Project Manager (Design & Technology)

Synergy Fiber; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Fiber in Michigan is launching a Design, Technology & Future Leadership Development Track to groom leaders in construction, telecommunications, technology, and network design. This hands-on program builds skills in project management, technical design, automation, AI, and leadership through real-world projects.

You'll work with senior Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and Operations leaders on multifamily, commercial, and hospitality projects, gaining field experience and a clear

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Interest in construction, technology, and project management.
• Willingness to learn and grow across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, execution, and closeout of telecommunications and technology projects.
• Coordinate with customers, contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Track schedules, budgets, risks, and project milestones.
• Attend jobsite meetings and site surveys when needed.
• Help ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Recent graduate

Field technician

Foreman

Low-voltage

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Telecommunications

Information Technology

Computer Science

Project Management

Business Administration

Related technical field

Tools

Dashboards & reporting tools

Workflow automation

Job description

Design, Technology & Future Leadership Development Track

Build the future of connected buildings. Develop the skills to lead it.

Synergy Fiber is seeking ambitious, driven individuals who want more than just a project management job. This role is part of a unique development track designed to build future leaders in construction, telecommunications, technology, and network design.

Whether you're a recent graduate, field technician, foreman, estimator, or low-voltage professional ready to take the next step, this position offers a hands-on path into project management, technical design, automation, AI, and leadership.

You'll work alongside experienced Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and Operations leaders while gaining real-world experience delivering cutting-edge technology infrastructure projects across multifamily, commercial, and hospitality environments.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This isn't a typical entry-level Project Manager role.

You'll gain exposure to:

• Construction & Field Operations
• Telecommunications & Structured Cabling
• Network Infrastructure & Wi-Fi Design
• Smart Building Technologies
• Access Control & Surveillance Systems
• Technology Automation & AI Applications

You'll learn how technology systems are designed, sold, managed, installed, and supported while helping shape the future of project delivery through innovation and automation.

What You'll Do

Manage Real-World Projects

• Support planning, execution, and closeout of telecommunications and technology projects.
• Coordinate with customers, contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Track schedules, budgets, risks, and project milestones.
• Participate in customer meetings and project reviews.
• Help ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to Synergy Fiber quality standards.

Gain Hands-On Field Experience

• Attend jobsite meetings, site surveys, and project walkthroughs.
• Work directly with field technicians, foremen, and construction teams.
• Learn construction sequencing, installation methods, and project workflows.
• Develop a practical understanding of how projects move from design to completion.

Build Technical & Design Expertise

• Learn to interpret construction drawings, floor plans, risers, and specifications.
• Support estimating, design reviews, and solution development.
• Gain knowledge of structured cabling, Wi-Fi, networking, surveillance, access control, telecommunications, and smart building technologies.
• Develop the foundation for future BICSI and RCDD certification.

Drive Technology & Innovation

• Help implement AI-powered project management tools.
• Assist in creating dashboards, reporting tools, and workflow automation solutions.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives across the business.
• Help modernize how projects are managed, tracked, and delivered.

Who We're Looking For

This role is ideal for:

• Recent college graduates
• Field technicians ready to move into project management
• Foremen seeking leadership opportunities
• Low-voltage and telecommunications professionals
• Construction management or engineering graduates
• Future network designers and RCDD candidates
• Technology enthusiasts interested in automation and AI

Most importantly, we're looking for people who are curious, motivated, coachable, and eager to learn.

What You'll Need

Preferred Education

Bachelor's degree in:

• Construction Management
• Telecommunications
• Information Technology
• Computer Science
• Project Management
• Business Administration
• Related technical field

Equivalent industry experience will be considered in place of a degree.

Helpful Experience (Not Required)

• Structured cabling
• Low-voltage construction
• Telecommunications
• Wi-Fi or network deployments
• Construction project coordination
• Field technician work
• Engineering or construction internships
• Customer-facing roles

Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

What Makes Someone Successful

• Strong organization and communication skills
• A desire to learn and grow
• Problem-solving mindset
• Customer-focused attitude
• Ability to work both in the office and in the field
• Interest in technology, automation, and innovation

This role is designed as a launchpad for long-term career development.

Potential future paths include:

• Senior Project Manager
• Telecommunications Designer
• RCDD Certified Designer
• Design Services Manager
• Director of Network Design
• Operations Leadership
• Engineering Leadership
• Technology & Automation Leadership

If you're looking for a career that combines construction, technology, project management, design, automation, and leadership, this is an opportunity to build valuable skills while helping create the connected buildings of tomorrow.