Senior Project Manager - Outside Plant

Remote
Full Time
VFN
Experienced

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Department: Operations
Reports To: Director of Operations

POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Project Manager role is responsible for managing the end-to-end delivery of large-scale fiber optic construction projects across multiple markets. The position will oversee project timelines, budgets, permitting, vendor coordination, and customer communications to ensure successful fiber deployments that meet operational and financial targets. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in OSP fiber construction, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage complex projects independently in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Identification of candidate OSP engineering/construction firms, managing bid/vendor selection process and contract negotiation
  • Tactical project management, including managing project schedules, running regular project calls and performing support project functions (such as securing bonds, internal signatures for permits, etc.)
  • Providing build cost estimates for sales team
  • Performing service delivery functions, including providing regular customer updates (written and/or oral), coordinating site access, and close out package preparation
  • Performing site walks with customers and vendors
  • Working with local/state/federal permitting agencies to secure timely permit approvals
  • Providing direction and coordination of project environmental requirements, tasks, and activities
  • Managing environmental engineering vendors and related subcontractors as they secure related permitting 
  • Documenting splicing requirements and maintaining fiber engineering documentation
  • Specifying and procuring optics components for contractor installation
  • Maintaining up-to-date network maps in Vero’s proprietary geospatial project management platform, including in-flight design changes and final as-built routes
  • Providing accurate network maps to state 811 agencies and Vero Networks NOC
  • Managing network maintenance and relocation projects (including emergency maintenance)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • 5+ years of experience in project management, fiber network engineering, or telecom infrastructure deployment
  • Proven ability to develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and scopes of work
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent vendor management and communication skills, with experience running RFPs, selecting contractors, and negotiating terms
  • Demonstrated experience with OSP fiber project management, including permitting, construction oversight, and service delivery coordination
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and mapping tools (e.g., Google Earth or similar GIS platforms)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
  • Familiarity with environmental permitting processes and regulations
  • Experience using or managing data in proprietary geospatial or project management platforms
  • Working knowledge of fiber optic equipment, network architecture, and splicing documentation
  • Experience supporting state 811 programs, NOC coordination, and network maintenance or relocation efforts
JOB DETAILS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • This role requires occasional travel up to 10% of the time for activities such as out-of-town meetings, training, or outreach activities.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.
  • This is a staff position.
  • This is an Exempt position.
  • This is a Full-Time position.
  • This is a Remote position.
  • The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday with occasional weekend availability as needed to fulfill the core duties of the role.
  • This position requires the ability to sit and work at a desk for extended periods of time, using a computer and other office equipment.
  • This position requires the ability to perform fine motor tasks, such as typing or using a mouse, for extended period of time.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
  • Base pay is paid at an annual salary rate. The range for this position is $125,000 to $150,000 depending on experience.
  • Target annual bonus for this role is 10%.
  • Paid life insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid medical plans, PTO, holidays.
  • Dental and vision options.
  • 401(k) with match.


ABOUT VERO
Vero was founded in 2017 with a focus on bridging the digital divide by serving schools and libraries in unserved and underserved areas. We have also established a fiber to the premises business that directly serves residential and small business customers in underserved regions. In addition, we now serve a small subset of large business and wholesale customers - which we typically use as a springboard for our consumer focused services for underserved communities. Our management team brings decades of experience in building and operating fiber networks for various customer segments, including residential, business, and wholesale clients. 

NOTICES
Vero participates in E-Verify. Vero will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information about E-Verify, please visit: www.e-verify.gov

This position requires the ability to pass a standard background check upon offer of position.

At least 2 professional references are required.

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