Program Manager

SQUAN; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SQUAN is seeking a Program Leadership professional to oversee multiple client programs from start to finish in the telecommunications/infrastructure space. You will manage stakeholder expectations, craft detailed plans, and ensure governance and financial oversight across teams.

The role requires extensive experience in telecom programs, strong leadership, and proficiency with PM tools. You will coordinate with engineering, operations, construction, procurement, and legal to drive successful

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, business, or related field (preferred).
• 7+ years of program/project management experience, ideally in telecommunications or infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of telecom infrastructure (fiber, wireless, network deployment, ISP, OSP).
• PMP, PgMP, or similar certification preferred.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, SiteTracker).

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple concurrent client programs from initiation through execution and closure.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, internal teams, and external partners.
• Develop detailed program plans, timelines, and resource allocations; monitor progress.
• Establish and maintain program governance structures with status updates and dashboards.
• Manage program budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Drive continuous improvement in program delivery and client satisfaction.

Skills

PM leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Bachelor’s degree in construction

Bachelor’s degree in business

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Jira

SiteTracker

Job description

Program Leadership

Lead multiple concurrent client programs from initiation through execution and closure, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and client expectations.

Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, internal teams, and external partners. Build strong relationships and ensure transparent communication across all levels.

Planning & Execution

Develop detailed program plans, timelines, and resource allocations. Monitor progress, manage risks, and resolve issues to keep programs on track.

Governance & Reporting

Establish and maintain program governance structures. Provide regular status updates, dashboards, and executive-level reporting.

Financial Oversight

Manage program budgets, forecasts, and financial performance. Ensure cost-effective delivery and adherence to contractual obligations.

Team Coordination

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, business operations, construction, procurement, and legal to ensure seamless execution.

Process Improvement

Contribute to PMO best practices, tools, and methodologies. Drive continuous improvement in program delivery and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, business, or related field (preferred)
• 7+ years of program/project management experience, ideally in telecommunications or infrastructure
• Strong understanding of telecom infrastructure (fiber, wireless, network deployment, ISP, OSP)
• PMP, PgMP, or similar certification preferred
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, SiteTracker)

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