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We are looking for professionals with direct experience managing underground and aerial telecom construction projects, including fiber deployment, splicing, Metro-E, and full turnkey services.\nDue to continued growth, we are currently hiring multiple Project Managers.\nRole Overview\nThe Project Manager will oversee BAU telecom construction work across multiple markets, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to client standards. This includes managing both underground and aerial fiber construction, coordinating crews, and maintaining strong communication with clients and internal teams.\nThis role focuses on project execution and field leadership, supported by a strong internal operations team.\nResponsibilities\nManage BAU telecommunications construction projects\nOversee underground and aerial fiber construction\nCoordinate fiber splicing, activation, and Metro-E deployments\nManage full turnkey telecom construction projects\nCoordinate field crews, subcontractors, and internal resources\nTrack project timelines, deliverables, and budgets\nMaintain communication with clients and internal leadership\nMonitor production metrics and performance goals\nIdentify and resolve project issues proactively\nEnsure safety and quality standards are maintained\nWhat Makes This Role Different\nWe provide strong internal support so Project Managers can focus on execution:\nIn-house engineering and design department\nDedicated utility locate coordination team\nSeparate invoicing and billing department\nProject coordination and administrative support\nEstablished operational systems and processes\nThis allows you to focus on running projects and delivering results, not administrative tasks.\nRequired Experience\nDirect experience managing telecommunications construction projects\nExperience with underground and aerial fiber construction\nExperience coordinating fiber splicing and activation\nExperience managing Metro-E or business services deployments\nExperience managing multiple concurrent projects\nStrong organizational and leadership skills\nAbility to work in fast-paced BAU environment\nPreferred Experience\nExperience working with major telecom providers\nExperience managing full turnkey telecom construction\nExperience managing subcontractors and internal crews\nKnowledge of telecom construction standards and practices\nAbout Us\n30+ years in telecommunications construction\nEstablished, stable, and growing company\nLong-term programs with major Fortune 50 telecom providers\nMultiple positions available due to growth\nStrong internal support and operational structure\nOpportunity for long-term career growth\nCompensation & Benefits\nCompetitive salary based on experience\nPerformance-based incentives\nFull-time position\nLong-term growth opportunities\nEstablished and stable company\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k)\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nLife insurance\nVision insurance\nApplication Question(s):\nDo you have direct experience managing telecommunications construction projects (fiber, coax, or telecom infrastructure)?\nWhich types of telecom construction projects have you managed? (Select all that apply)\nUnderground Fiber Construction\nAerial Fiber Construction\nFiber Splicing Coordination\nMetro-E / Business Services\nBAU Maintenance Programs\nFull Turnkey Fiber Deployment\nNo direct telecom experience\nHave you worked on programs for large telecommunications providers or major MSOs?\nHow many active telecom construction projects have you managed simultaneously?\nWork Location: In person","company":"Act","rawCompany":"act","city":"Wheaton","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T15:56:41.627Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9021.00","title":"Construction Managers","slug":"construction-managers"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"47-1011.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-construction-trades-and-extraction-workers"}],"industries":[{"code":"237130","title":"Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction","slug":"power-and-communication-line-and-related-structures-construction"},{"code":"237990","title":"Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction","slug":"other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-construction"},{"code":"238990","title":"All Other Specialty Trade Contractors","slug":"all-other-specialty-trade-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Telecommunications Construction Project Manager","description":"Major Fortune 50 Telecom Programs | Illinois | Full-Time | 30-Year Established Company\nAn established telecommunications construction company with over 30 years in business is expanding and seeking experienced Telecommunications Construction Project Managersto support BAU (Business-As-Usual) programs for major Fortune 50 telecommunications providers throughout Illinois.\nThis is not an entry-level PM role. We are looking for professionals with direct experience managing underground and aerial telecom construction projects, including fiber deployment, splicing, Metro-E, and full turnkey services.\nDue to continued growth, we are currently hiring multiple Project Managers.\nRole Overview\nThe Project Manager will oversee BAU telecom construction work across multiple markets, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to client standards. This includes managing both underground and aerial fiber construction, coordinating crews, and maintaining strong communication with clients and internal teams.\nThis role focuses on project execution and field leadership, supported by a strong internal operations team.\nResponsibilities\nManage BAU telecommunications construction projects\nOversee underground and aerial fiber construction\nCoordinate fiber splicing, activation, and Metro-E deployments\nManage full turnkey telecom construction projects\nCoordinate field crews, subcontractors, and internal resources\nTrack project timelines, deliverables, and budgets\nMaintain communication with clients and internal leadership\nMonitor production metrics and performance goals\nIdentify and resolve project issues proactively\nEnsure safety and quality standards are maintained\nWhat Makes This Role Different\nWe provide strong internal support so Project Managers can focus on execution:\nIn-house engineering and design department\nDedicated utility locate coordination team\nSeparate invoicing and billing department\nProject coordination and administrative support\nEstablished operational systems and processes\nThis allows you to focus on running projects and delivering results, not administrative tasks.\nRequired Experience\nDirect experience managing telecommunications construction projects\nExperience with underground and aerial fiber construction\nExperience coordinating fiber splicing and activation\nExperience managing Metro-E or business services deployments\nExperience managing multiple concurrent projects\nStrong organizational and leadership skills\nAbility to work in fast-paced BAU environment\nPreferred Experience\nExperience working with major telecom providers\nExperience managing full turnkey telecom construction\nExperience managing subcontractors and internal crews\nKnowledge of telecom construction standards and practices\nAbout Us\n30+ years in telecommunications construction\nEstablished, stable, and growing company\nLong-term programs with major Fortune 50 telecom providers\nMultiple positions available due to growth\nStrong internal support and operational structure\nOpportunity for long-term career growth\nCompensation & Benefits\nCompetitive salary based on experience\nPerformance-based incentives\nFull-time position\nLong-term growth opportunities\nEstablished and stable company\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k)\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nLife insurance\nVision insurance\nApplication Question(s):\nDo you have direct experience managing telecommunications construction projects (fiber, coax, or telecom infrastructure)?\nWhich types of telecom construction projects have you managed? 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