Operations Program Manager

Utilities One Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance plans (health, dental, vision)

Whole Life Insurance

401k Plan

PTO/Paid Holidays

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Company Vehicle and Fuel Card

Job summary

A leading infrastructure solutions provider seeks an Operations Program Manager to manage aerial and underground fiber optic construction projects. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of telecommunications experience and at least 3 years in a managerial role, with strong project management skills. Responsibilities include overseeing the construction model, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring operational excellence. Offers great benefits including health insurance and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of overall Telecommunications Experience.
• At least 3 years of experience as Program Manager/Project Manager/Operations Manager.
• Strong knowledge of project budget management, scheduling, and tracking.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of the construction model.
• Manage and expand construction vendor relationships.
• Determine the size of the construction organization.
• Support the construction team with FTTH Builds.
• Help grow the company's construction revenue.
• Manage construction work performed for clients.
• Work with the Director to implement Build Plans of Record.

Skills

Telecommunications Experience

Project Management

Budget Management

Strategy Development

Driver's License

Physical Capability

Map Reading

Travel

Job description

Operations Program Manager

Utilities One Group

Location: United States - Fort Myers, FL

Department: Operations

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Project Management and Information Technology

Industries: Utilities

Salary: Fort Myers, FL $60,000.00-$80,000.00 (1 month ago)

Description

At Utilities One, we are driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to building the future of critical infrastructure. As a trusted turnkey solutions provider across telecom, power, water, renewable energy, and data center sectors, we deliver high-quality services that connect and empower communities. In addition to our core operations, we offer specialized consulting services that help our clients design, optimize, and execute complex infrastructure projects with confidence and precision. We believe our greatest strength is our people — a team of dedicated professionals who bring expertise, collaboration, and integrity to everything they do. Join us and become part of a growing organization where your contributions make a meaningful impact.

We are looking for a qualified, local Operations Program Manager. For this role, we need qualified individuals to provide field support and oversee day-to-day operations on aerial and underground fiber optic construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and/or implementation of the company’s end-to-end construction model (standardize the company’s processes, systems, approach, and tracking);
• Manage, develop, and expand the company’s construction vendor relationships & strategic partnerships;
• Determine the size of the construction organization to support customer build programs;
• Support the company’s construction team with their FTTH Builds (MSO/LEC) in the region;
• Help develop the organizational model;
• Help grow the company’s construction revenue and profits;
• Manage the construction work the company performs for clients and for others in the region;
• Determine the additional construction responsibilities as required in order to grow the company’s team in the region;
• Work with the Director to develop and implement the Build Plans of Record (PORs) for the customers the company supports in the region.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 5-10 years of overall Telecommunications Experience;
• At least 3 years of experience as Program Manager/Project Manager/Operations Manager;
• Strong knowledge of project budget management, scheduling, and tracking;
• Ability to put together strategies to promote company goals and objectives to outside organizations;
• A valid, unrestricted Driver's License;
• 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.

Benefits

• Health Insurance plans (health, dental, vision);
• Whole Life Insurance;
• 401k Plan;
• PTO/Paid Holidays;
• Great Work Environment;
• Career Advancement Opportunities;
• All necessary tools, equipment, supplies provided;
• Company Vehicle and Fuel Card provided.

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