Program Manager - AWTi Assembly & Installation

KGP Telecommunications, LLC•Northlake, TX

10d

About The Position

The Program Manager – Telecom Assembly & Installation leads and executes large-scale, multi-phase programs involving the integration and deployment of mechanical and electromechanical telecommunications infrastructure, including racks, cabinets, radios, antennas, alarms, and structured cabling systems. The role applies technical knowledge of telecom systems and field deployment to align Engineering, Operations, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain teams. It ensures deliverables meet technical specifications, stay on schedule, and support customer and business objectives. The Program Manager is accountable for end-to-end program planning, coordination, and execution across teams and workstreams. The position coordinates shop-floor work and field installation schedules, manages materials and labor utilization, monitors program health through KPIs and reporting, identifies and escalates risks, and communicates status to leadership, customers, and internal stakeholders. It also supports technical training and continuous improvement, and ensures builds meet internal quality requirements and telecom-grade installation standards. The position may require shift work. The role requires the ability to lift 50 pounds. Circet USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer; qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of technical program management experience, preferably in telecom infrastructure, network deployment, or complex electromechanical systems.
Detailed knowledge of wireless or wireline service-provider infrastructure deployments and installations.
Strong working knowledge of telecom rack and cabinet integration, structured cabling (AC/DC, fiber, coax, and Ethernet), RF systems, and installation standards.
Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical build specifications.
Familiarity with telecom industry protocols such as NEBS and GR-1089, site-readiness assessments, and outage planning.
Hands-on understanding of assembly processes, field installation workflows, and change-control procedures.
Proficiency with project and program management tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or Smartsheet, and ERP/MRP systems.
Demonstrated success managing high-velocity, high-precision technical programs with multiple dependencies and stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical complexity into actionable program milestones.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to learn and understand basic electromechanical processes.
Ability to learn, read, and understand technical drawings, schematics, and documentation, including electrical color codes.
Ability to comply with applicable occupational safety regulations and company safety practices.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical discipline preferred.
PMP or PgMP certification is a plus.
Familiarity with Telecom Industry Outage protocols is desired.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of complex telecom assembly and installation programs across multiple teams and workstreams.
Coordinate communication between Engineering, QA/QC, Project Managers, and Field Operations to align engineering documentation with production execution.
Review technical specifications, drawings, and build documentation for compliance with customer requirements and engineering standards, including proper electrical, RF, grounding, and cabling practices.
Coordinate shop-floor execution and field installation schedules; support build sequencing and capacity planning to meet delivery timelines.
Work with Supply Chain and Operations to ensure timely material availability, identify shortages, and support bill-of-material accuracy for complex assemblies.
Oversee time charging and labor utilization, and optimize resources to keep programs within labor budgets.
Identify risks, escalate issues, and ensure compliance with internal EHS policies and external OSHA regulations.
Define KPIs, track program health through dashboards and weekly reports, and drive continuous improvement using metrics and post-mortem reviews.
Support team upskilling through technical training and cross-training.
Provide program status updates, critical-path reviews, and risk reports to senior leadership, customers, and internal stakeholders.
Ensure builds pass internal QA and meet telecom-grade installation standards, including grounding, labeling, and cable management practices.
Adhere to and promote compliance with federal and local occupational safety and health regulations, industry consensus standards, and Circet USA’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual.
Participate in job-site safety and hazard analysis, and report damage and safety violations.
Understand, follow, and enforce KGPCo safety practices.
Implement quality-control processes and procedures.