Project and Field Manager - Telecom Field Operations

Extracta Group seeks a hands-on Project Manager to lead Texas field operations for copper network decommissioning and recovery. This role owns day-to-day field execution, stakeholder coordination, safety, reporting, and crew leadership across multiple work fronts. Ideal candidates bring telecom operations experience, strong leadership and rigor, and a bias for action aligned with Extracta’s mission to transform legacy copper networks into economic, operational, and environmental value.How You'll ContributeLead daily field operations across multiple extraction fronts (splicing, pulling, bundling, transport, container logistics)Plan and schedule crews, equipment, yard activities, and materials to hit production targetsServe as primary point of contact for clients, utilities, municipalities, and subcontractors with clear, timely communicationOversee technical execution in COs, manholes, vaults, ducts, and yards; support splicing/decommissioning workflowsRun yard operations: inventory control, staging, cable segregation, and dispatch; maintain tool and fleet readinessEnforce safety and compliance standards (OSHA, traffic control, permits, utility locates); lead JSAs and toolbox talksProduce accurate reports, dashboards, and client updates; track production, costs, variances, and KPIsManage subcontractors: scope, quality, performance, and adherence to SOPs and SLAsIdentify risks, remove blockers, and drive continuous improvement and practical innovation in the fieldSupport budgeting, job costing, and P&L awareness; optimize productivity and cost per foot recoveredBuild, coach, and hold accountable high-performing, safety-first field teamsCoordinate regulatory/municipal permits, inspections, and right-of-way requirementsWhat Makes You a Great Fit5–10+ years in telecom, utilities, or civil field operations; copper infrastructure experience preferredProven leadership in the field (foreman, supervisor, PM) managing multi-crew, multi-site operationsFluent with telecom environments: Central Offices, manholes/vaults, duct banks, splicing/decommissioning workflowsAbility to read and interpret Shape/KMZ workprints and basic engineering documentationStrong command of Excel and cloud tools (Google Workspace/Office 365; familiarity with Zoho or similar apps)Fluent use of AI platform for work optimization.Demonstrated excellence in reporting, client-facing communication, and stakeholder managementOSHA-aware with a track record of building and enforcing safety-first culture; traffic control and permit know-howComfort with mechanical equipment, yard management, inventory control, and fleet/tool maintenance practicesBusiness and Financial acumen: basic understanding of budgets, costing, productivity metrics, and P&L driversHigh initiative, ownership mentality, and resilience in fast-moving, resource-constrained environmentsValid driver’s license; ability to travel regionally across Texas; willingness to work field schedules as neededEducation: Degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Construction Management preferred, or equivalent experienceAlignment with Extracta values: Integrity, Ownership, Proactive Innovation, Collaborative Excellence, Rigor, and Value Creation