Program Manager

Hotwire Communications; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Paid vacation & holidays

Hotwire service discounts

Job summary

Hotwire Communications is seeking a Program Manager to drive network feasibility initiatives from concept through delivery. You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with vendors and service carriers, and manage risks and milestones to ensure on-time completion.

The role requires 5+ years in program management, PMP or equivalent certification, and strong skills in planning tools such as MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, Salesforce. A background in telecommunications is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• 5+ years of program or project management experience, preferably in network feasibility or telecommunications.
• PMP or other project management certification.
• Strong project planning skills with experience in creating and managing complex project plans.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, Smartsheet, site tracker and Salesforce).
• Strong knowledge of network infrastructure and feasibility processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate network feasibility initiatives from inception to delivery.
• Manage vendor and service carrier relationships for timely, cost-effective delivery.
• Develop comprehensive project plans from feasibility to execution.
• Create and track change requests for node insertions with approvals.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and procurement to align goals.

Skills

Program management

Vendor management

Cross-functional leadership

MS Project/Jira/Smartsheet

Salesforce

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/Telecommunications

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Smartsheet

Salesforce

Site tracker

Job description

The Program Manager will lead and coordinate network feasibility initiatives, ensuring seamless execution from inception to delivery. The Program Manager will oversee vendor and service carrier relationships, manage cross-functional teams, track critical milestones, and communicate status and risks to leadership. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management expertise, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of network infrastructure and operations.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships with vendors and service carriers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of services.
• Request, review, and track quotes to ensure alignment with project requirements and budget constraints.
• Develop comprehensive project plans from the initial feasibility analysis through to execution and completion.
• Create and track change requests for node insertions, ensuring proper approvals and timely execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and procurement, to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
• Conduct regular meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders to provide updates, address concerns, and drive project momentum.
• Report project status, risks, and issues to leadership through detailed risk logs and status updates.
• Analyze critical dates and project dependencies to mitigate risks and ensure on-time delivery.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project objectives and timelines.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in program or project management, preferably within network feasibility or telecommunications.
• PMP or other relevant project management certification.
• Strong project planning skills with experience in creating and managing complex project plans.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet, site tracker and Salesforce ).
• Strong working knowledge of network infrastructure and feasibility processes is a plus.

We truly appreciate and value all our employees and show our appreciation by offering a wide range of benefits, including:

• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays (including your Birthday!)
• Hotwire Service Discounts – for employees who live on a property serviced by Hotwire. Discounted service offerings are provided for high-speed internet, video service, phone, and security service

Hotwire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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