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Aerwave delivers next-generation Managed Wi-Fi for multifamily communities—seamless, gigabit-speed internet that’s always on, everywhere on your property.

With 24/7 domestic support, intuitive digital tools, and real-time insights, we empower residents, property teams, and owners to stay connected and in control. More than just Wi-Fi, Aerwave builds trust and future-proofs your community for tomorrow’s digital lifestyle.

The Project Manager will lead and oversee the end-to-end execution of low voltage and network hardware installation projects for our managed WiFi solutions. The ideal candidate has a solid background in project management, expertise in low voltage systems, and experience with network hardware deployment. This role involves managing all aspects of project execution, from planning and scheduling to team coordination and client communication, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Project Initiation:

oReview and fully understand contract and pre-sale deliverables: Sales Budget, Scope of Work, Design, Circuit Provider plan, and revenue/conversion model - to ensure proper delivery of system and services

oPlan, manage, and execute projects related to low voltage cabling and network hardware installations.

oDevelop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.

oMonitor and report on project progress and ensure alignment with client requirements and company standards.

Team Leadership & Coordination:

oSupervise and coordinate teams within Aerwave, including CSM, Engineering, Design, Sales, and Leadership, as well as subcontractors, and vendors to achieve project goals

oAssign tasks, set expectations, and monitor/report performance.

oFoster collaboration and ensure clear communication between all stakeholders.

oMentors & provides guidance to new hires and the rest of the PM team.

Technical Management:

oOversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of low voltage systems (structured cabling, fiber optics, etc.) and network hardware (routers, switches, access points).

oTroubleshoot and resolve issues during the project lifecycle utilizing company resources and management as necessary

Client Engagement:

oServe as the primary point of contact for ownership clients, ensuring clear communication and alignment of project goals.

oProvide regular project updates, including progress reports, milestones, and risk assessments.

oAddress client concerns promptly and professionally.

Budget and Resource Management:

oTrack project budgets and ensure cost control measures are in place.

oManage procurement of equipment, materials, and resources required for installations.

oReview and approve project-related expenses, invoices, and change orders.

oMonitor Accounts Receivables and assist with collections as necessary.

Compliance and Quality Assurance:

oEnsure site inspections occur by Construction Manager to verify work quality and adherence to Aerwave standards

oEnsure proper documentation of installations, configurations, and as-built drawings.

Risk Management:

oIdentify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies.

oResolve conflicts or delays that arise during project execution.

oEscalate issues as needed to ensure timely resolution.

Project Plan and Schedule Management:

oCreate and Update Project Plan and Schedule accounting for all relevant in-scope items, tasks, responsibilities and due dates

oEnsure project phase completions occur with all deliverables submitted prior to closing the phase

oEnsure completion of all tasks and activities are QC'ed by the appropriate subject matter expert (SME)

oEnsure proper punch-list completion along with all closeout materials submitted

oSchedule and execute Closeout Meetings and guide all stakeholder through Lessons Learned process

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Telecommunications or a related field or combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing projects involving low voltage systems and network hardware installations.
• Strong understanding of structured cabling, fiber optics, and network hardware (e.g., routers, switches, access points).
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices (e.g., TIA/EIA, BICSI).
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet) and technical documentation software (e.g., AutoCAD).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in project management tools and software.
• Experience in tenant finish out project management, expediting, and logistics management.
• Experience in inspection and compliance with regulations.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Understand critical milestones that drive operational excellence.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in the use of a computer, and software applications including Microsoft Office.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Highly organized and attentive to detail, with the ability to work on multiple tasks/projects simultaneously (multi-task).
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work with personnel at all levels, both within and outside the company.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
• Easily takes initiative and works independently.
• Maturity, professionalism, and good work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CAPM/PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Networking certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+)

Benefits:

• Join a dynamic, fast-growing company where you will have the opportunity to make an immediate, high-level impact to Aerwave’s growth and success.
• Clear line of sight for career advancement and significant accomplishments.
• Base salary that is externally competitive and bonuses and ad-hoc recognition awards, that are based on efforts and tied to performance.
• We work hard at Aerwave, and you will too. But that means we need time off to rest and recharge. All executive team members receive unlimited paid time off.
• Additionally, you receive 15 paid Company holidays.
• High-quality health care coverage through Aetna Base Plan. Aerwave covers 100% of the premium for the base plan and up to 75% of the premium of any higher-tier insurance plan.
• 401(k) matching 100% up to 4% of base salary.

Originally posted on Himalayas

This is a remote position.

Position Title:Project Manager, OSP Construction & Engineering

Base Salary:$77,000 to $126,000 annually DOE

Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending account, paid sick leave and paid time off, parental leave, quarterly performance bonus, training, career growth, and education reimbursement programs.

Ziply Fiber is a local internet service provider dedicated to elevating the connected lives of the communities we serve. We offer the fastest home internet in the nation, a refreshingly great customer experience, and affordable plans that put customers in charge.

As our state-of-the-art fiber network expands, so does our need for team members who can help us grow and realize our goals.

Our Company Values:

• Genuinely Caring:We treat customers and colleagues like neighbors, with empathy and full attention.

• Empowering You:We help customers choose what is best for them, and we support employees in implementing new ideas and solutions.

• Innovation and Improvement:We constantly seek ways to improve how we serve customers and each other.

• Earning Your Trust:We build trust through clear, honest, human communication.

Job Summary

The Project Manager, OSP Construction & Engineering is responsible for managing the quality, on-budget and timely completion of all construction projects across residential and commercial segments. The Project Manager, OSP Construction & Engineering will work closely with our vendor partners and will ensure adherence to all company and government guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities listed below are a range of duties performed by the employee and not intended to reflect all duties performed.

Project Management and Delivery

·Responsible for the day-to-day management of projects using project management tools, processes, and methodologies to ensure projects are delivered on-time, on budget and with excellent quality. Serve as point of contact for everything involving a project’s organization and timeline.

·Create long and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines.

·Demonstrate consistent ownership and accountability for the delivery of projects.

Project Status, Documentation, and Reporting

·Must have the ability to provide status across all ongoing projects at any given time.

·Maintain comprehensive project documentation and provide regular streamlined reports to leadership.

Communication, Coordination, and Resource Alignment

·Coordinate and host regular meeting series to ensure communication and alignment of initiatives, information sharing and implementation of best practices.

·Ensure that all team members have the required information and resources to carry out their tasks effectively.

·Coordinate with relevant internal team members to coordinate action items and realistic timelines to meet business goals.

·Coordinate and facilitate with internal and external resources to affect the timely completion of projects.

Risk Management and Issue Resolution

·Continuously perform risk assessment and resolve issues as they arise or quickly engage others to resolve to reduce adverse timing and quality impacts of the project schedule.

Process Improvement and Operational Efficiency

·Gather and provide feedback on lessons learned, best practices and innovations on process/procedures and tools to improve efficiencies and cycle time.

·Drive processes and automation to support LEAN process approaches to solve problems.

Other Duties

·Performs other duties as required to support the business and evolving organization.

Required Qualifications:

·High school diploma or GED.

·Minimum five (5) years of Telecommunication experience or equivalent project management experience.

·Experience managing large scale projects.

·Demonstrated experience meeting project commitment deadlines.

·Familiarity with Outside Plant (OSP) architectures consisting of underground, direct buried, aerial, and building applications.

• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe.
• Understand LEAN concepts.

Preferred Qualifications:

·PMP certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

·Ability to influence others to meet project objectives.

·Ability to work independently and apply sound judgment and reasoning skills to a variety of situations.

·Ability to multi-task and collaborate effectively with other personnel to meet deadlines.

·Strong verbal and written communication, attention to detail and organizational skills.

·Ability to work within critical deadlines.

·Ability to adjust to rapidly changing priorities and schedules.

·Ability to provide excellent customer service.

·Effective conflict resolution skills.

·Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when applicable to meet deadlines.

·Must be organized and accountable.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US for any employer. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking, or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi-line telephone system. The work is primarily a modern office setting.

At all times, Ziply Fiber must be your primary employer. Unless otherwise prohibited by law, employees may not hold outside employment nor be self-employed without obtaining approval in writing from Ziply Fiber. In holding outside employment or self-employment, employees should ensure that participation does not conflict with responsibilities to Ziply Fiber or its business interests.

Diverse Workforce / EEO:

Ziply Fiber is an equal opportunity employer. Ziply Fiber will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, and the presence of a non-job-related handicap or disability or any other legally protected status.

Ziply Fiber requires a pre-employment background check as conditions of employment. Ziply Fiber may require a pre-employment drug screening.

Ziply Fiber is a drug free workplace.

Originally posted on Himalayas