Network Manager

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Kansas City, MO

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Network Manager leads the design, implementation, and ongoing operational support of the organization’s network infrastructure. This role oversees a team of network analysts, engineers, and architects, ensuring high levels of redundancy, availability, performance, and security across LAN, WAN, wireless, and cloud‑connected environments. The Network Manager partners closely with IT leadership, security teams, and business stakeholders to align network strategy with enterprise objectives. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

Requirements

Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
Communication skills, verbal and written - Advanced
Proficiency in MS Office - Intermediate
Demonstrated knowledge of networking and telecommunications
Knowledge of core networking services, including TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP
Strong organizational skills
Ability to build relationships with teams members that transcend a project
Ability to deliver quality, through attention to detail
Ability to work in a team and independently
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (Required)
In lieu of the above requirement, equivalent relevant experience will be considered
8+ years of experience in network engineering or operations (Required)

Nice To Haves

Experience with Cisco Switching and Wireless, Fortinet firewalls, SolarWinds, Dynatrace, Cisco catalyst center(Preferred)
Understanding of routing and switching fundamentals (Preferred)
0-2 years of experience in a leadership or management role (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Oversees the design, deployment, support and ongoing maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure
Establishes and maintains network monitoring procedures and methods. Ensures procedures are followed in a consistent manner and variances are captured
Ensures network availability, performance, and compliance with security and operational standards
Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for high-impact incidents
Collaborates with network engineering team to ensure operational support of ongoing initatives
Manages incident responce, collaboration with other information technology functions, root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborates with architects and senior leadership on network strategy, modernization and roadmap planning
Ensures network documentation and processes are updated and implemented effectively
Develops, manages and oversees key financial components (e.g., financial plans, budgets, forecasts) for assigned scope of responsibility to minimize risk and variance, and to maximize
Mentor and provide technical guidance to Network Engineer team members
Evaluate and recommend network technologies, tools, and platforms
Support security, compliance, and business continuity initiatives
Provides feedback and coaching to support individual employee performance, learning and career development
Removes obstacles and solves problems and addresses escalated issues from team members to optimize team performance and productivity