Special Projects Manager

Google Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 153,600 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Google Inc. is seeking a Special Projects Manager to oversee the deployment and operation of its fiber optic network in Austin, Texas. The ideal candidate will be experienced in managing complex projects and leading teams in fiber network deployments, with a strong understanding of vendor management and project reporting.

Responsibilities include coordinating with city officials, managing bids and proposals, and ensuring successful network deployment. The salary range is $153,600 - $169,000, plus bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience leading teams and managing vendors.
• Ability to travel between Austin and San Antonio markets at least once a month.

Responsibilities

• Support the deployment and operation of GFiber's FTTH build.
• Ensure alignment between parts of the customer network deployment.
• Manage proposals, bids, and engineering design cycles.

Skills

Fiber network deployments

Vendor management

Budgeting and forecasting

Project reporting

Capacity planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications or related field

Job description

At GFiber, we believe that great internet has the power to drive innovation, strengthen communities, enable the impossible, and do all the everyday things that make all of our world go round. And the job of creating better internet is never done - so we’re growing! Our team is committed to building a place where people who want to make a difference can grow their careers and find their spot to belong. GFiber is an Alphabet company that brings Google Fiber and Google Fiber Webpass internet services to homes and businesses across the United States. Our teams are expanding as we connect more cities and people to exceptional internet.

Applications for this position will remain open until at least June 29, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.

Role Description

As Special Projects Manager, you will support deployment, operations, installations and maintenance of a fiber optic network for residential and business customers throughout the Texas markets. You will report to the Head of Metro Technical Operations and flex within a market or region to meet the needs of the business, plugging into areas where needs are critical, and then rapidly moving onto new areas of need as the business evolves. As a part of your development, you may rotate to other regions and take on new responsibilities. Your ability to travel and or take on temporary duty assignments is a must.

You have a passion for being on-the-ground, executing complex projects that improve internet access, speed, and service in your community. It will require substantial knowledge of our industry and willingness to learn much more. A versatile skill set, a flexible approach, and a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges as the role evolves and changes is critical.

Responsibilities

• Support the deployment and operation of GFiber's FTTH build in a metropolitan area. Assist the Head of Metro Technical Operations in leading all Deployment and Operational team members within a metropolitan area.
• Ensure alignment between various parts of the customer network deployment from design all the way to service delivery. Ensure the best local network is designed, built, and maintained with speed and within business goals.
• Work with city management to ensure business targets are met. Coordinate with city officials, jurisdictional authorities and utility representatives.
• Manage proposals, bids, scope definition, engineering design cycles and design review and approvals for a FTTH network, specifically, the selection of vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Telecommunications or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of experience with fiber network deployments, outside and inside plant fiber infrastructure.
• 10 years of experience leading teams and vendor management.
• 8 years of experience with budgeting, forecasting costs, project reporting, capacity planning, quality assurance, equipment turn-up, testing and acceptance.
• Ability to travel between the Austin and San Antonio markets at least once a month or as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Master's degree in Technology.
• 15 years of relevant industry experience, with hands‑on technical leadership and people management experience.
• Experience developing requests for proposals (RFPs), scheduling projects, cost engineering, budgeting and forecasting costs, reporting project status and costs, procurement and consulting with contractors and vendors.
• Knowledge of inside and outside plant fiber optic network infrastructure, and engineering design and construction. Knowledge of network drawings, route maps and scopes of work, interpreting fiber test results and auditing projects for compliance with scopes of work.
• Experience in operational improvement, process/workflow development, and managing complex cross‑functional projects.

The US base salary range for this full‑time position is between $153,600 - $169,000 + bonus + benefits. As pay varies by location, your recruiter will share more about the specific salary range for your targeted location during the hiring process. #LI-DNI

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds.