[Hiring] Project Management Launch Specialist @Zayo Group

Role Description

The OSP Controls & Governance team is seeking a detail-oriented Project Management Launch Specialist to oversee the accurate and timely setup of new projects. This role ensures project data, documentation, and system relationships are complete and compliant with established standards before transitioning to execution teams.

Serving as the first line of project governance, this position plays a critical role in maintaining data integrity, minimizing downstream errors and rework, and improving operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Remote within the United States.

Work Authorization Requirement: This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization, such as OPT, TN, H1B or any other type of work visa, now or in the future. Zayo will not provide, transfer, or assume sponsorship for any employment visa or work authorization for this position now or in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the project initiation process, ensuring accurate and complete setup prior to handoff to execution teams.
• Validate project information, documentation, and system relationships against established governance standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve missing, inaccurate, or incomplete project information.
• Maintain data accuracy and consistency across project management platforms and reporting systems.
• Identify recurring setup issues, recommend process improvements, and support workflow optimization.
• Monitor and report on project launch accuracy, compliance, and operational performance.
• Provide guidance to project teams on launch requirements, standards, and processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in project coordination, governance, data management, or related operational functions preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage high volumes of information accurately.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, including identifying inconsistencies and resolving issues proactively.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and project management tools.
• Experience with Salesforce or Sitetracker is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Core Competencies

• Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities and consistently delivers accurate, timely results.
• Organization: Effectively manages multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Problem-Solving: Proactively identifies challenges, navigates ambiguity, and drives resolution with moderate supervision.
• Collaboration: Communicates effectively and builds productive cross-functional relationships.
• Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to strengthen processes, controls, and operational efficiency.

Additional Requirements

• Work Authorization Requirement: This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Zayo will not provide, transfer, or assume sponsorship for any employment visa or work authorization for this position now or in the future.
• Ability to travel occasionally for critical meetings (estimated less than 10%).
• Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Estimated Salary

Estimated base salary range: $53,300 - $82,000 USD/annually. The base pay range shown is a guideline and reasonable estimate for this role. It takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted range based upon geographic location, work experience, skill level, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Non-sales roles may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive plan. Sales roles may be eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan.

Benefits

• Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
• Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave