Senior Lead Project Manager
About The Position
About Forged Fiber At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future-proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. As we execute, we believe the right way to do something is the only way. This foundation guides how the company builds, operates, and maintains a state-of-the-art open-access fiber network platform that empowers millions. Forged Fiber is about more than building a network. It is about people. Every role matters. Every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence. The Role The Senior Lead Project Manager is responsible for leading large-scale, cross-functional programs critical to Forged Fiber’s network deployment, transformation, and operational readiness. This role oversees complex project portfolios, ensures alignment across business, IT, and field operations, and drives delivery against aggressive timelines tied to strategic initiatives (e.g., fiber builds, OSS/BSS integration, and market launches).
Requirements
- 10+ years of project/program management experience
- 5+ years in a leadership or lead role managing large programs or PMO functions
- Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives at scale
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience in telecom, fiber deployment, construction, or infrastructure programs
- PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification
- Experience in high-growth or startup environments
- Familiarity with tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, MS Project, or similar
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of large, complex programs (multi-workstream, multi-region)
- Provide governance, reporting, and executive visibility across project portfolios
- Drive cross-functional alignment (Engineering, Construction, IT, Finance, Operations, Vendors)
- Establish and enforce program management standards, tools, and cadence
- Manage timelines, budgets, risks, and dependencies across initiatives
- Serve as escalation point for critical issues and drive resolution
- Support workforce planning, readiness tracking, and launch execution (e.g., market go-live)
- Interface with executive leadership to provide concise updates and decision support
- Mentor and lead project managers and program team members
Benefits
- Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
