Fiber Optic Project Manager

Fiber Optic Project Manager – Fort Morgan CO 80701

The Fiber Optic Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and successful completion of fiber optic infrastructure projects. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and project management skills to ensure efficient service delivery, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and achievement of performance targets. The ideal candidate will have a background in telecommunications, engineering, and process improvement to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership
• Work closely with the Engineering Department and Contract Engineers.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to design and establish utility easements and site plans.
• Oversee daily telecommunication construction operations, including project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Implement and monitor operational strategies for efficient service delivery.
• Coordinate with customer representatives to optimize workflows and improve job progress.
• Work with engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Track project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and present project status reports to senior management and clients.

Budget Management

• Track and compile project costs, including labor, materials, and equipment.
• Assist in preparing job acceptance packages, highlighting cost-impacting items.
• Monitor operational costs to ensure projects stay within budget and issued POs.
• Reporting & Compliance Use data-driven reports to inform process changes, resource allocation, and operational improvements.
• Ensure compliance with client reporting requirements and industry standards.
• Provide consistent, accurate updates on construction progress and estimated completion dates.
• Customer & Vendor Management
• Oversee customer service operations to ensure timely resolution of customer concerns.
• Monitor, address, and resolve complaints as they arise.
• Manage relationships with contract partners to ensure timely project completion.
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure materials and equipment are quoted, ordered, and received on time.
• Oversee vendor performance to ensure compliance with deadlines and job requirements, including construction, splicing, and testing.
• Team Leadership & Performance
• Lead and supervise both office and field operations staff, ensuring optimal resource allocation and efficiency.
• Provide training, mentorship, and performance management for team members.
• Establish clear weekly, monthly, and quarterly production targets.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Manage project documentation, including permits, contracts, and change orders.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fiber optic construction or a similar role.
• At least 3 years of experience in telecommunications operations, with 2 years in a management or leadership role.
• Strong understanding of fiber optic network design, installation, and maintenance.
• Proven project management experience, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource management.
• Familiarity with telecom industry regulations, technologies, and best practices.
• Experience in managing teams, vendor relationships, and operational processes.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• PMP certification is a plus.

What you didn’t know about us:

Competitive salary

Health, Dental and Vision Benefits

Short/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection

Life Insurance and Retirement Plans

Employee Assistance Program

With this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!

We are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!

We are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.

We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!

Kelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information click Equal Employment Opportunity is the law.

You should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

#JobsAtKellyTelecom