[Hiring] Senior IT Infrastructure Project Manager @Astreya

Role Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior IT Infrastructure Project Manager to lead and deliver managing complex utility-scale ISP/OSP fiber infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in leading cross-functional technical teams to deliver multi-site utility-style fiber projects, including:

• Common facilities
• Network infrastructure
• OSP fiber construction (trenching, conduit, vaults, splicing)
• Aerial/underground builds
• Fiber backbone expansion

With a strong understanding of both waterfall and agile project management frameworks, the successful candidate will effectively drive project execution while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end fiber infrastructure projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Manage projects related to fiber infrastructure, such as OSP fiber construction, including trenching, conduit, vaults, and splicing operations.
• Review and interpret detailed engineering drawings, including HLDs, LLDs, splice diagrams, redlines, and as-builts.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including schedules, milestones, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Implement deployment strategies using an iterative approach to ensure smooth transitions and minimize disruptions.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including technical staff, vendors, and stakeholders, to ensure project success.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications, updates, and reporting.
• Monitor and mitigate project risks and issues, escalating as necessary to ensure successful outcomes.
• Drive adoption of best practices in project management methodologies, balancing waterfall and agile approaches based on project needs.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior project managers and team members.
• Conduct site visits as needed across utility and infrastructure locations to assess project needs, validate field conditions, and ensure alignment between design requirements and actual site constraints.
• Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience managing complex fiber infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in utility-grade OSP/ISP fiber construction, including aerial/underground builds and permitting processes.
• Strong knowledge of both waterfall and agile project management methodologies as applied to infrastructure deployments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, documentation).
• Ability to work on multiple projects and assignments concurrently.
• Self-starter who is able to quickly learn new tools and gain familiarity with new processes and technologies with minimal assistance.
• In-depth experience creating spreadsheets, presentation material, and project/process documentation.
• Strong observational and analytical skills, including: ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information, strong attention to detail and accuracy, ability to track and report metrics, and manage risks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in utility or energy sector projects.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Agile certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, SAFe).

Physical Demand & Work Environment

• Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing.
• Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment.
• Must be able to use a computer.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively.
• Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Salary Range

$92,880.00 - $154,800.00 USD (Salary)

Please note that the salary information provided herein is base pay only (gross); it does not include other forms of compensation which may or may not apply to this specific position, namely, performance-based bonuses, benefits-related payments, or other general incentives - none of which are guaranteed, may be subject to specific eligibility requirements, and are wholly within the discretion of Astreya to remit.

Further, the salary information noted above is a range that consists of a minimum and maximum rate of pay for this specific position. Where an applicant or employee is placed on this range will depend and be contingent on objective, documented work-related considerations like education, experience, certifications, licenses, preferred qualifications, among other factors.

Benefits

• Medical provided through UHC (PPO, HSA, Surest options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only.
• Dental provided through UHC.
• Nationwide Vision provided by UHC.
• Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care.
• Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific).
• Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera.
• Corporate Wellness Program provided by Goomi Group.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness Days.
• 401k Plan.
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Short Term & Long Term Disability.
• Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped).
• Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually).
• Paid Holidays.
• Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other ancillary benefits required under state and federal law.