Project Manager, Fiber Engineering & Construction

Brightspeed • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

Brightspeed is searching for a Project Manager, Engineering & Construction to join our team! The Project Manager, Fiber Engineering & Construction is responsible for leading and coordinating the planning, execution, and completion of complex fiber network projects across Homeowner Associations (HOAs) and Multi-Dwelling Units (MDUs). This role ensures projects meet design, permitting, budget, and schedule requirements while maintaining compliance and operational excellence. As a key member of the Engineering & Construction team, the Project Manager drives collaboration across cross-functional teams, manages vendor performance, and delivers high-quality, scalable fiber infrastructure solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in telecommunications, with a focus on project management, fiber construction, and network engineering
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP or equivalent)
• Experience managing vendors and administering contracts within telecom or infrastructure industries
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Confluence, JIRA)
• Working knowledge of telecom network design systems (IQGeo, GIS, SmallWorld)
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Power Apps)
• Understanding of financial and procurement systems (Ariba, SAP, Accounts Payable)
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (especially PowerPoint and Excel) and Adobe tools
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and build cross-functional relationships

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Business, or related discipline
• Familiarity with telecom industry systems such as Fireworks, BidMaster, LeaseNet, Costar, JDS, WFMT, NDS, CLM, APO, FT3, ARMOR, and MARTENS
• Experience with regulatory subsidy compliance and telecommunications permitting

Responsibilities

• Leading project management efforts for the Engineering & Construction organization, overseeing cross-functional teams to achieve project goals
• Developing and monitoring engineering and construction build plans for various network types and project scopes
• Tracking project milestones and deliverables across internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely completion
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and permitting requirements
• Managing project budgets and schedules to achieve network readiness targets
• Identifying and removing build roadblocks through collaboration with internal teams, vendors, and government agencies
• Administering vendor contracts, tracking invoices, and ensuring adherence to contractual obligations
• Coordinating internal and vendor work schedules to maintain project timelines and deliverables
• Performing data analysis and developing actionable insights to improve operational efficiency using tools such as Power BI and Power Apps
• Defining, documenting, and optimizing Engineering & Construction processes to support standardization and scalability
• Collaborating with leadership to design and implement future-state processes aligned with program objectives
• Analyzing and interpreting Geographic Information System (GIS) and IQGeo data to support design and build validation
• Creating and delivering training materials, methods and procedures (M&Ps), and communications to support team development and process adoption
• Performing other duties as assigned

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health.
• Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees