Network Implementation Program Manager- Fort Myers, FL

Forged Fiber 37•Ft Myers, FL

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Role We are seeking an experienced Network Implementation Program Manager to lead and manage end‑to‑end implementation of large-scale telecommunications projects. This role is responsible for ensuring the execution, accuracy, quality, and timely delivery of network deployment programs while working cross‑functionally with engineering, construction, vendors, and external partners. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail‑driven, organized, and proactive in identifying risks, resolving issues, and driving operational excellence across all phases of implementation.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in telecommunications, network deployment, or related technical program management.
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and experience or 2-3 years with a Master's Degree.
Strong understanding of wireless or wireline network design, engineering, and construction lifecycles.
Proven success managing cross-functional implementation programs in fast-paced environments.
Experience with milestone management, forecasting, vendor oversight, and project quality control.
Exceptional organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
Ability to synthesize complex information and drive clear action plans.
Proficient with project management tools, data dashboards, and reporting systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience with large carriers, fiber deployments, wireless networks, or infrastructure providers.
Knowledge of engineering SLAs, construction processes, and network activation workflows.
Advanced Excel/Sheets, data visualization tools, or project tracking software.
Strong vendor management and contract oversight experience.

Responsibilities

Manage Major and Minor project milestones, ensuring real-time status accuracy, timely updates, and clear reporting.
Track progress across multiple concurrent projects with a focus on 0–180-day forecasting and scheduling alignment.
Drive project closeouts, validating deliverables and ensuring documentation completeness.
Identify implementation risks in real time and assign ownership to appropriate teams.
Develop mitigation plans and track actions to ensure timely resolution.
Surface cross-functional gaps and escalate blockers with supporting data and analysis.
Ensure all deliverables meet engineering, construction, and operational quality standards.
Track and monitor project quality metrics, vendor performance, and SLA compliance.
Validate accuracy and completeness of data submitted by vendors and internal/external partners.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date data across all systems and reporting tools.
Forecast resource needs, timelines, and project outcomes for 0–180 days.
Develop clear, concise reporting for leadership and stakeholders.
Identify process gaps and drive implementation of improvements across engineering, construction, and deployment.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows, handoffs, and SLAs.
Adopt and promote continuous learning of engineering and construction processes, tools, SLAs, and handoff requirements.