Senior Project Manager

Ledcor; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Technical Services is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee complex telecom infrastructure projects across the United States. You will lead cross-functional teams to ensure on‑time delivery, adherence to scope and budget, and compliance with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include planning large fiber and wireless deployments, managing risk and permitting, negotiating contracts, and pursuing new opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of telecom or utility construction project management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Telecommunications, Engineering, or a related field (diploma or technical training accepted).
• Strong understanding of telecom construction methods, permitting processes, and industry standards such as NESC, NEC, and local codes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage subcontractors, and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Experience with contract negotiation, cost control, and scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or similar) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Champion and uphold Ledcor’s safety-first culture across telecom construction sites.
• Lead planning and execution of large-scale telecom projects (fiber, small cell, wireless towers).
• Manage risk, permitting, and client communications throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and pursue new telecom project opportunities.
• Oversee scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation using industry tools.
• Implement the Project Quality Plan (PQP) and ensure compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Negotiate contract execution and change-order management.
• Support cost tracking, reporting, and documentation systems.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Telecom construction

Vendor management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Engineering related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Excel

Job description

Job Overview

Ledcor Technical Services is rapidly expanding and is seeking a Senior Project Manager with leadership experience and technical expertise to oversee and deliver complex, high‑impact telecom infrastructure projects.

As a Senior Project Manager you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within scope and budget, and in alignment with the industry's highest quality and safety standards. You will lead cross‑functional teams, optimize operational performance, and contribute to a culture built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Essential Responsibilities

• Champion and uphold Ledcor’s safety‑first culture, ensuring all safety and environmental standards are met or exceeded on telecom construction sites.
• Lead the planning and execution of large‑scale telecommunications projects, including fiber deployments, small cell installations, and wireless tower builds.
• Manage risk management, permitting, and client communications throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead the identification and pursuit of new telecom project opportunities.
• Oversee project scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation using industry‑standard tools and methodologies.
• Implement the Project Quality Plan (PQP) and ensure compliance with telecom construction standards and specifications.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Negotiate contract execution and change‑order management.
• Help establish and manage project systems for cost tracking, reporting, and documentation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of telecom or utility construction project management experience, with a proven track record of leading large, complex infrastructure builds.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Telecommunications, Engineering, or a related field (diploma or technical training accepted).
• Strong understanding of telecom construction methods, permitting processes, and industry standards such as NESC, NEC, and local codes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage subcontractors, and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Experience with contract negotiation, cost control, and scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or similar) is a plus.

Working Conditions

• Travel up to 30% of the time across the United States and to our hub in Florence, KY.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor, we are an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. Applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ledcor participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I‑9 information to confirm authorized U.S. employment.