Director of Operations, Vero

• Candidates should have hands-on experience building out dense (250+ node) metro networks and/or long haul (>100 mile) fiber networks including management of complex federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
• 10+ years’ experience in project management
• Highly developed written and verbal communications skills for detailed customer interactions and executive reporting
• Thorough understanding of utility engineering, permitting and construction process
• Ability to develop detailed project schedules and manage work activities to ensure timely completion
• Development, management, and demonstrated command and control of large capital budgets
• Strong planning skills, including ability to anticipate and mitigate project risks
• Thorough understanding of fiber network cost structure and ability to identify and achieve costs savings
• Understanding of fiber engineering and documentation standards and principles
• Strong background in Google Suite (Sheets, etc.), Google Maps, Google Earth

Desirable

• Department: Operations
• Reports To: VP, Operations
• This position is responsible for overall project management (schedule and budget) for multiple large construction projects across multiple states
• Includes management and hiring of OSP project managers, construction managers and inspectors. Also includes direct oversight of environmental, OSP engineering/construction firms, project reporting (internally and to customers) and rapid resolution of project roadblocks
• Recruiting, oversight and management of outside plant project managers, construction managers, inspectors and project coordinators
• Identification, bid management & negotiation with environmental, OSP engineering, and OSP construction firms
• Tactical large project management, including establishing project schedules, running regular project calls and performing support project functions as needed
• Providing build cost estimates or validations for sales team
• Managing service delivery functions, including providing regular customer updates (written and/or oral), coordinating site access, and close out package preparation
• Documenting splicing requirements and maintaining fiber engineering documentation
• Ensuring the maintenance of up-to-date network maps in Vero’s proprietary geospatial project management platform, including in-flight design changes and final as-built routes
• The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday with occasional weekend availability as needed to fulfill the core duties of the role
• This position requires the ability to sit and work at a desk for extended periods of time, using a computer and other office equipment
• This position requires the ability to perform fine motor tasks, such as typing or using a mouse, for extended period of time