Telecommunication Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

LUCK GROVE TELECOM, INC.

Telecommunication Project Manager

Role Snapshot

Field

Role Information

Job Title

Telecommunication Project Manager

Department

Construction Operations / Fiber Construction

Reports To

Director of Construction Operations / Director, Permits

Direct Reports

Project Leads, Field Supervisors, Construction Coordinators

Location

Field-forward and hybrid across 101 Richmond Ave STE 400, Syracuse, NY 13204, project sites, vendor locations, municipal meetings, and regional markets across NY / MA.

Schedule

Full Time (Exempt); Flexible start times (7:00 AM – 9:00 AM); Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, or Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM and Friday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

FLSA / Classification

Exempt / Full-Time

Role Level

Telecommunication Construction Manager / Manager

About the Role

The Telecommunication Project Manager is responsible for end-to-end planning, execution, and closeout of fiber optic, telecommunication, and utility construction projects across Luck Grove's markets. This hybrid/field-forward position bridges office-based program governance with field execution, leading cross-functional teams, managing subcontractors, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering high-quality infrastructure builds on time and within budget.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain effective communication with subcontractors, vendors, and internal and external customers to support project success and customer satisfaction

• Allocate and manage project resources to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget

• Manage project budgets, maintain full project P&L responsibility, and support invoicing and collections efforts

• Implement project scope changes, contract pricing updates, and installation plan revisions, including change orders

• Prepare and manage project installation plans, schedules, goals, and job procedures

• Coordinate engineering, installation, subcontracting activities, and scheduling with other trades

• Supervise installation labor and subcontractors to ensure quality workmanship and timely project completion

• Maintain accurate records related to project status, material flow, and project changes

• Troubleshoot project issues and collaborate with operational and financial teams to mitigate impacts and maintain profitability

• Assist with the design and engineering of aerial and underground fiber optic systems and develop Bills of Materials (BOMs) for project execution.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, or related discipline preferred.

• Current driver’s license if driving a company vehicle, or personal vehicle in the course of conducting business (e.g., client visits, attending networking events)

• Minimum of five (5) years of project management experience in outside plant (OSP) and inside plant (ISP) fiber optic construction, including fiber splicing and testing

• Proven ability to successfully manage multimillion-dollar projects while maintaining schedule and budget requirements

• Strong knowledge of project management principles, tools, contract administration, and telecommunications construction practices

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, and SharePoint

• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Must be okay with travelling most of the time. About 50% travel, mainly from NY to any point in the country.

• Demonstrated experience managing aerial and underground fiber builds, subcontractor teams, and field construction operations.

• Strong knowledge of telecom principles, NESC/OSHA safety regulations, and municipal permit workflows.