Network Project Manager III – 12+ Month Contract – 100% Remote

Verizon Global Tenant • Basking Ridge, NJ

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Network Facilities and Optimization Decom PMO is seeking a Network Project Manager to lead implementation of a comprehensive facility decommissioning process. The role coordinates the strategic consolidation, relocation, and decommissioning of non-directional buildings and associated leases to reduce the company’s footprint and costs. The project manager will create and continuously improve processes, with a focus on improving facility-exit SLAs through project and program management. The position is listed as a 12+ month contract and 100% remote.

Requirements

• A deep understanding of networks at the device, circuit, and transport levels.
• Working knowledge of network and customer circuit hierarchy and design.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to turn complex data into actionable insights.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills to explain complex concepts to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• A bachelor’s degree or four or more years of relevant work experience.
• Six or more years of relevant industry experience, demonstrated through work, military experience, or specialized training.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with source systems such as TIRKS, NAR, Canvas, Smartsheets, and IVAPP.
• Prior experience with circuit, equipment, or office decommissioning and decommissioning modeling.
• Experience with AI tools such as Claude, Gemini, or other automation and efficiency tools.
• Data mining and modeling experience using NAR.
• An advanced degree in Program/Project Management, Leadership, or Telecommunications.
• Experience in legacy transport migration planning.
• Five to seven years of project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of an end-to-end facility decommissioning process.
• Monitor and report on programs.
• Drive process improvements and create seamless execution workflows across cross-functional teams.
• Use analytics to track progress, including optical and TDM circuit utilization, third-party lease evaluations, energy consumption, and relevant network data.
• Build relationships and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders to support MSP adoption.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop long-term plans aligning network and real estate objectives with broader business goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level