Project Manager

Job Title: Project ManagerJob DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Fiber Installation & Splicing Project Manager to support our rapidly growing fiber operations in Northern Virginia. The focus will be on a 272-mile long-haul fiber project running from Ashburn to Manassas, VA. This role requires managing a major project end-to-end, coordinating subcontractor construction crews, and working with internal splicing and testing teams. The position emphasizes project execution, documentation, reporting, and customer interaction to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with schedule and budget.Responsibilities+ Manage a major long-haul fiber project end-to-end.+ Coordinate subcontractor construction crews and internal splicing/testing teams.+ Ensure project execution, documentation, reporting, and customer interaction.+ Maintain safety, efficiency, schedule, and budget alignment.+ Operate primarily out of the Manassas office with occasional field visits for safety reviews and issue resolution.Essential Skills+ Experience in fiber optic project management, telecommunications construction, and splicing.+ Strong working knowledge of fiber installation, splicing, testing, OTDR, and power meter testing.+ Experience managing large-scale, single projects valued between $5M and $8M.+ Ability to oversee subcontractor cable installation crews and internal teams.+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and experience with Smartsheet.+ Strong documentation, reporting, and data management skills.+ Clear and professional customer communication skills.Additional Skills & Qualifications+ Proven experience managing fiber optic installation and splicing projects.+ Understanding of OSP fiber deployment and long-haul testing.+ Ability to manage multiple crews, supervisors, and subcontractors.+ Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.+ Ability to prioritize and execute in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.+ Willingness to work on-site in Manassas, VA.+ Ability to start within 30-45 days.Work EnvironmentThe role is primarily office-based in Manassas, VA, from Monday to Friday, with occasional site visits for safety reviews or project-specific needs. You will work in a collaborative environment, closely engaging with division supervisors and splicing teams. The operation is structured yet fast-moving, driven by real project demand, not speculative work. Join a well-established, employee-owned company with a strong reputation in utility and infrastructure construction, and enjoy the opportunity to lead a high-visibility project critical to data center and infrastructure growth in Northern Virginia.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Manassas, VA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $48.08 - $57.69/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Manassas,VA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2026.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:+ Hiring diverse talent+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our peopleActalent is an equal opportunity employer.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.