Full Time

Remote

Network Connex has been serving the telecom industry for more than 20 years, Network Connex accelerates the performance of fiber and wireless network service providers, data center operators, hyperscale cloud companies, cable MSOs, utilities, government entities, and Fortune 500 enterprises. We offer a full range of turnkey capabilities through seasoned professionals in all ranks to provide our customers with a competitive edge in today’s rapidly evolving markets. Our services include state-of-the-art design and engineering; wireless and fiber construction; fiber placement, testing, and acceptance; construction management; and integration.  

 In addition to competitive base pay, Network Connex offers a robust set of benefits from health, dental, vision, short & long-term disability and more. What sets us apart is you are eligible to participate in our benefits programs the first of the month following your start date. One of the shortest benefits eligibility waiting periods in the industry! Our Vanguard 401(k) plan comes with a 5% company match, which you are immediately vested in, and you can start participating at the same time as all the other benefits! We have 10 (ten) paid company holidays, a generous PTO (Paid Time-Off) accrual schedule, and robust health & wellness programs that can help you earn discounts on your health premiums and more! We go beyond base compensation and give you total rewards!  

Position Summary

Telecommunications is one of the fastest growing industries, and we are growing to meet our clients’ ever expanding wireless and wireline needs! Due to BEAD government funding as well as the increasing demand for rural broadband service, we are looking to grow our Fiber-To-The-Home (FTTH) Team to help meet this demand.  We are looking for a driven and energetic individual with a strong work ethic and high level of integrity to join our team.  We are seeking a seasoned FTTH Professional to lead the design, planning, and deployment of our high-speed fiber optic networks.  This position will be responsible for taking projects from initial high-level design through to final "lit" services, ensuring all outside plant (OSP) construction meets technical specifications, stays on budget, and complies with local regulations.  Join us at Network Connex founded by people who have a passion to be the “go to” vendor for our telecom client base.

Key Role Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, permitting, and deployment of multiple FTTH Projects across the several states
• Manage both internal and external vendors to help facilitate the completion of various project milestones
• Apply experience with telecom/utility standards (e.g., NESC, RR, DOT specs) to determine best build environment, handhole/manhole placements, and conduit routing
• Taking lead on communicating project reporting/progression to our customers and shareholders
• Responsible for tracking/documenting dependencies, risks, and deliverables throughout project lifecycle
• Coordinate with field surveying, engineering, permitting, CAD, construction, and operations teams to ensure project success
• Provide technical assistance with Permitting/Regulatory correspondence (DOT/County/City/RR)
• Make expedited design related decisions based on changing field conditions, customer needs, or financial constraints 
• Support quality checks (peer reviews for internal and external deliverables) and closeout documentation for customer submittal
• Use of project management software (e.g., Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, ArcGIS)
• Managing multi-site, municipal, or rural broadband deployments
• Ensure all deliverables meet customer expectations andare in compliance within industry regulations, NESC specifications, and safety standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Business Administration, or equivalent field experience
• 5+ years’ experience within the Telecommunications Industry (OSP Background Preferred)
• Possesses extensive knowledge of the network infrastructure specific to FTTH projects
• Experience with network design and planning, equipment design/installation, and performance troubleshooting
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is preferred
• Expertise within Aerial, Underground, and ISP fiber deployments
• Proficiency with GIS, AutoCAD, Esri for network design documentation
• Awareness of safety protocols, OSHA standards, regulatory compliance
• Familiarity with NESC (National Electrical Safety Code) and local permitting processes/specifications 
• Project Managing Experience within related to one or more of the following projects:

• Telecommunications – Long Haul Fiber, Data Center Infrastructure, OSP, ISP, FTTH, Small Cell, Wireless,etc
• Utility Work Improvements, e.g., Water, Gas, Storm, Sanitary, Electric,etc
• ROW Improvements or Public Developments, e.g., Streets, Sidewalk, Parkways, Park Districts, DOTs,etc
• Land Development, e.g., Residential, Commercial Office, Strip Malls, Subdivisions

• CFOT/CFOS/FOA certifications or equivalent technical credentials
• Prior involvement with OSP Construction, Installation, Maintenance, Break-Fix,etc
• Previous experience with Data Collection/Field Surveying

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience within the Telecommunications Industry or working in similar capacity

• In-depth knowledge of OSP fiber design, construction, permitting, and fiber standards
• Familiarity with typical CAD standards within the civil engineering industry
• Prior project managing experience including customer interfacing
• Understanding of fiber splicing, termination, and testing
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams, contractors, and external stakeholders
• Budget modeling, cost tracking, and financial oversight
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Proven track record of planning, executing, and monitoring fiber network projects, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality control.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and time-management skills,ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, clear communication and collaboration abilities,commitment to accuracy, quality, and documentation standards
• Detail oriented individual with strong organizational skills
• Identify design conflicts and resolve issues proactively
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
• Proactive approach to deadlines, risk mitigation, and continuous learning
• Strong drive/work ethic-works with precision and efficiency
• Know when to seek assistance or escalate technical questions to engineering leadership.

EEOC-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Network Connex believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening.

The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned.