OSP Controls, Project Management Launch Specialist

Zayo Group • IN

97d • $53,300 - $82,000

About The Position

Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world’s most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo’s 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo’s communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises. The OSP Controls & Governance team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Management Launch Specialist to oversee the critical setup of new projects. This role ensures that every project begins with accurate data, complete documentation, and the correct system relationships, enabling project management teams to focus on efficient and effective delivery. You will play a central role at the start of the project lifecycle, serving as the guardian of data integrity and process compliance. By ensuring projects are launched correctly, you will directly influence the reliability, scalability, and success of OSP initiatives. This position requires someone who can thrive in a structured yet fast-paced environment, balancing precision with flexibility. Our Project Management Launch Specialist provides the foundation for successful project execution. By ensuring that projects are set up correctly from the start, you will reduce risk, prevent costly rework, and enable project managers to focus on delivery. This role is vital in strengthening governance, improving efficiency, and enhancing the overall reliability of project management across OSP. This position is designed for professionals who want to build expertise in project governance, data management, and operational excellence. It offers the opportunity to gain broad exposure to OSP project lifecycles while making a measurable impact on how projects are initiated and delivered. NOTE: We are open to this position working remotely within the United States.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage large volumes of data with accuracy.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to spot inconsistencies and proactively address gaps.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
• Proficiency with productivity tools such as Excel, Google Sheets, and project management systems.
• Experience operating in Salesforce or Sitetracker is a plus.
• Experience with project coordination, governance, or data management strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, etc.) and Google Suite products.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the project setup process, ensuring that all required fields, documentation, and relationships are completed prior to handoff to project execution teams.
• Act as the first line of governance for new projects, validating inputs and ensuring compliance with established standards and policies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather, confirm, and resolve any missing or incomplete project information.
• Maintain data accuracy and consistency across multiple project management platforms and reporting tools.
• Proactively identify trends in project setup issues, recommend improvements, and contribute to the continuous refinement of launch workflows.
• Prepare and deliver reporting on setup accuracy and compliance metrics, highlighting risks and areas for improvement.
• Serve as a subject matter resource for project teams, answering questions and providing guidance on launch requirements.

Benefits

• Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
• Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees