Fiber Construction Program Manager — Budgets & Permits

Astound; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision, life, STD

Paid Time Off

Floating Holiday

Paid Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Astound in Illinois is hiring for a senior Fiber Construction role. You will drive accountable capital budgets and schedules, oversee permitting, and coordinate with contractors, municipalities, and vendors to deliver fiber infrastructure projects.

We seek candidates with 10+ years in construction management, strong GIS and fiber installation knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction management experience.
• Ability to manage and complete multiple projects with increasing scope.
• Expert understanding of safety construction practices and training.

Responsibilities

• Driving accountable for capital budgets and project schedules; ensuring safety and quality of work.
• Identify fiber routes, building entry, and internal routing requirements.
• Delegate permitting to permitting team or third-party vendors.
• Develop and execute project schedules with contractors and stakeholders.
• Inspect active construction projects for compliance with guidelines.
• Complete post-construction plant walk-out with as-builts.
• Provide training and support for Fiber Construction Lead I-III.

Skills

Construction management

Project budgeting

Safety practices

Fiber routing

Fiber splicing

Network topology

GIS

MS Office

Data analysis

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GIS

Job description

Astound in Illinois is hiring for a senior Fiber Construction role. You will drive accountable capital budgets and schedules, oversee permitting, and coordinate with contractors, municipalities, and vendors to deliver fiber infrastructure projects.

We seek candidates with 10+ years in construction management, strong GIS and fiber installation knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects while maintaining safety and quality standards.