Network Infrastructure Technical Program Manager

Job DescriptionJob Description JOB TITLE: Network Infrastructure Technical Program Manager LOCATION: Austin, TX DURATION: 6 Month Contract to Hire RATE RANGE: $60-70/hour MUST HAVES: Managing telecom and network infrastructure construction projects from start to finish in large manufacturing or industrial environments Project scheduling and cost control, including critical path, baselines, variance tracking and budgets (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet or Primavera) Project buy-out and contract management, including bid packages, RFPs, Scopes of Work, contracts and work orders POSITION SUMMARY: As a Network Infrastructure Technical Program Manager, you ll manage and deliver telecom projects from start to finish. You ll work closely with the design team, subcontractors and other stakeholders to complete projects on time, on budget and to specification. Your technical expertise, organization and communication skills will be key to coordinating the construction process. Our client is a fast-moving, dynamic environment, so the right candidate is flexible, adaptable and a self-starter with strong program management experience. RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage network infrastructure projects and build strong relationships across cross-functional teams. Define project scope, objectives, deliverables and work breakdown structure, and build project plans that cover tasks, timelines and resources. Build detailed project schedules with all activities, dependencies and milestones. Identify the critical path and prioritize critical tasks to prevent delays. Track progress against the baseline schedule, adjust as needed, and use earned schedule techniques to forecast performance and catch slippage early. Report schedule status and progress to stakeholders and senior leadership. Monitor project costs against budget, find cost-saving opportunities, and suggest value engineering alternatives. Track and review contractor invoices, compare actuals against the baseline, and report variances. Lead project buy-out: develop bid packages, work with Procurement to issue RFPs, write contracts and Scopes of Work, and issue work orders. Track site execution and inspections to make sure work meets safety and quality standards. Run weekly progress meetings with project teams to identify scope gaps, risks, goals and recovery plans. Read, interpret and implement contract documents, project drawings and specifications. Make sure work complies with regulations, local authorities, industry standards and codes. Coordinate with contractors, design and engineering, and QA/commissioning teams. QUALIFICATIONS: 5 years of experience in commercial technical program or project management, or engineering. Experience managing projects in large manufacturing or industrial environments. Strong knowledge of construction practices, codes, regulations and safety protocols. Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize. Willing to work long hours. The team is looking for ambitious, tenacious people. TECHNICAL SKILLS: Scheduling tools: Microsoft Project, Smartsheet or Primavera (Gantt charts, critical path) Earned schedule management and forecasting Budget tracking, cost control and variance reporting Contract documents, project drawings and specifications Procurement processes: RFPs, bid packages, SOWs and work orders PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with Microsoft Azure DevOps Background in telecom or network infrastructure construction EDUCATION: Degree in Engineering, or equivalent industry experience