Project Manager (Design & Technology)

Synergy Fiber; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Fiber is building the future of connected buildings and offers a hands-on path into project management, technical design, automation, and leadership for recent graduates and field professionals. You'll work with Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and Operations leaders on real‑world telecom and technology infrastructure projects across multifamily, commercial, and hospitality environments.

This track is designed to develop leadership skills and give you exposure to AI-enabled

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or field professionals encouraged to apply.
• Structured cabling or telecom exposure is a plus but not required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with a customer‑facing mindset.

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.
• Participate in customer meetings and project reviews.
• Help ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to Synergy Fiber quality standards.
• Attend jobsite meetings, site surveys, and project walkthroughs.
• Learn construction sequencing, installation methods, and project workflows.

Skills

Communication

Project coordination

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

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.