In search of an experienced telecommunications Network Operations Lead – PM – Engineering and Planning for a direct hire opportunity in Albuquerque, NM with an exciting, fast-growing company in the telecommunications industry. This person must sit in market or be willing and able to relocate at their own expense.
JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Network Operations Lead - PM, Engineering and Planning is responsible for the Design reviews of a specified FTTH program and for ensuring end-to-end efficiency toward entire FTTH project. The Network Operations Lead is expected to lead the local team and general contractor and will oversee engineering quality, including GC fielding, quality engineer designs for quality & accuracy from Engineering into Construction.
They will also work with the GC on CAD Drawing for permitting and Right Of Way application, review pole calculation and pole attachment requirements to the facility owners, quality review related Bill Of Materials, billing milestones and follow through projects to closeout to assure accurate billing.
The Network Operations Lead will oversee the quality Eng design reviews, validate underground and aerial drawings, validate splice plans, and provide support to Engineering and Planning support to GC construction team members for the Albuquerque market.
For Engineering and Design project requirements, this individual will communicate and work daily with the GC design teams, and partner with GC with all aspects of project design through construction. Will be responsible to process billing milestones for payment to GC through the individual project(s).
Ability to manage tight deadlines, manage multiple workflows through various stages of the project life cycle, maintain accurate records, and provide progress reports are important elements to be successful in this position. Ability to lead Eng teams and partner with external and internal peers and partners to drive results on time and on budget.
In addition, this role is responsible to support business improvement by meeting personal and departmental goals and objectives timely and effectively.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Other duties may be assigned. Required understanding and ability to quality review the work below, including leading, coaching and mentoring individuals responsible for the work below.
- Review Engineering design and planning for accuracy prior to construction.
- Experience with Engineering and application review for poles attachments, underground and aerial design with in specifications, and processing billing.
- Ability to review design fiber route and validate splicing prints and work orders for accuracy.
- Assist in the planning, analysis, design and engineering of outside plant fiber network structures and facilities.
- Establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships and drive projects to completion.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3-5 years of in-depth knowledge and experience with OSP Engineering, including underground and aerial design and placement, development of fiber splice plans, OSP materials sourcing, NESC rules and regulations applicable to communications networks is required.
- Experience leading team(s) is strongly preferred
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
- Experience with QGIS, IQGEO, AUTOCAD is preferred.
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks
- Must be resourceful, flexible and maintain the ability to react and respond quickly with a focus on accuracy and details.
- Displays initiative and strong sense of personal motivation as well as responsibility.
- Knowledge of the principles, methods, processes, and applicable regulations.
- Knowledge of working with government agencies, jurisdictions, and right of ways
- Experience with permit applications/documents.
- Knowledge of relevant technology and equipment. Must have good judgment, decision-making ability, and attention to detail.
Pay Range: $90k + Bonus depending on experience. The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision as well as 401K contributions.
