Network Construction Manager - Atlanta - Powers Ferry

Zayo Group•Atlanta, GA

9d•$77,100 - $118,600•Remote

About The Position

Zayo is seeking a Network Construction Manager to provide end-to-end customer support and manage the planning and implementation of fiber connectivity solutions. The role manages customer orders and service requests, coordinates installations, and serves as the post-sale single point of contact for customers. It provides direction and project ownership by leading project and order implementation, execution, and communication. The manager oversees outside plant (OSP) projects through pre-construction, construction, and closeout, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality and safety standards. The position manages construction vendors, permitting, procurement, budgets, project documentation, customer and jurisdictional relationships, and internal project tracking. The team is open to remote work near the Atlanta Metro, with occasional work in the Powers Ferry Office. Some local travel, up to 40%, is required.

Requirements

At least seven years of telecommunications industry experience involving outside plant, fiber optics, telecommunications architectures, optical transport equipment, and project management.
At least four years of familiarity with all types of outside plant construction and experience managing large capital projects.
Working knowledge of structured cabling, routing, switching, and IP protocols.
Familiarity with email, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Google Earth.
Ability to manage multiple aggressive RFP and design-construction schedules and responses.
Ability to understand and read construction documents.
Familiarity with all facets of OSP management, including quoting, construction, and delivery.
Proven negotiation skills.
Business-minded approach and ability to maintain a commercial focus.
Valid driver's license and ability to drive to assigned projects as required.
Ability and willingness to perform on-call duty when assigned.
Willingness to travel locally, up to 40%.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage pre-construction and construction phases of OSP projects, delivering on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality and safety standards.
Manage preconstruction work, construction activities, and closeout for relocation projects.
Manage construction vendors daily to expedite construction and splicing of OSP facilities.
Manage relationships with jurisdictions and right-of-way contacts, including cities, counties, and railroads; work with the underlying rights group on encroachment permits, franchise agreements, and building access agreements.
Oversee timely permit submissions and the on-time performance of engineering and construction vendors.
Assist in planning and implementing fiber connectivity programs and projects in accordance with approved plans, budgets, and schedules.
Provide specialized telecommunications technical expertise.
Coordinate and facilitate internal and external resources to support timely project completion.
Create and track project budgets in coordination with Network Operations.
Interface directly with customers, subcontractors, jurisdictional authorities, and interoffice personnel; support customer meetings, including in-person meetings and travel to clients or construction sites.
Oversee procurement of equipment and materials for assigned projects.
Execute the bid process, including budgetary requirements and tracking.
Verify and update project documentation.
Track project progress and budgets in Salesforce and a manual tracker in a timely manner.
Update budget requests, purchase orders, project closeout, and internal service orders in Salesforce in a timely manner.
Drive to assigned projects as required and conduct on-site surveys and field meetings to support on-time, on-budget delivery.
Meet occasionally with municipalities and vendors to review project scope and maintain positive communication.
Perform on-call duty when assigned, as business needs dictate.