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CTG Senior Project Manager - Telecommunications Project in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Description
Come join us and grow your career with CTG! CTG has worked with this international, Fortune 500 end-client for over 15 years! Apply with CTG for this exciting opportunity!
CTG's premier client has a contract assignment for a Senior Project Manager - Telecommunications Project
Type: Contract
Job Title: Senior Project Manager - Telecommunications Project
Location: Scranton, PA
*Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Scranton, PA *
Pay Rate: Based on experience
Work Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
Education: BA or BS degree in relevant studies desired
This role does require field work -
the expectation is they will report to the office in downtown Scranton daily.
They will visit the field a few times a week as well.
A long term rental will be provided
A successful candidate in this position will possess strong soft skills as well as
- Being able to work behind a desk, and on a job site as needed.
Description
Coordinate and drive the project teams to deliver the intended short-term and long-term results.
Development of project schedules. Organize & communicate schedules and timelines.
Review drawings and specifications to become completely familiar with the project and identify long lead times and critical path items.
Work with Sales, Program Managers, and Deal Management to obtain contracts and purchase orders. Assist with creating written estimates for customers based on engineering, labor, and materials.
Oversee pre-construction site surveys to verify cable routing, identify any obstacles that may result in additional construction costs, and take field measurements.
Monitor fiber optic plant construction activities to ensure products are being installed within customer guidelines and manufacturer standard recommended procedures (SRP).
Visit project sites to evaluate progress and respond to customers’ concerns or questions. Direct contractor activities if needed.
Provide daily reports outlining construction progress on all installations located in the assigned area of responsibility.
Communicate with site superintendents about delays and any other issues that must be communicated to clients.
Participate in weekly/monthly forecasting meetings to offer input into dates and risk associated with timing of revenue recognition.
Organize or attend weekly project meetings as requested by the customer and keep detailed meeting minutes for publishing to project team and leadership.
Communicate and follow up with customers’ requests as required about specific projects.
Visit customers as needed to ensure satisfaction and discuss any new projects being planned.
Process invoices for customers and/or vendors based on services rendered.
Track and report on material status for projects.
Update project data in various systems; create reporting and tracking spreadsheets.
Create submittals and purchase orders.
Assemble the close-out documents for customers. Attend pre/post-installation meetings.
Consult with Business Ops to ensure reports match the revenue recognition timing within SAP.
They will travel daily. The expectation is they will report to the office in downtown Scranton daily.
They will visit the field a few times a week as well.
They will need to do a long-term rental vs. their personal vehicle, this will be reimbursed by the company.
Requirements:
5+ years of OSP telecom construction project management experience
BA or BS degree in relevant studies desired
Experienced with telecom fiber optic network construction methods and equipment
PMP certification a plus
Required Qualifications
Education
- BA or BS degree in relevant studies desired
Qualifications
Required Skills
Read and understand FTTX (fiber to the home) NDS and CAD designs
Working understanding of fiber optic network architectures
Extensive knowledge with Microsoft Office products: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Strong organizational skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to handle rapidly changing priorities
Attention to detail with focus on error-free work
Sound problem solving and decision-making processes and skills
Ability to maintain composure and professional demeanor at all times
Work well in a team environment
Result-oriented and responsive; utilizes network, SME’s and other available resources to facilitate driving tasks to closure
Strong interpersonal skills to support customer interface, consultative activities, and work as part of a commercial team.
Working knowledge of fiber optic testing procedures
Experience/familiarization/working knowledge of tier 1 telco internal systems/software a plus
Willingness to work outside of normal scheduled business hours when necessary
100% fluent in English
Desired Skills
Knowledge of utility construction and project planning procedures
Familiarity with Procore project management software
Experience with AutoCAD and GIS-based systems
Understanding of RUS (Rural Utility Service) Codes
Ability to troubleshoot potential warranty issues using provided equipment such as Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDR), Visual Fault Locators (VFL), and Optical Test Sets.
Familiarization with products
Additional Information
No third party resumes will be accepted
Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted
CTG will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
All interested individuals MUST be able to work on a W2 Tax basis (no C2C or third party vendors)
CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
CTG is an E-Verify Company
To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website by clicking the link below or email your Word version resume and salary expectations to Emily.Drew@ctg.com .
About Us
CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com .
Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company across many of our global operations.
CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
CTG is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. Our Affirmative Action program serves to promote occupational equality and diversity through good faith efforts. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.
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ID 2024-10828
Title Senior Project Manager - Telecommunications Project
Location US-PA-Scranton