Telecom Project Manager: Installation & Commissioning Lead

Pillar Innovations; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Short/Long term disability

Paid time off

Per diem

Mentoring and training

Career advancement

Safety equipment

Weekly pay

Job summary

Pillar Innovations seeks a Project Manager - Telecom Installation & Commissioning to supervise the installation, testing, and commissioning of telecommunications network infrastructure across industrial environments, including OSP/ISP and network equipment deployments.

You will manage project tasks, personnel, and requirements to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery, while maintaining safety and strong communication with customers and management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience in telecommunications network installation, commissioning, or industrial construction environments preferred
• Proven ability to solve problems creatively
• Strong familiarity with market, industry, project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
• Proven ability to manage projects through the full life cycle
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail
• Proven ability to complete projects according to scope, budget, and timeline
• Possesses exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of general accounting and costing practices including budgeting, invoicing, purchase orders, and accounts payable
• Able to work independently and in team environments
• Possess strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Able to compute basic math calculations and take measurements
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Visio
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects effectively
• Adaptable and calm under pressure
• Working knowledge of telecom network commissioning and test procedures and associated test equipment
• Comfortable working in operational telecom networks and industrial environments, with an understanding of related safety practices

Responsibilities

• Determine and define project scope, objectives, and plan and direct resources to ensure successful completion
• Review network and installation designs
• Carry out daily operational tasks in an effective and timely manner
• Facilitate communications between office and field personnel
• Problem-solve issues and ensure continuous improvement
• Organize, file, and maintain all current project documents
• Enter information and manage the digital project databases
• Ensure compliance to customer network specifications, industry standards, and commissioning/acceptance test requirements
• Coordinate and execute daily administrative tasks to include the processing of timecards, vehicle and equipment assignments, work in progress reports (WIPs), invoices, etc.
• Schedule and confirm deliveries to field staff
• Ensure project adheres to a set schedule and meets the goals of the client
• Schedule meetings, phone calls, site visits, etc.
• Consult with and gather information from technicians, engineers, contractors, etc. to ensure an effective flow of information
• Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner
• Coordinate installation, splicing, testing, and commissioning systems

Skills

Project management

Telecommunications

Network installation

OSP/ISP

Budgeting

Safety compliance

Tools

MS Office

Visio

Project management software

Job description

Pillar Innovations seeks a Project Manager - Telecom Installation & Commissioning to supervise the installation, testing, and commissioning of telecommunications network infrastructure across industrial environments, including OSP/ISP and network equipment deployments.

You will manage project tasks, personnel, and requirements to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery, while maintaining safety and strong communication with customers and management.