Senior Operations Manager Shore End and Terrestrial (4001)

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world?

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.

Position Overview

The Director of Marine and Terrestrial Installation is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and management of marine shore end operations and terrestrial backhaul construction projects. This includes coordinating vessel landings, managing cable shore-end installations, and ensuring the seamless integration of terrestrial infrastructure to support subsea cable systems. The role demands strong leadership, technical expertise, and strategic oversight to ensure budget adherence, compliance, safety, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

Marine Shore End Operations and Terrestrial Backhaul Construction :

• Lead the planning and execution of cable shore-end landings, including coordination with marine contractors and local authorities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and maritime regulations.
• Oversee marine safety protocols and emergency response planning.
• Direct the design and construction of terrestrial cable routes from shore landing stations to network nodes.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, and utility providers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Manage permitting, right-of-way acquisition, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor construction progress, budget adherence, and quality control.
• Integrate terrestrial systems with marine cable infrastructure for seamless connectivity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in marine operations and terrestrial infrastructure projects.
• Proven leadership in managing large-scale cable landing and backhaul construction projects.
• Strong understanding of maritime regulations, environmental compliance, and telecom infrastructure.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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