executive reporting
Thorough understanding of utility engineering, permitting and construction process
Ability to develop detailed project schedules and manage work activities to ensure timely completion
Development, management, and demonstrated command and control of large capital budgets
Strong planning skills, including ability to anticipate and mitigate project risks
Thorough understanding of fiber network cost structure and ability to identify and achieve costs savings
Understanding of fiber engineering and documentation standards and principles
Strong background in Google Suite (Sheets, etc.), Google Maps, Google Earth

Nice To Haves

BS degree preferred
GIS mapping and data manipulation experience preferred

Responsibilities

Recruiting, oversight and management of outside plant project managers, construction managers, inspectors and project coordinators.
Identification, bid management & negotiation with environmental, OSP engineering, and OSP construction firms.
Tactical large project management, including establishing project schedules, running regular project calls and performing support project functions as needed.
Providing build cost estimates or validations for sales team.
Managing service delivery functions, including providing regular customer updates (written and/or oral), coordinating site access, and close out package preparation.
Documenting splicing requirements and maintaining fiber engineering documentation.
Ensuring the maintenance of up-to-date network maps in Vero’s proprietary geospatial project management platform, including in-flight design changes and final as-built routes.