Distribution Fiber Planning Manager-Denver, CO (27780202)

About Forged Fiber At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future‑proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. We believe the right way to do something is the only way. This foundation guides how the company builds, operates, and maintains a state‑of‑the‑art open‑access fiber network platform that empowers millions. Forged Fiber is about more than building a network. It is about people. Every role matters. Every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence. The Role This position is responsible for planning and implementation oversight of FF37’s distribution fiber (F2) network. The Distribution Fiber Planning Manager is a full‑time, in‑person position at FF37’s Denver office. Work Location: The role will report in person to 1200 17th St, Denver, CO 80202. The Main Responsibilities Manage a team of fiber‑to‑the‑home network planners, ensuring weekly throughput targets are achieved. Drive onboarding and capability development of new planners by ensuring structured training and ongoing support to enable effective F2 network planning execution. Establish and sustain strategic cross‑functional partnerships with Network Implementation, Operations, Product, Architecture & Engineering, Finance, and Regulatory teams to ensure alignment and effective execution. Collaborate with peer planning organizations to define, standardize, and operationalize planning frameworks, guidelines, and performance expectations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing opportunities to enhance productivity, efficiency, and scalability at both the individual and system levels. This person must be a strong leader who is able to work cross‑functionally with executive leaders. Their success in planning and execution will allow FF37’s network to grow. Planning’s mission is to design optimal network paths that will allow FF37 to meet enabled unit targets while maintaining healthy capital expenditures. What We Look For in a Candidate Forged Fiber’s culture is built on honesty, respect, trust, transparency, and a growth mindset. We strive to treat people as they want to be treated, and to operate with consistency, integrity, customer obsession, and courage. We’re looking for top‑tier talent to join Forged Fiber that can help us bring this mindset to our everyday work and deliver meaningful results. Main Requirements Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 7+ years related experience or 5+ years related experience with master’s degree. 4‑6 years inside & outside plant experience in telecommunications with in‑depth knowledge of ISP/OSP equipment and designs or the equivalent in training and experience. Preferred Qualifications Comprehensive knowledge of network topologies spanning the access, transport, and data portions of the network, including working knowledge of features, functions and applications. Working knowledge of and the ability to perform economic analysis including internal rate of return analysis, discounted payback period, net present value, profit index, buy‑vs.‑lease analysis, cost‑benefit analysis, and breakeven analysis. Compensation This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges: $104,000-$173,000 Forged Fiber offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. Equal Employment Opportunities It is the policy of Forged Fiber to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. In addition, Forged Fiber will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, and is a fair change employer and does not initiate a background check until after an offer is made. #J-18808-Ljbffr Page Mechanical Group, Inc.