Project Manager, Fiber Engineering & Construction

Company Description

At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South.  

Backed by funds managed by Apollo Global Management our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.   

Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality, designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none. 

Brightspeed has an exciting opportunity for Analyst II! As an Analyst II, you will be developing fundamental theories, principles, and concepts. 

Job Description

Brightspeed is searching for a Project Manager, Engineering & Construction to join our team! The Project Manager, Fiber Engineering & Construction is responsible for leading and coordinating the planning, execution, and completion of complex fiber network projects across Homeowner Associations (HOAs) and Multi-Dwelling Units (MDUs). This role ensures projects meet design, permitting, budget, and schedule requirements while maintaining compliance and operational excellence. As a key member of the Engineering & Construction team, the Project Manager drives collaboration across cross-functional teams, manages vendor performance, and delivers high-quality, scalable fiber infrastructure solutions.

As Project Manager, Engineering & Construction your responsibilities will include:

• Leading project management efforts for the Engineering & Construction organization, overseeing cross-functional teams to achieve project goals
• Developing and monitoring engineering and construction build plans for various network types and project scopes
• Tracking project milestones and deliverables across internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely completion
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and permitting requirements
• Managing project budgets and schedules to achieve network readiness targets
• Identifying and removing build roadblocks through collaboration with internal teams, vendors, and government agencies
• Administering vendor contracts, tracking invoices, and ensuring adherence to contractual obligations
• Coordinating internal and vendor work schedules to maintain project timelines and deliverables
• Performing data analysis and developing actionable insights to improve operational efficiency using tools such as Power BI and Power Apps
• Defining, documenting, and optimizing Engineering & Construction processes to support standardization and scalability
• Collaborating with leadership to design and implement future-state processes aligned with program objectives
• Analyzing and interpreting Geographic Information System (GIS) and IQGeo data to support design and build validation
• Creating and delivering training materials, methods and procedures (M&Ps), and communications to support team development and process adoption
• Performing other duties as assigned
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required

Qualifications

WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in telecommunications, with a focus on project management, fiber construction, and network engineering
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP or equivalent)
• Experience managing vendors and administering contracts within telecom or infrastructure industries
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Confluence, JIRA)
• Working knowledge of telecom network design systems (IQGeo, GIS, SmallWorld)
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Power Apps)
• Understanding of financial and procurement systems (Ariba, SAP, Accounts Payable)
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (especially PowerPoint and Excel) and Adobe tools
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and build cross-functional relationships
   

BONUS POINTS FOR:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Business, or related discipline
• Familiarity with telecom