Project Manager

Douglas Fast Net•Roseburg, OR

1d•$80,600 - $94,744

About The Position

Douglas Fast Net (DFN) is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to lead complex projects and ensure the successful delivery of fiber network initiatives. This role is responsible for the full lifecycle delivery of OSP fiber infrastructure deployment projects, from planning through construction and closeout. The Project Manager will own the scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk for all assigned projects, while leading support and cross-functional teams. This leadership position requires a deep technical understanding of telecom infrastructure and strong business acumen.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
2-5 years of experience in project management.
Familiarity with fiber optic network terminology and OSP construction processes, preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) and project management platforms such as Smartsheet, MS Project, or similar.
Attention to detail in documentation preparation, data entry, and record keeping.
Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously and meet details in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to learn new software and applications specific to the industry and position.
Positive attitude and strong work ethic as this is a high productivity position with a large degree of autonomy.
Problem-solving skills.
Clean driving record and valid Oregon driver’s license.
Self-motivated, ability to work independently or in a team.
Professional appearance and customer service oriented.
Ability to exercise good judgment, courtesy, patience, and tact in public contact and problem resolution.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Able to meet physical demands with reasonable accommodations if necessary.

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelors degree in Construction Management or Business Administration, Telecommunications, or related field, preferred.
Professional certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders, engineering, and operational leadership.
Develop project plans, procurement strategies, and risk mitigation plans.
Build and maintain master project schedules, establishing critical paths, key milestones, and dependencies across all workstreams.
Lead kick-off meetings, align on scope expectations, and establish communication protocols.
Own project budgets from award to closeout, maintaining accurate reporting throughout the project lifecycle and identifying, evaluating, and processing scope changes.
Direct field construction activities, managing contractor performance, and holding teams accountable for quality, schedule adherence, and safety compliance.
Develop and implement risk mitigation and contingency plans, escalating critical risks to leadership with recommended courses of action.
Serve as the primary representative for all assigned projects, maintaining strong trust-based relationships with vendors, customers, and leadership.
Present project performance reports to executive leadership and lead regular project status meetings with stakeholders.
Lead and mentor Project Coordinators, construction, and engineering staff assigned to projects, providing clear direction, feedback, and professional development support.
Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and contribute to the continuous improvement of PMO processes and standards.
Establish and enforce quality standards for all project deliverables, coordinating inspections and acceptance testing.

Benefits

200% 401(k) match (up to 9%)
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision for employees, with affordable dependent coverage
Free 1 Gig high-speed fiber internet (if you live in our service area)
Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays, including two days off for your birthday

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