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Dycom Industries

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Project Manager

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Summary

A project manager in Dycom's TelCom Preconstruction group owns telecom construction projects end-to-end in a turn-key environment — from job intake, scope review, permitting, and dispatch to tracking field progress and deadlines. Relies on PMI methodologies, CPM/EVM scheduling, and tools like Google Apps, Bluebeam Power PDF, and Smartsheet.

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TelCom is currently seeking a driven and experienced Project Management (PMO) Manager.

In this role, you will be responsible for the full completion of projects and programs, overseeing all aspects of the project lifecycle within a turn-key environment. You will rely heavily on your extensive industry experience and expert judgment to plan, organize, and execute a variety of complex projects. Successful experience leading large, complex turn-key programs is essential for this role.

Connecting you to great benefits

  • Weekly Paychecks
  • Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
  • Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
  • 401(k) w/ Company Match
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Legal Insurance
  • Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do

  • End-to-End Program Ownership: Manage and oversee all phases of the project lifecycle from intake to completion in a turn-key environment.

  • Job Intake & Initial Review: Direct the new job intake process and conduct thorough desktop reviews to assess scope and feasibility.

  • Documentation & Scope Management: Prepare, review, and process work order change forms accurately.

  • Risk & Permitting Oversight: Proactively identify potential roadblocks, evaluate permitting requirements, and secure necessary approvals to keep projects moving forward.

  • Execution & Dispatch: Efficiently issue out jobs to field teams and contractors.

  • Progress Tracking & Communication: Maintain continuous communication with field supervisors to gather updates, track construction progress, and ensure deadlines and standards are met.

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What you’ll need

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in an industry-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and working experience (Postgraduate degree preferred).

  • 4–7 years of experience in delivering OSP (Outside Plant) Telecommunications services or utility-related industry experience.

  • 4–7 years of experience directly managing a team of direct reports.

  • PMP or PgMP Certification preferred.

Technical & Professional Skills:

  • Applied knowledge of the project lifecycle as defined by PMI, including project management methodologies and financial principles/practices.

  • Mastery of scheduling methodology, Critical Path Methodology (CPM), and Earned Value Management (EVM).

  • Proficient in technical writing, organizational systems, and standard business software, including Google Applications (Mail, Sheets, Docs), Bluebeam Power PDF, and Smartsheet.

Leadership & Soft Skills:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels (upstream, downstream, and external stakeholders).

  • Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams in a consensus-building, collaborative environment.

  • Strong negotiation, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

  • Self-motivated and driven, with the ability to work independently with minimal guidance.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

  • Position Type: Office/Computer-based environment with standard noise levels (computers, phones, printers).

  • Physical Requirements:

    • Frequently required to sit for prolonged periods.

    • Frequent use of sight (specifically close-up visual acuity for computer work), hearing, and voice.

    • Frequent use of hands, arms, and fingers to perform routine computer and office tasks.

    • Light to moderate lifting (up to 30 lbs).

    • Occasional standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, or twisting.

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