Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world’s most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo’s 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo’s communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.
OSP Program Manager - Long Haul Deployment
Location
United States
Posted
8 days ago
Salary
$77.1K - $118.6K / year
Seniority
Lead
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
OSP Program Manager - Long Haul Deployment
Zayo Group
Role Description The Program Manager, Long Haul OSP Deployment is responsible for the successful delivery of long haul fiber deployment programs through direct management of turnkey engineering and construction contractors and oversight of multiple concurrent projects. This role combines strategic program leadership with hands-on project execution responsibilities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with Zayo quality standards. The Program Manager serves as the primary operational and contractual interface between Zayo, turnkey vendors, and customers. This position is accountable for: - Contract administration - Project controls - Budget management - Regulatory compliance - Contractor performance - Risk mitigation - Project closeout activities across a portfolio of long haul network expansion projects The Program Manager reports to the Director, Long Haul OSP Deployment. NOTE: The team is open to this position working remotely within the United States. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Telecommunications, Business, or a related field preferred. - Equivalent industry experience may be substituted for formal education. - Minimum of eight (8) years of telecommunications, fiber deployment, or OSP project management experience. - Minimum of eight (8) years managing complex outside plant construction projects and contractor relationships. - Demonstrated experience delivering multimillion-dollar fiber deployment projects on schedule and within budget. - Experience administering engineering, construction, and turnkey (EPC) contracts. - Experience managing federal and state regulatory requirements, permitting, and environmental compliance. - Prior leadership experience managing project teams or cross-functional deployment organizations preferred. - Strong knowledge of OSP construction methods, fiber optic infrastructure, and long haul network architecture. - Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, budget forecasting, data analysis, reporting, pivot tables, lookups, and project performance tracking. - Understanding of fiber testing standards, acceptance requirements, and closeout procedures. - Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, route maps, construction packages, and testing documentation. - Familiarity with GIS platforms, Google Earth, and network inventory systems. - Working knowledge of Salesforce, Sitetracker, and project management systems preferred. Requirements - Strong contract negotiation and administration skills. - Excellent financial management, forecasting, and budgeting capabilities. - Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. - Advanced problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making abilities. - Ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment. - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. - Ability to travel as required to support project execution, contractor oversight, and customer engagements. Benefits - Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance - Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan - Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave
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