GIS Project Manager

Our client is a worldwide telecommunications company that offers voice, data and video services and solutions on its award-winning networks and platforms, delivering on customers’ demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity, security, and control.

We are looking for a GIS Project Manager who will support the governance and compliance for Environmental & Historical Preservation Reviews & any future regulatory requirements related to the client’s Subsidized Broadband program (wireline & wireless).

Location: Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 – HYBRID

Position: GIS Project Manager

Pay: $64.29/hr. on W2

Duration: 12 months

Description

This role supports the governance and compliance for Environmental & Historical Preservation Reviews & any future regulatory requirements related to the client’s Subsidized Broadband program (wireline & wireless).

• Work with key internal stakeholders to ensure successful execution of each review.
• Must possess the ability to interpret data, identify trends, lead special projects, and make recommendations to support smart decision-making and delivery of commitments.
• Must work hand in hand with key business partners; such as Engineering, Operations, Legal,
  
  

Regulatory, and Risk Management to understand bottlenecks and impact; and gather data sources to perform required reporting and analysis for this government program.

• Communicating requirements with appropriate internal collaborators to ensure alignment.
• Establishing regular cadence with internal stakeholders to track project progress and preparing reports to track and monitor progress.
• Analyzing and interpreting geospatial data and developing recommendations.
• You are results driven. Bringing people together on high impact projects gives you great satisfaction.
• You have successfully helped schedule/manage projects and understand that keeping all partners in the loop is critical to achieving successful outcomes.
• You have proven success working on a results-oriented team. You are curious about what people need and want.
• You enjoy digging through data and recommending ways to report it and present it.
• You don’t mind scheduling meetings, taking notes, and following up on action items.
  
  

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
• Four or more years of relevant work experience.
• Experience using Geographical Information Systems to produce detailed reports.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of Microsoft Office & Google product.
  
  

Nice To Have

• Ability to juggle multiple priorities to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Strong bridging and brokering skills with ability to partner internally (cross-functionally and cross-business
  
  

unit).

• A focus on details with excellent organizational skills.
• Experience with converting government contract legal language into easily understood compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of Inside Plant and Outside Plant Engineering practices.
  
  

Purpose

To locate 1 worker with current Geographical Information Systems knowledge to conduct environmental, historic preservation, and cultural resource analysis and to prepare appropriate compliance documentation required by the BEAD NEPA Requirements related to the deployment of wireline and associated communications infrastructure in various Proposed Network Designs throughout the country, including without limitation Federal and Tribal lands, primarily focused on the BEAD Last-Mile program.

The analysis and documentation will include information required to comply with the BEAD NEPA Requirements, NEPA, NHPA, USFWS, USACE, PIAs, and other applicable federal or state laws, regulations, or program requirements as directed by the NTIA. Documentation requirements are anticipated to include environmental permits, reports, studies, documentation of categorical exclusions, analyses of extraordinary circumstances, input into Environmental Assessments, contributions to Environmental Impact Statements, NEPA compliance documents (e.g., CE, EA), MOA/MOUs, or other agency requested studies or agreements as well as the completion of any required consultations and any required public notice and comment process.

Regulatory Requirements

• The NTIA has determined NEPA and CEQ Regulations apply to major federal actions undertaken by NTIA, including the administration of federal grant programs, and has established the BEAD NEPA Requirements.
• The NTIA has adopted the BEAD NEPA Requirements, including without limitation interim NEPA
  
  

Implementing Procedures, NTIA National Environmental Policy Act Procedures and Categorical Exclusions, 89 Fed. Reg. 22688 (April 4, 2024), that describe the policies, goals, roles and responsibilities, environmental review processes, and required consultations to ensure that NTIA activities, including those undertaken by applicants awarded grant funding are planned and implemented in a manner that considers and mitigates potential environmental impacts.

• The procedures describe the process for conducting environmental reviews for BEAD funded projects, including Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements.
• The procedures also describe the categories of environmental analysis that must be undertaken to determine the environmental impact of a proposed action and the appropriate level of NEPA review. These categories include environmental analyses and related surveys and studies required by the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (16 U.S.C.
• 661 et seq.); National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (16 U.S.C.
• 470 et seq.); Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C.
• 1531 et seq.); Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 (16 U.S.C.
• 703 et seq.); Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act of 1940 (16 U.S.C.
• 668 et seq.); E.O. No. 11990, Protection of Wetlands; E.O. No. 11988, as amended by E.O. 13690, Floodplain Management; and other applicable environmental laws and Executive Orders.
• NTIA’s procedures for compliance with NHPA requirements are largely set forth in ACHP’s Program Comment for Federal Communications Projects (effective March 13, 2024) (ACHP Program Comment
• Questions regarding these requirements or the client’s Wireline procedures should be addressed to NRC.
  
  

Candidate Attributes

• Strong knowledge of Geographical Information Systems and Last-Mile wireline services.
• Project Manager (“PM”) experience, particularly with being responsible for communication and project coordination of cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to work with others on a multi-force task team for the client’s Wireline.
  
  

Candidate Responsibilities

• Work with the client’s chosen Environmental Vendor to perform an initial analysis under
  
  

the BEAD NEPA Requirements of various Proposed Network Designs related to the deployment of wireline and associated communications infrastructure in various locations throughout the country, including without limitation Federal and Tribal lands, to identify any potential relevant impacts (e.g., environmental, cultural, historic), and if any such potential relevant impacts are identified, to provide recommendations on alternative network designs that would avoid or substantially mitigate any such potential relevant impacts, with a particular focus on identifying alternative designs that would both qualify for CEs and avoid Extraordinary Circumstances.

• Maintain an in-house quality control program that ensures discovered report errors or
  
  

deficiencies are corrected prior to external release for consultation with any agencies or tribal entities.

• Update report milestones in a timely manner and provide appropriate documentation to allow the client’s Wireline personnel access to view reports, run ad hoc queries, track progress and access NEPA Reports and associated documentation as needed.
• May also be called upon for specific data gathering efforts relating to project timelines a
  
  

costs.

• Follow the client’s Wireline regulatory interpretations relating to the BEAD NEPA Requirements.
  
  

Scope Of NEPA Review

• The NEPA review will be conducted in accordance with all BEAD NEPA Requirements, including without limitation the NTIA National Environmental Policy Act Procedures and Categorical Exclusions, 89 Fed. Reg. 22688 (April 4, 2024) The NEPA review shall be based upon the client’s Wireline’s Proposed Network Design and information available from commercial services and governmental agencies.
• The NEPA review identifies whether a Proposed Network Design may require the preparation and filing of an EA in accordance with NTIA requirements and CEQ regulations (40 CFR Parts 1500-1508).
• The NEPA review will be based upon the application of scientific principles and professional judgments to certain facts with resultant subjective interpretations. Professional judgments expressed are based on the facts currently available within the limits of existing data, scope of the work, budget and schedule.
• The NEPA review and the associated reports and documentation will be prepared for the exclusive use of the client’s Wireline and Supplier’s reports and/or correspondence will not be used or reproduced in full or in part and may not be used or relied upon in any prospectus or offering circula
  
  

Candidate Shall

• Work with the client’s Wireline (“Subgrantee”) to create a milestone schedule identifying
  
  

specific deadlines;

• Assist the client’s chosen Environmental Vendor is preparing a project description and
  
  

corresponding map for NEPA screening and Tribal outreach for submission to an EE.

• Assist Subgrantee in the finalization of a 75% project design including mapping and permit identification for submission to an EE;
• Schedule, facilitate, and participate in meetings with Vendor and Subgrantee as needed;
• Work with Subgrantee to provide information and assistance to obtain relevant state, local,
  
  

and federal permits; and

• Provide all necessary assistance and coordination in connection with the following high-level
  
  

milestone activities as part of the BEAD NEPA Requirements.

Performance Measures

• Candidate’s performance will be evaluated quarterly through quantitative measurements including timeframes for completion of reports associated with given milestones and geographic location.
  
  

Applicable Definitions

• AAI – All Appropriate Inquiries related to Phase I Environmental Site Assessments
• ACHP – Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
• ASTM – American Society for Testing and Materials
  
  

This particular client may require all new hires show proof of vaccination. However, accommodations may be made for those with disabilities or religious reasons who cannot obtain a vaccine.

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