Project Manager - Low Voltage Cabling

IES Communications; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

IES Communications is seeking a Project Manager to act as a tactical leadership and support function for Operations, overseeing large, high‑risk contracts. The role includes mentoring PMs, monitoring performance, and ensuring work aligns with safety, quality, and financial targets across staffing, materials, and delivery goals.

The ideal candidate has extensive supervisory experience, telecom or related field expertise, and proven ability to manage projects over $1M, with strong scheduling,

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Five+ years in telecommunications or related field.
• Experience managing large/complex projects (> $1M) with focus on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Proficiency with formal scheduling tools and Microsoft Office and Teams.
• Ability to travel to job sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitor high‑risk and large‑profile projects with focus on risk management and profitability.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and escalate until resolution.
• Track project financials, KPIs, and forecasting to maintain profitability.
• Mentor and coach Project Managers.
• Represent PMO in Pre‑Con/Ops Handoff and Ops Implementation meetings.
• Manage workload distribution and review job cost postings including invoicing.
• Address quality and safety issues on customer work.
• Assist in bid processes and liaise with customer representatives.
• Develop account process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budget & scheduling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Wrike

Smartsheet

Excel

Teams

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Manager will act as a tactical leadership and support function for Operations, monitoring, supporting, and performing work for the largest contract value projects, including those deemed high risk. The role also serves as a senior escalation point for the PM community and mentors/ coaches project managers throughout engagements. Overall responsibilities include ensuring all contracted work is developed, implemented, installed, and managed in accordance with the Company's safety, quality, management, and financial performance requirements, while achieving staffing, material, financial, customer care, and delivery goals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor, support, and report on high‑risk and large‑profile projects, focusing on risk management, profit margin protection, and efficient implementation practices.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and engage in significant project escalations across operations branches, staying involved until resolution.
• Track project financials, key performance indicators, and forecasting to monitor performance and maintain profitability.
• Mentor and coach partnering Project Managers to enhance their development and skill sets.
• Represent the PMO in “Pre‑Con/Ops Handoff” and “Ops Implementation” meetings for Tier 5 levels.
• Manage workload distribution, monitor customer delivery and job installation progress, and review job cost postings for accuracy, including invoicing and financial reporting.
• Manage all related quality and safety issues on customer work.
• Participate in and/or facilitate the bid process and act as the Company liaison for customer representatives.
• Create, develop, and implement account process improvements, and perform any other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of supervisory or managerial experience and five (5) years in telecommunications or a related technical/construction field.
• Experience project‑managing large and complex projects (>$1 M) with a strong focus on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Proficiency with formal scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6, Wrike, Smartsheet, Excel) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Teams.
• Strong problem‑solving, critical thinking, and communication skills; ability to interpret blueprints and project documents.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• License required (minimum driving standards met); ability to travel to job sites as needed.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Must be self‑motivated, positive, and professional, with the ability to lead others, promote company culture, and effectively read, write, and present. Must have the capacity to travel to job sites and to use company and customer project management systems.

EEO Statement

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status. Retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible policy violations will not be tolerated. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act.