Aerial Project Manager

Fugal Niels Sons Company; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and HOL

401(k) w/ Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships, pet insu

Job summary

Fugal Niels Sons Company is seeking an OSP Aerial Project Manager to keep projects moving smoothly, safely, and on schedule, on field sites in Boise. You will lead planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication while reviewing engineering drawings and managing pole attachment processes.

Key qualifications include 3–5 years of OSP aerial experience, regional telecom knowledge, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or 5+ years of hands-on experience in OSP aerial engineering/construction.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with cross-functional teams.
• Experience submitting pole attachment applications and navigating permits.
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint for data and presentations.
• Ability to work in the United States with pre-employment checks completed.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans with milestones, timelines, and deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate risks to keep projects on schedule and budget.
• Lead progress meetings and provide status updates to executives, clients, and teams.
• Monitor quality and ensure deliverables meet standards and client expectations.
• Review engineering drawings for quality and constructability.
• Submit and track pole attachment applications through the lifecycle.
• Foster collaboration between engineering and construction teams.
• Create desktop takeoffs and process purchase orders for field teams.
• Support weekly executive review decks showcasing wins and progress.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Industry Knowledge

Permitting Experience

Tech Savvy

Leadership Track Record

US Work Authorization

Pre-employment checks

Smartsheet

Education

Bachelor's degree or 5+ years experience

Tools

Smartsheet

Job description

Job Location (Short): Boise, ID | Salem, UT

Workplace Type: Field

Discover a more connected career

As our OSP Aerial Project Manager, you will keep our projects moving smoothly, safely, and on schedule.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do

• Project Planning:Develop comprehensive project plans that outline key tasks, milestones, timelines, and deliverables to keep everyone aligned.
• Risk Management:Keep an eye on the big picture to identify potential bottlenecks (like budget constraints or delays) and implement proactive, creative solutions to mitigate them.
• Communication & Stakeholder Management:Lead engaging progress meetings and provide regular, clear status updates to executives, clients, and team members.
• Quality Control:Monitor ongoing progress and ensure our final deliverables consistently meet high organizational standards and client expectations.
• Engineering Review:Review engineering drawings and prints with a keen eye for quality and constructability.
• Pole Attachment Application Submission and Tracking:Ability to submit and track pole attachment applications through the lifecycle, from make-ready engineering to construction completion.
• Bridge the Gap:Identify engineering issues early and work to create a seamless, collaborative feedback loop between our engineering and construction teams.
• Project Logistics:Create desktop takeoff sheets and submit purchase order requests to keep field teams equipped.
• Executive Visibility:Help design, create, and support weekly slide decks for executive reviews, showcasing our team's wins and progress.

What you’ll need

• Leadership & Collaboration:A proven ability to motivate cross-functional teams, build consensus, and delegate tasks effectively.
• Top-Notch Communication:Exceptional verbal and written communication skills—you know how to tailor your message to everyone from field techs to executives.
• Problem-Solving Prowess:Sharp critical thinking and quick decision-making abilities when faced with shifting project needs.
• Industry Foundations:A solid, basic understanding of both aerial and underground construction methods.
• Permitting & Utility Experience:Hands-on experience submitting pole attachment applications and successfully navigating/receiving permits from various municipalities.
• Education & Experience:A Bachelor’s degree in a related fieldOR5+ years of relevant, hands-on work experience.
• Tech Savvy:Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint to manage data and build clean presentations.
• Leadership Track Record:Previous supervisory and/or managerial experience.
• The Basics:Legal authorization to work in the United States, and the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle record check.
• 3–5 years of dedicated OSP aerial engineering and construction experience.
• Specific regional work experience in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, or Montana.
• Direct experience working withTelecomFiber companiessystems and standards.
• Proficiency inSmartsheetto track and automate workflows.

Why grow your career with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.