Senior Project Manager, Outside Plant

Senior Project Manager

At Vero, we don't hire task-trackers; we hire Project Managers who act as the CEOs of their projects. In this role, you own the outcome. From managing capital forecasts to holding vendors accountable, you will make high-impact decisions that directly influence your portfolio of projects and the broader business. While this role is remote, our infrastructure projects exist in the physical world, requiring hands-on experience and a deep understanding of how to successfully manage tangible, large-scale builds. The Project Manager role is responsible for managing the end-to-end delivery of large-scale fiber optic construction projects across multiple markets. The position will be responsible for project timelines, budgets, permitting, vendor coordination, and customer communications to ensure successful fiber deployments that meet operational and financial targets. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in OSP fiber construction, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage complex projects independently in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment.

Responsibilities:

• Drive identification of candidate OSP engineering/construction firms, managing bid/vendor selection process and contract negotiation
• Own all aspects of the tactical project management, including managing project schedules, running regular project calls and performing support project functions (such as securing bonds, internal signatures for permits, etc.)
• Architect build cost estimates for sales team
• Managing service delivery functions, including providing regular customer updates (written and/or oral), coordinating site access, and close out package preparation
• Performing site walks with customers and vendors
• Owning the relationship with local/state/federal permitting agencies to secure timely permit approvals
• Providing direction and coordination of project environmental requirements, tasks, and activities
• Managing environmental engineering vendors and related subcontractors as they secure related permitting
• Documenting splicing requirements and maintaining fiber engineering documentation
• Specifying and procuring optics components for contractor installation
• Maintaining up-to-date network maps in Vero's proprietary geospatial project management platform, including in-flight design changes and final as-built routes
• Providing accurate network maps to state 811 agencies and Vero Networks NOC
• Managing network maintenance and relocation projects (including emergency maintenance)

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in project management, fiber network engineering, or telecom infrastructure deployment
• Proven ability to develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and scopes of work
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent vendor management and communication skills, with experience running RFPs, selecting contractors, and negotiating terms
• Demonstrated experience with OSP fiber project management, including permitting, construction oversight, and service delivery coordination
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and mapping tools (e.g., Google Earth or similar GIS platforms)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
• Familiarity with environmental permitting processes and regulations
• Experience using or managing data in proprietary geospatial or project management platforms
• Working knowledge of fiber optic equipment, network architecture, and splicing documentation
• Experience supporting state 811 programs, NOC coordination, and network maintenance or relocation efforts

Job Details and Physical Requirements:

• This role requires occasional travel up to 10% of the time for activities such as out-of-town meetings, training, or outreach activities.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• This is a staff position.
• This is an Exempt position.
• This is a Full-Time position.
• This is a Remote position.
• The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday with occasional weekend availability as needed to fulfill the core duties of the role.
• This position requires the ability to sit and work at a desk for extended periods of time, using a computer and other office equipment.
• This position requires the ability to perform fine motor tasks, such as typing or using a mouse, for extended period of time.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base pay is paid at an annual salary rate. The range for the senior project manager position is $110,000 to $130,000 depending on experience.
• This position may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus of up to 10% of base salary, based on individual performance and company profitability.
• Paid life insurance, short-term disability insurance, 100% paid medical plan options, PTO, holidays.
• Dental and vision options.
• 401(k) with match.

About Vero:

Founded in 2017 and based in Boulder, Colorado, Vero Networks designs, builds, owns and operates fiber infrastructure that serves retail consumers (FTTH), K-12 schools (E-Rate), government entities, enterprises, wireless and wireline carriers and hyperscale/cloud providers across the United States. Vero's key services include dark fiber, wide area networks, internet access, lit fiber and private fiber networks, delivered through a portfolio of operating brands that leverage a shared fiber backbone and construction capabilities.