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SAM LLC Telecom Project Manager in Dallas, Texas
Who We Are
SAM is the nation’s largest combined geospatial solutions and inspection service provider in the industry. We use the industry’s most advanced software and hardware for collecting and analyzing complex spatial data across a wide range of markets and scientific disciplines. Our national reach, expertise, and applied technologies uniquely equip us to capture physical environments from coast to coast — delivering practical insights and high-quality spatial data with unrivaled speed and accuracy.
Your Impact at SAM
The OSPE Manager is responsible for providing direction and oversight to the OSPE team in the design, engineering, and permitting of OSP engineering projects. The OSPE Manager will work closely with the existing management team to maintain the momentum and culture, including the mentoring and training of personnel, and the establishment of standards, processes, procedures, and quality control measures for the performance of OSPE services to the telecom industry. The OSPE manager will work closely with the team to ensure the compliance and timely delivery, on all OSPE projects, in such a manner as to provide the highest quality of services to SAM customers.
Provide direction and oversight of internal personnel in the design, engineering, and permitting of OSP engineering projects.
Provide leadership, mentoring, and training of internal OSPE personnel
Establish internal standards, processes, procedures and quality control measures for the OSPE team Assist with OSPE proposal creation and RFP response
Provide for Business Development of OSP engineering opportunities within the Telecom industry
Assist with budget and forecast planning
Provide daily direction and guidance on OSPE projects to ensure their timely completion
Utilize internal SAM tracking databases and project management tools to communicate status, manage projects, and provide detailed reporting
Ensure OSPE projects are in strict adherence to state and local codes and ordinances
Supports customer/client meetings as necessary
What You Bring to SAM
Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or similar degree or equivalent experience is preferred
At least 8 years prior OSP Telecommunications design/engineering experience
Prior management experience of OSPE personnel including PMs and CADD drafters
Past experience designing and implementing commercial and carrier fiber networks, including; infrastructure, backbone and lateral builds
Past experience providing OSPE services to Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, and other carriers is highly preferred
Past experience working directly with utilities, jurisdictions, and governmental agencies
Strong working knowledge of engineering practices and procedures related to fiber/coax design and construction
Past experience managing and coordinating utility conflicts and relocations
Knowledge of (Micro station) Bentley, coax and fiber design software or other industry standard design software preferred
Previous experience using Auto Desk, AutoCAD design software
Strong leadership, communication and organization skills
Ability to work under aggressive project time-lines
Ability to work in a “Team” environment
Flexible to travel up to 25% of the time
Proficient in, Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
Our Perks
Opportunity for hybrid work schedules for office positions – Work-life balance is on us
Company paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, LTD and life insurance (HSA and FSA plans available)
Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays and parental leave) – Accrual starts immediately
401(k) program offers 100% employer match up to 5%
Employee Assistance Program – Your mental health is our priority
Tuition reimbursement
No glass ceiling! Truly a place to spread your wings (Ask about our Career Pathing!)
Trainings throughout the year – Specialized in-house trainings programs designed to assist you in advancing in your career
Office snacks, free food and fun-themed events for employees throughout the year
Passion for our Community – You have endless opportunities to volunteer alongside your peers with our Corporate Social Responsibility Program
Our Culture
Our entrepreneurial culture is a key factor in SAM being recognized as a Top Workplace for nine consecutive years, and we make it our mission to ensure every one of our employees learns how to build and manage a business, not just be the subject matter expert on the team. At SAM, our employee’s development is instrumental to our success. Your learning will be supported by specialized in-house training programs and mentoring by the industry’s leading experts, who just happen to be on our staff! We make SAM a GREAT place to work, but it all starts with YOU!
EEO
SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.
Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or similar degree or equivalent experience is preferred
At least 8 years prior OSP Telecommunications design/engineering experience
Prior management experience of OSPE personnel including PMs and CADD drafters
Past experience designing and implementing commercial and carrier fiber networks, including; infrastructure, backbone and lateral builds
Past experience providing OSPE services to Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, and other carriers is highly preferred
Past experience working directly with utilities, jurisdictions, and governmental agencies
Strong working knowledge of engineering practices and procedures related to fiber/coax design and construction
Past experience managing and coordinating utility conflicts and relocations
Knowledge of (Micro station) Bentley, coax and fiber design software or other industry standard design software preferred
Previous experience using Auto Desk, AutoCAD design software
Strong leadership, communication and organization skills
Ability to work under aggressive project time-lines
Ability to work in a “Team” environment
Flexible to travel up to 25% of the time
Proficient in, Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
The OSPE Manager is responsible for providing direction and oversight to the OSPE team in the design, engineering, and permitting of OSP engineering projects. The OSPE Manager will work closely with the existing management team to maintain the momentum and culture, including the mentoring and training of personnel, and the establishment of standards, processes, procedures, and quality control measures for the performance of OSPE services to the telecom industry. The OSPE manager will work closely with the team to ensure the compliance and timely delivery, on all OSPE projects, in such a manner as to provide the highest quality of services to SAM customers.
Provide direction and oversight of internal personnel in the design, engineering, and permitting of OSP engineering projects.
Provide leadership, mentoring, and training of internal OSPE personnel
Establish internal standards, processes, procedures and quality control measures for the OSPE team Assist with OSPE proposal creation and RFP response
Provide for Business Development of OSP engineering opportunities within the Telecom industry
Assist with budget and forecast planning
Provide daily direction and guidance on OSPE projects to ensure their timely completion
Utilize internal SAM tracking databases and project management tools to communicate status, manage projects, and provide detailed reporting
Ensure OSPE projects are in strict adherence to state and local codes and ordinances
Supports customer/client meetings as necessary