[Hiring] Project Manager @Ciena

Role Description

This role supports the delivery of network deployment and migration programs across multiple sites in North America. The Project Manager is responsible for coordinating field execution, managing project timelines, and ensuring successful delivery of infrastructure activities such as equipment decommissioning, installation, and turn-up.

The role operates in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with multiple projects running in parallel and requires strong coordination across field teams, vendors, and engineering functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Execution
  • Manage end-to-end delivery of assigned projects (initiate, plan, execute, close)
  • Coordinate infrastructure activities including equipment decommissioning, installation, testing, and turn-up
  • Support multiple projects/sites running in parallel
  • Track milestones, deliverables, and overall execution progress
• Field & Vendor Coordination
  • Coordinate field technicians, partners, and internal teams across multiple locations
  • Ensure site readiness (access, materials, design packages, tools)
  • Support vendor engagement (RFQs, onboarding, scheduling)
  • Act as the central point of contact for day-to-day field execution issues
• Planning & Resource Management
  • Develop and maintain project schedules aligned to scope and dependencies
  • Confirm and track resource requirements across field and engineering teams
  • Coordinate sequencing of activities to meet delivery timelines
• Financial & Scope Tracking
  • Track project costs, resource utilization, and forecast vs. actuals
  • Support scope validation and manage changes through structured processes
• Reporting & Communication
  • Provide structured updates (daily/weekly status, dashboards, trackers)
  • Maintain project documentation including schedule, risks, issues, and financials
  • Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders, vendors, and customers
• Risk & Issue Management
  • Identify and track risks related to site readiness, materials, dependencies, and execution
  • Drive timely resolution of issues with appropriate escalation
  • Support delivery in live network environments with no customer impact
• Process & Quality
  • Follow standard delivery tools, processes, and templates
  • Ensure consistency and quality across all assigned projects
  • Capture lessons learned and support continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project management or project coordination
• Experience managing or coordinating field deployment teams is considered an asset
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects

Requirements

• Basic understanding of network deployments or infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with project tracking tools and reporting (Excel, dashboards, etc.)
• Ability to work across cross-functional teams (field, engineering, logistics)
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-volume environments

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans
• Participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time
• Compliance with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence