VP of Operations Engineering

Tract•Reno, NV

2d•$175,000 - $250,000

About The Position

The VP of Operations Engineering oversees the day-to-day operations of the organization, translating corporate strategy into actionable plans, managing budgets, and ensuring alignment with long-term goals. This role is hands-on, requiring strategic vision, operational execution, and engineering skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, Telecommunications, Engineering or related degree.
10+ years of progressive leadership in telecom/broadband, OSP engineering, and fiber construction.
In lieu of degree, 15+ years of progressive leadership in telecom/broadband, OSP engineering and fiber construction.
5+ years vendor management experience
5+ years managing budgets of (25MM-100MM)
5+ years building and managing teams of 5-10
Expertise in fiber optic networks, splicing, testing, and construction standards
Proficiency with project management software and GIS systems
Strong leadership, analytical & problem solving abilities to make critical decisions with little input from others
Self-motivated, low-ego leader with high emotional intelligence, transparency, and respect for teams and partners

Nice To Haves

Start-up experience
Experience with 3 GIS and/or ESRI

Responsibilities

Partner with executives to cascade corporate goals and develop operational strategies that support business objectives
Optimize CAPEX and OPEX budgets, manage operational policies, and allocate resources effectively
Mentor and lead a high-performing operations/engineering teams, fostering accountability, leadership succession planning, and a culture of continuous improvement
Oversee the tactical health of the physical OSP network topology, prioritizing installations, preventative maintenance, and rapid network repair
Guide teams using project management tools to deliver milestones safely, on time, and within budget
Enforce rigorous health, safety, and 811 regulations, embedding a proactive safety culture and tracking QA workflows and KPIs
Manage relationships with vendors, partners, and municipal authorities, securing rights-of-way and permits
Implement operational/engineering best practices to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve service delivery
Develop and implement business development strategies, plans, and processes to achieve growth targets, expand market share, and increase revenue
Develop detailed OSP network designs, including fiber routes, conduit systems, pole attachments, handholes, cabinets, and other supporting infrastructure
Perform site surveys and field validation to ensure design accuracy and identify potential challenges
Utilize design software such as GIS and CAD to prepare construction drawings, splicing schematics, and as-built documentation
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as industry standards