Project Manager (Construction Field) - W2 Role - 5-7yrs Exp, Long Island, New Yo

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing M&Ps to outline all processes and requirements.
• Oversee the coordination and execution of all projects related to quality control, cable locates, and third-party damages, ensuring alignment with company objectives and timelines.
• Build and maintain contacts across each department including OSP, Construction and FS relating to damages, locates, forced relocates, etc.
• Develop and implement strategies to minimize third-party damage risks, including education and outreach programs for contractors and construction teams.
• Liaise with repair crews/construction teams to ensure timely restoration of services affected by third-party damages.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as engineering, operations, and construction to resolve issues related to cable locates, damages, and quality control.
• Provide recommendations to improve overall locate volumes, reduce damage incidents, and enhance quality standards.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including senior management, and provide regular updates on progress.
• Experience with Telecom Construction standards and practices.

Qualifications:

• Project Management: Strong understanding of project lifecycle, timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Problem Solving & Risk Mitigation: Able to proactively identify risks.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar project management certification.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication for coordinating between stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams.
• Telecommunications or Cable TV Industry: At least 5-7 years of experience, ideally in roles related to field operations, quality control, or damage prevention.
• Cable Locates & Damage Prevention: Familiarity with underground utility locating, including knowledge of locating technologies, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Proficiency in project coordination methodologies and tools, with a demonstrated ability to lead the planning, design, and execution of complex projects within budget and timeline constraints.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external partners, and clients.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating project risks.
• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or mapping technologies used in cable locating.
• Must have experience with MS Excel, Power point and Excel as well as PM database management – (WorkFront, Sitetracker, etc.)