Network Operations Project Manager

SwoonBeltsville, MD, United States

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Network Operations Project Manager, Nationwide FAA Tower Lighting Relocation

Onsite - Beltsville, MD

Contract through mid Feb 2026

Pay Rate : 60 / hr - 71 / hr

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Project Manager to lead a critical, nationwide initiative. This is a large-scale project to relocate FAA tower lighting systems from within existing shelters to external positions across approximately 1,500 sites. The ideal candidate will be a key player in ensuring rapid, high-quality execution by working closely with internal teams and external construction vendors.

Key Responsibilities :

End-to-End Project Management : Lead the full project lifecycle from initiation and planning to execution and close-out, ensuring all deliverables are met with a focus on speed and quality.
Scoping & Planning : Partner with engineering and construction teams to define site-specific scopes of work and develop detailed project schedules.
Hardware & Material Management : Oversee and track the timely procurement and delivery of all required FAA lighting equipment and supporting hardware.
Construction Oversight : Collaborate with contractors to manage construction schedules, ensure adherence to design and compliance standards, and resolve site-specific challenges.
Vendor Coordination : Act as the primary liaison between our company and multiple external vendors, fostering alignment on priorities, timelines, and quality expectations.
Site-Level Tracking : Drive weekly planning and progress tracking at the individual site level to ensure milestones are achieved and bottlenecks are proactively resolved.
Quality & Compliance : Ensure that all site installations comply with FAA and our company's requirements, and that high standards of workmanship are maintained throughout.
Close-Out Management : Lead the documentation, reporting, and final approval processes for site close-outs to ensure accurate records and successful project closure.

Required Qualifications :

5+ years of experience in large-scale telecom or construction project management.

Proven track record managing complex, multi-site projects with significant vendor involvement.

Strong understanding of wireless infrastructure, construction processes, and FAA lighting systems is preferred.

Exceptional planning, organizational, and analytical skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple, competing demands.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong team-oriented mindset.

Proficiency in project management tools and platforms (e.g., Smartsheet, Excel, Microsoft Project, etc.).

Preferred Attributes :

PMP certification or equivalent experience in formal project management methodologies.

Background in telecom field operations or site deployment.

Experience managing remote and geographically dispersed teams / vendors.

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