JDH - Fiber Project Manager

NORTHERN LIGHTS & JDH CONTRACTING•Plainfield, IN

About The Position

As a Project Manager in the Fiber Division, you will oversee the planning, execution, tracking, and closure of assigned projects. The role involves proactively monitoring projects’ financial and physical progress and delivering them according to defined objectives and timelines. You will serve as the primary liaison between clients and internal teams, supporting clear communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle. The Project Manager develops project scopes, plans, schedules, staffing, and resource allocations; coordinates with Construction Managers and external vendors; leads project implementation and quality assurance; and manages budgets, risks, cash flow, and change orders. The role also includes evaluating project outcomes, developing client relationships, occasional travel, and responding to emergency callouts as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Field experience in aerial, underground, and/or splicing disciplines.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documents related to OSP facilities.
Strong understanding of OSP construction processes, materials, pricing, and project management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Familiarity with using smartphones for field communications.
Strong organizational skills, decision-making ability, problem-solving creativity, multitasking capability, and adaptability.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a focus on fostering teamwork.
Some travel required.
Availability for on-call duties and emergency callouts as needed.

Responsibilities

Attend pre-bid meetings with the Estimator, gather requirements, and refine project scope with senior management and clients.
Create comprehensive work plans and establish project schedules that optimize labor, materials, equipment, and permits.
Review and revise schedules with stakeholders and define project success metrics, including hours, costs, revenues, and timelines.
Coordinate resources with Construction Managers and prepare the final job folder, including required forms, work orders, and supporting documents.
Transition projects to the implementation phase by meeting with the Construction Manager.
Select and manage project staff and engage external contractors, vendors, and suppliers as needed.
Lead and support the project team, implement project plans, monitor progress, and adjust execution to meet project goals.
Maintain project records and regular communication with clients and internal stakeholders.
Review work quality and manage close-out activities, including splicing, site clean-up, and as-built drawings.
Manage project resources within budget, control costs, optimize margins, identify risks and opportunities, monitor expenditures and cash flow, and maintain financial records.
Manage change orders and ensure scope changes are documented and communicated.
Ensure deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and to required quality standards; lead post-project evaluations.
Develop strategic client relationships, maintain customer satisfaction, understand client needs, and develop tailored business solutions.
Be available for on-call duties and coordinate responses to emergency callouts.
Undertake special projects or other duties as assigned.