Director Program Management

VERITA TELECOMMUNICATIONS•Plymouth Charter Township, MI

16h

About The Position

As a Director, Program Management, you will lead and oversee the end-to-end execution of fiber optic network construction projects. This role ensures all activities align with scope, budget, and schedule while driving successful delivery of infrastructure projects in the field. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage key stakeholders, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of telecommunications construction prints and scopes of work
Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in telecommunications or related industries
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Management, or equivalent experience
Proven ability to make data-driven decisions using KPIs to improve operational performance
Expertise in project planning, execution, and resource optimization
Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills
Experience managing: Work-in-progress (WIP) tracking, Backlog oversight, Risk mitigation strategies
Ability to identify operational bottlenecks and implement process improvements
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and investment analysis
Knowledge of pricing strategies, contract compliance, and financial structuring
Experience in financial reporting and delivering actionable business insights
Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement and leading cross-functional teams
Strategic mindset with experience scaling operations and adapting to market changes
Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
Willingness to travel up to 25%
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

Lead and manage multiple large-scale projects, including underground and aerial fiber builds, ensuring timely, on-budget, and quality delivery
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders—including construction, engineering, procurement, and regulatory bodies—to ensure seamless execution across all phases of OSP deployment
Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, scheduling, budgeting, and forecasting
Oversee project budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting and alignment with financial targets for capital expenditures, labor, and materials
Maintain full ownership of project lifecycle execution, including: Design, Construction management, Zoning and permitting, Licensing, System acceptance, NOC integration, Project closeout
Monitor construction quality to ensure compliance with design specifications, contractual obligations, and industry standards
Negotiate and manage change orders for out-of-scope work
Provide detailed daily and weekly reporting on project status, milestones, resource usage, and field progress to stakeholders
Conduct field visits as needed to oversee construction activities, resolve issues, and ensure adherence to plans and safety standards
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment of scope, schedule, and budget
Review OSP designs for accuracy and compliance; provide feedback to ensure constructability and project feasibility
Support business development efforts, including project sales calls, kickoff meetings, and vendor selection
Serve as the primary point of contact for project communications, reporting progress, risks, and resolutions to leadership
Identify and mitigate risks related to OSP deployments, including permitting challenges, delays, and regulatory constraints
Ensure proper documentation and compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations
Perform additional duties as needed to support successful project delivery