What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Controls Manager position at Highline Services LLC?

Job Description

Highline is a fast-growing fiber internet provider that brings superior speed and service to those in underserved areas. Our employees are highly motivated and internally driven to succeed. Highline is seeking professionals with a growth mindset that are looking to work in a team atmosphere. Our employees are leaders in their fields and are committed to helping our service grow. We are determined to hire candidates with values that fit our culture of leading, growing and working as a team!

Primary Duties / Responsibilities :

Lead a small team of specialists to collect required data and necessary approvals for all things related to the right-of-way where Highline’s network construction is planned.
Utilize contractor resources to adhere to project deadlines.
Oversee and help obtain permit approval for all of Highline’s projects in Michigan. This includes various road jurisdictions, municipalities, pole owners, railroad companies, National Forest offices, etc.
Oversee all private right-of-entry permission activity for Highline’s projects in Michigan. This includes private roads, private utility easements, homeowner’s associations (“HOA’s) or related, individual property owners as the project requires, and Department of Natural Resources (“DNR”), etc.
Manage and maintain a detailed permit project tracker.
Manage permit storage system to ensure all pertinent documents are easily able to be located by anybody requiring them on the Highline project.
Maintain database of permit standards, requirements and contacts for any entity related to Highline’s projects.
Lead project meetings with various permit entities for project starts or on a regular basis if necessary.
Assist with creating of GIS based polygons to outline permit structure for a project based on its design and ensure that the list of those generated is presented to engineering for permit drafting.
Provide field staking for permit applications when needed or required by permitting entity.
Oversee contractor invoicing; ensure that all information is documented accurately and processed in a timely manner.
Work with rest of construction team to ensure that any repairs, restoration, or quality items are addressed before billing is processed unless otherwise approved by Director.
Assist Director and GIS team to validate newly serviceable homes passed by network construction activity.
All other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities :

Ability to lead a group of people toward a shared goal while fostering a growth-oriented workplace.

Ability to effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner through written and verbal communications in all interfaces with customers / public, fellow employees, and vendors.

Strong reporting skills and ability to manage and present communications to the management team.

Ability to use appropriate computer programs (including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite, GIS based applications) which includes having proficient computer skills and the ability to adapt and learn as programs and processes change.

Ability to work together as part of a team and help one another grow.

Ability to appropriately prioritize and manage multiple requests at once.

Ability to embrace change in the workplace while encouraging others to seek innovative approaches.

Ability to work a flexible work schedule, as needed, to best serve our customers.

Qualifications & Competencies :

3 years working on various FTTP / FTTH (Fiber to the Home architectures) projects with focus on time, budget, and quality.

Thorough knowledge of project management, asset management, and network design / construction in Utility easements, Public or Private rights-of-way, both underground and aerial permitting (including make ready), as is required to complete a large and diverse FTTH project.

Experience working with National Forestry Service and / or Michigan Department of Natural Resources preferred.

Thorough understanding of NESC codes related to construction of underground and overhead communication lines, and the ability to adapt to any specific requirements held by local pole owners.

Thorough understanding of safety practices and regulations regarding working in the road right-of-way or easement.

Physical Requirements :

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk or in a vehicle.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings (Drug and Background).

Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Highline Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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