Project Manager

Astound Broadband, the sixth-largest telecommunications provider in the United States, is a leading supplier of cutting-edge technology and communications services and applicants like you make it all possible. To develop your career, we provide one-on-one training and coaching, a supportive work environment and the opportunity to represent a superior telecommunications company.

Additionally, we offer a robust benefits package, including rewards, recognition and employee discounts to ensure your continued success. With us, you'll stay empowered to do your best work by creating astounding possibilities for local communities and beyond.

The Project Manager will assist all involved departments in the management of construction projects. This position will participate in the conceptual development of the project and oversee its organization, scheduling, and implementation. Astound Broadband is currently seeking to fill up to two positions for this role.

Where you will work: This position will be based in Astounds Evansville, IN office, and would be an in office/field role.

A Day in the Life of the Project Manager

• Perform field walkout of Astounds Franchise Areas for the following: Routing options for building penetrations of coax and/or fiber, routing options for riser construction, MDU post wiring designs, infrastructure repairs for existing properties, and forced relates of Astound plant.
• Verify system routing maps per design specifications in Astounds build area.
• Ability to recognize and identify problems in the field, within the guidelines provided by Astound, that may pose concerns for the design or/or construction of Astounds network build(s).
• Assist drafters in reading field maps while learning basics of AutoCAD drafting.
• Assist other Astound field associates with various field tasks when required.
• Prepare weekly and monthly production reports on results of work completed.
• Schedule and manage the installation of all work orders which may include direct coordination with municipalities, landlords, customers and internal departments.
• Maintain a positive representation of Astound at all customer meetings.
• Manage contractor bidding, awards and payment for projects.
• Supervise all contractors to achieve the survey/installation objectives, due dates and quality standards.
• Project management support for other high-impact projects across SMB, Enterprise, and Residential business unit.
• Maintain documentation and database for all SMB, Enterprise and Residential Survey requests and update as needed.
• Manage all budgetary aspects of each project based on the capital & operational expense targets.
• Create, manage and maintain all survey work orders to comply with local construction standards and insure construction completion dates are met.
• Provide building design drafts for wire routing in apartments, building backbone wiring and laterals in accordance with Astound cable standards to Astound Network Designer(s).
• Perform all work in a safe manner according to all company independent agencies municipal, state and federal safe work rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Work Experience: 7+ years with fiber-optic/telecom construction
• Knowledge: General knowledge of RF Fiber/Coax hybrid design philosophy, understanding of general forward and reverse RF design architecture, understanding of "loop-through" and "home run" building design architectures, basic understanding of fiber optics in relationship to RF Network Design, and basic understanding of RF Distortion Calculations. Familiar with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and related software.
• Skills: Self-starter with proven customer service skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills. Able to clearly and effectively communicate through oral and written means. Can work independently or as part of a team. Flexible to assignment changes and able to multitask. Ability to interpret design maps, schematics, engineering & utility plans and architectural drawings. Ability to orient oneself between a location on a printed map and the actual physical location.
• Working Conditions: Ability to walk over rough terrain when necessary, work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions, and work in confined spaces. Ability to be able to lift up to 50 to 75 lbs. 10 to 15 times per day/shift. i.e. manholes, climb a ladder up to 10 to 15 times per day, and kneel up to 10 to 15 times per day. Work in a fast paced environment.
• Neat and professional appearance

Education and Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelors of Science/Bachelors of Engineering or related preferred)
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

We're Proud to Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:

• 401k retirement plan, with employer match
• Insurance options including: medical, dental, vision, life and STD insurance
• Paid Time Off/Vacation: Starting at 80 hours per year, and increases based on tenure with the organization
• Floating Holiday: 40 hours per year
• Paid Holidays: 7 days per year
• Paid Sick Leave: Astound allows a number of paid sick hours per calendar year and varies based on state and/or local laws
• Tuition reimbursement program ( after 1 year of employment up to $4,000.00 per calendar year)
• Employee discount program ( If in our serviceable area)

*Benefits listed above are for regular full-time positions

The base salary range in Indiana for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 annually, plus opportunities for bonus, benefits and commission, if applicable. The base pay range represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and capabilities. It is specific to Indiana and may not be applicable to other locations.

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Diverse Workforce / EEO:

Astound Broadband is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are dedicated to cultivating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected and empowered. Discrimination of any kind has no place here. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to create a culture that celebrates our differences and promotes fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.

FCO (For San Francisco Candidates Only):

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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