OSP Project Manager

Project Manager - OSP Charlotte

Location: Charlotte, NC

Tower Engineering Professionals is seeking a full-time Project Manager in our Charlotte, NC office. As a Project Manager, you will serve as an integral member of our fiber engineering team. Tower Engineering Professionals offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, 401k with company match, and a relaxed, fun environment.

Project Manager Responsibilities:

• Work both in an office and field environment conducting the management of construction activities for aerial & underground fiber optic cable facilities
• Work with vendors and in-house staff to develop estimates and schedules in response to client requests for design build services of outside plant fiber optic networks and supporting projects
• Manage field and office staff to ensure project deliverables are completed on schedule, under budget, and reflect client requirements and best engineering practices.
• Manage and drive quality standards in accordance with project specifications.
• Communicate effectively and daily with design project managers, engineers, drafters and administrative personnel
• Communicate with clients including regular site and office meetings to develop projects for which a quotation has been requested
• Manage in-house fiber engineering team and equipment
• Perform administrative tasks as required
• Compile and post monthly invoicing for assigned projects and be able to report on project performance and profitability
• Manage company health and safety plan and develop processes for the effective protection of the public, company and vendor personnel
• Prepare, review and revise vendor and client contracts associated with construction services.
• Compile construction conflicts from field staff or proposed changes and develop solutions in conjunction with design engineers

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in telecommunication and/or electrical distribution systems, engineering principles, constructability and design standards
• 5+ years of managing field and/or office staff
• Previous experience with GIS, CAD or LiDar is a plus
• Excellent oral/written communication skills, strong organizational skills, high level of integrity, and strong team player.
• Communicate ideas for improving field processes with a positive and constructive attitude, and for developing this attitude in others
• Keeps executive leadership informed about project status and issues regarding constructability and progress as well as issues that could affect client relations.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Structural Engineering, or equivalent experience in utility construction is preferred.
• Based on the applicant's experience, education and skill level, there are potential growth opportunities to advance into a senior project manager role
• Individual must be available to mobilize when scheduled and must possess a valid driver's license and have a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) dating back 5 years.
• Ability to work in adverse settings and climatic conditions
• Skilled at managing assigned tasks with little supervision
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to stand, bend, squat, walk, move, lift, carry... equipment (>20lb) for the duration of the work day

*Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Veterans/Disabilities*

Pay Range: $60,000 - $80,000 per year