Telecom Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution

Description

We are seeking a highly entrepreneurial and strategic leader to further grow a Telecommunications Cabling Infrastructure design practice focused on complex campus environments-including data centers, healthcare systems, universities, and large industrial facilities. The ideal candidate brings a combination of technical depth, market awareness, and a proven ability to translate client needs into scalable, profitable services.

Key Responsibilities

• Aid in the development and execution of a Telecommunications Cabling Infrastructure practice, including defining service offerings, target markets, and long-term growth strategy.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across key sectors such as data centers, healthcare campuses, higher education, life sciences, and large-scale industrial facilities.

• Build and sustain a robust pipeline of work through both new client acquisition and expansion of existing relationships.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic clients, leading planning, scoping, and execution of Telecommunications Cabling Infrastructure projects.

• Partner with clients to develop master plans, design standards, and scalable infrastructure frameworks across multi-site or campus environments.

• Represent the firm in industry forums, conferences, and client engagements to elevate brand presence and thought leadership.

• Oversee all aspects of delivery, including design coordination, quality, cost control, risk management, and contract administration.

• Recruit, mentor, and develop staff across engineering, design, and project management disciplines.

• Establish scalable processes, tools, and standards to support consistent delivery and growth.

• Manage the financial performance of the Telecommunications Cabling Infrastructure practice, including forecasting, budgeting, and profitability.

• Lead proposal development, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations.

• Implement effective project controls, reporting, and performance tracking systems.

• Champion a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all projects.

• Ensure adherence to company standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

• Proactively identify and manage risks at both project and business levels.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience leading Telecommunications Cabling Infrastructure design initiatives within complex campus environments (e.g., data centers, healthcare, higher education).

• Demonstrated success in building client relationships and growing a book of business.

• Strong understanding of outside plant (OSP) and inside plant (ISP) pathway systems, structured cabling design, and network infrastructure.

• Experience leading design teams and managing large-scale programs.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate both strategically and tactically.

• Strong communication, leadership, and business acumen.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related degree from an accredited program, and 7 years of applicable experience required.

• Prior experience in the Telecommunications Fiber Optic Cabling Infrastructure space, managing projects or executing program management in the industries of data centers, healthcare systems, universities, and/or large industrial.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment, ability to work overtime on short notice.

• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in using Microsoft Office

• Ability to work collaboratively with others (owners, contractors, engineers, designers) in a multi-disciplined project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.

• Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

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Job Project Management

Primary Location US-NC-Raleigh

Other Locations US-VA-Richmond, US-VA-Arlington

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 261450

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D