Project Manager - Telecom OSP Engineering (Fiber & Copper Networks)

Pearce Services Global (PSG); Gurugram District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearce Services Global (PSG) is seeking a seasoned Project Manager with 10-14 years of Telecom Outside Plant (OSP) Engineering experience, specializing in Fiber and Copper designs. The role emphasizes end-to-end ROW/permitting, strong client engagement, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

The candidate should hold a B.Tech/BE, with proficiency in Esri GIS tools and related design software. PMP or equivalent certification is preferred, and collaboration with cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required (B.Tech/BE).
• 10-14 years of Telecom OSP Engineering experience, focus on Fiber and Copper networks.
• Proficiency with Esri GIS planning tools and design software; PMP or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and design of Fiber and Copper OSP networks with comprehensive project plans.
• Align engineering schedules with customer commitments and monitor cost to meet profitability targets.
• Oversee design, planning, and final deliverables to the client to ensure on-time completion.
• Own permitting and ROW dependencies including joint-use coordination to ensure permit-ready deliverables.
• Identify project risks and manage scope changes with stakeholder communication and approvals.
• Act as primary contact for customers and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitor KPIs and conduct audits to ensure quality and identify improvement opportunities.
• Improve information flow by implementing process changes and training teams as needed.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain delivery timelines.
• Supervise design engineers and allocate resources to meet schedules.

Skills

Project Management

Revenue Management

Delivery Schedule Management

Risk Management

Client Relationship Management

Team Leadership

Cross-Functional Coordination

Education

B.Tech/BE

Post Graduation in Engineering or Management

Tools

Esri GIS

AutoCAD

MapInfo

Job description

PEARCE from CBRE is the largest national independent provider of outsourced repair, maintenance, and engineering services to critical infrastructure in the renewable energy, power generation, and telecom industries. Pearce offers innovative, tech-enabled services for telecom, renewable energy, electric vehicle (EV), and energy storage system infrastructure customers. Pearce is headquartered in Paso Robles, CA, and has 25 offices throughout the US with 1,800+ team members.

JD – Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager - Telecom OSP Engineering

Location: Gurgaon

Experience: 10-14 Years

Education: B. Tech/BE in relevant fields or Post Graduation in Engineering Or Management

Reports to: Director, Engineering

Supervisory Scope: Team Leads, Design Engineers, Project Coordinators

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager with 10-14 years of experience in Telecom Outside Plant (OSP) Engineering, specifically in Fiber and Copper network design and planning.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, complemented by expertise in project management tools and methodologies. This role will focus on delivering projects on time, highest quality and within budget while ensuring adherence to quality standards and customer requirements. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering (B. Tech/BE) is required, along with proficiency in Esri-based GIS planning tools and design software. The role also owns permitting and right-of-way (ROW) dependencies end-to-end and reviews high-level and low-level (HLD/LLD) engineering designs to ensure permit-ready, on-time deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and design of Fiber and Copper OSP networks, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Develop comprehensive project plans covering resources, schedules, and budgets.
• Drive revenue growth by aligning engineering schedules with customer commitments. Monitor financials to ensure cost management aligns with profitability targets.
• Oversee project timelines to ensure timely completion of design, planning, and final deliverables to the client.
• Own permitting and right-of-way (ROW) dependencies, including joint-use and make-ready coordination, to keep submissions and construction-readiness on track.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Manage scope changes, ensuring documentation and communication with stakeholders.
• Act as the primary contact for customers and stakeholders, building strong relationships for successful project delivery.
• Monitor project performance metrics and conduct audits to ensure quality standards are met, tracking KPIs such as on-time delivery %, budget/cost variance, project efficiency and rework rate.
• Enhance information flow by implementing process changes and seeking improvements.
• Handle escalations promptly and manage resource allocation for optimal team performance.
• Supervise internal design engineering staff, assigning and tracking tasks to maintain delivery timelines, and coordinate with external and internal stakeholders as needed.
• Collaborate with shared services teams on project objectives and develop training schedules to enhance engineering skills

Qualifications

• Tech/BE in relevant fields or Post Graduation in Engineering or Management
• 10-14 years of experience in Telecom OSP Engineering, with a focus on Fiber and Copper networks.
• Strong hands-on experience with GIS-based planning tools (Esri) and design software (AutoCAD, MapInfo).
• Proven project management skills in revenue, delivery schedule, and risk management.
• Excellent customer management and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• PMP or Equivalent certification is preferred and will be beneficial.

Key Skills

• Revenue Management
• Delivery Schedule Management
• Project Performance Monitoring
• Risk and Change Management
• Scope and Cost Management
• Customer Management
• Project Implementation and Ramp Planning
• Engineering Schedule Management
• Process Change Implementation
• Escalation and Resource Capacity Management
• Cross-Functional Team (CFT) Management