Project Manager - Wireline

ADB Companies, Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 80,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

ADB Companies, LLC is seeking a Project Manager to own end-to-end projects in the technology infrastructure space. You will lead Supervisors and Construction Managers, drive schedules, budgets, and client communications, and ensure safety and quality across nationwide deployments.

Ideal candidates have 3-5+ years in technical field or project management, 2-3+ years of leadership, a Bachelor's or equivalent, and a valid driver's license for nationwide travel.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of technical field experience and/or project management experience.
• 2-3+ years of leadership experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full project lifecycle from planning through project closeout
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and operational strategies
• Coordinate all phases of construction activities to achieve successful project outcomes
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer communication and coordination
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage customer expectations related to schedule, scope, quality, and deliverables
• Provide regular project updates, progress reports, and issue resolutions to customers and stakeholders
• Maintain accountability for overall project financial performance, including WIP, margins, and cash flow
• Develop, track, and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between field operations, engineering, customers, and support teams
• Provide leadership and direction to Construction Managers, Supervisors, Field Inspectors, and field teams; responsible for people management, production, performance, quality, training, etc.
• Drives team KPI’s to contribute to the overall department and team scorecard success
• Upholds ADB’s safety culture, leads by example, and drives a philosophy of ZERO throughout the entire organization
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

To be a team member at ADB Companies, or as we call it, part of the A-Team, you must be ALL IN to support the company’s mission, vision, and values.

OUR MISSION: We are a customer‑centric partner providing innovative solutions. The safety, well‑being, and career growth of our team members are the benchmarks of our success.

Position Title

Project Manager

Classification

Exempt

Position Overview

ADB is a nationwide full‑turnkey provider of technology infrastructure solutions including wireline, wireless, technology, critical infrastructure, and engineering. Our customer‑centric approach has ensured long‑term relationships with commercial clients, service providers, local, state, and federal government organizations. We recognize our team members as our greatest asset, ensuring that their safety, well‑being, and career growth are always our number one priority. Our ALL IN culture includes a focus on safety, wellness, learning, diversity and inclusion, and giving back to our communities.

ADB is seeking a Project Manager to execute end‑to‑end project ownership and effectively manage project lifecycles. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading Supervisors and Construction Managers and effectively manage projects to satisfy customer expectations. They will be deadline driven, accountable, and process a strong work with and an ALL IN mindset to drive results.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full project lifecycle from planning through project closeout
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and operational strategies
• Coordinate all phases of construction activities to achieve successful project outcomes
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer communication and coordination
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage customer expectations related to schedule, scope, quality, and deliverables
• Provide regular project updates, progress reports, and issue resolutions to customers and stakeholders
• Maintain accountability for overall project financial performance, including WIP, margins, and cash flow
• Develop, track, and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between field operations, engineering, customers, and support teams
• Provide leadership and direction to Construction Managers, Supervisors, Field Inspectors, and field teams; responsible for people management, production, performance, quality, training, etc.
• Drives team KPI’s to contribute to the overall department and team scorecard success
• Upholds ADB’s safety culture, leads by example, and drives a philosophy of ZERO throughout the entire organization
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed

Success Factors

• Ability to travel nationwide
• A strong belief in ZERO—Being safe 100% of the time is the expectation
• Alignment with company mission, vision, and values
• A high level of customer centricity
• Strong work ethic with an ALL IV attitude
• Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
• Ability to perform in a fast‑paced/high‑volume environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills
• Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented
• Process improvement skills with the ability to streamline efficiencies within a team environment
• Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals
• Leadership skills—ability to lead and motivate a team to meet project goals
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)

Work Environment

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptops, copiers, and cell phones
• This role operates out of an environmentally controlled office environment
• When on project sites, will be required to wear common PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hat, and safety‑toed boots

Experience and Education

• 3‑5+ years of technical field experience and/or project management experience required
• 2‑3+ years of leadership experience required
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel nationwide is required

This position pays between $80,000 and $165,000 base and is based on the candidate’s skillset and experience.

ADB Companies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates agree to complete a selection assessment and pre‑employment drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.