Field Project Manager – Fiber Optics & Utilities

Utilities One; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Plan

Paid time off

Great work environment

Career advancement

Tools and equipment provided

Company vehicle & fuel card

Job summary

Utilities One in Blacksburg, VA is seeking a Field Project Manager to support day-to-day field operations on aerial and underground fiber optic construction projects. This full-time role reports to the Construction Manager, with a focus on delivering cost-effective, compliant designs and coordinating with municipal authorities.

You will verify facilities locations, manage budgets, coordinate with utilities and subcontractors, and ensure safety and quality standards while meeting project

Qualifications

• A valid, unrestricted Driver's License.
• Strong knowledge of aerial and underground design and construction requirements.
• Ability to lift around 50 pounds, safely climb ladders, and work in extreme weather.
• Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for fiber construction.
• Ability to travel to different job sites within the assigned market.

Responsibilities

• Verify that all existing underground and aerial facilities are correctly located per customer's requirements, city records, and field conditions.
• Perform field evaluation of proposed projects and ensure alternative routing delivers the most cost-effective design for construction.
• Ensure designs are in accordance with the customer's specifications and guidelines, and within the allocated budget.
• Proficiently coordinate with State and/or local municipalities as well as with other utilities or departments.
• Coordinate all customer implementation activities including site walk-throughs, hub and/or node placements, and subcontract labor.
• Ensure the produced work meets or exceeds quality standards.

Skills

Driver's License

Aerial & underground design

Maps & drawings literacy

Travel to job sites

Job description

Utilities One in Blacksburg, VA is seeking a Field Project Manager to support day-to-day field operations on aerial and underground fiber optic construction projects. This full-time role reports to the Construction Manager, with a focus on delivering cost-effective, compliant designs and coordinating with municipal authorities.

You will verify facilities locations, manage budgets, coordinate with utilities and subcontractors, and ensure safety and quality standards while meeting project