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Ziply Fiber · 3 months ago

Senior Manager, Joint Use

Everett, Washington, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$111K/yr - $152K/yr

10+ years exp

Ziply Fiber is delivering the fastest home internet in the Northwest, focusing on underserved areas. The Senior Manager, Joint Use & National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) will oversee Joint Use Agreements and drive the Aerial NESC program, ensuring compliance with standards while managing a high-performing team.

InternetManufacturingTelecommunications

No H1B

Responsibilities

Direct and inspire a high-performing team of 8-15 professionals and contractors, cultivating a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability

Architect and implement a strategic 10-year inspection cycle, dynamically refining it through advanced analytics and collaboration with all power companies with poles we currently attach and PUDs for joint inspections

Negotiate and maintain all Joint Use (JU) agreements and ensuring agreements meet all current rules and regulations provided by FCC and associated states

Spearhead strategic partnerships with power utilities, optimizing joint inspection frameworks and contractual engagements with various PUDs, PGE, and CCEC

Oversee OPUC violation tracking, leveraging data-driven insights to ensure swift resolution and seamless reporting to regulatory bodies

Authorize high-impact capital and expense engineering decisions for pole replacements, balancing cost efficiency with long-term infrastructure reliability

Understand and implement all state and federal requirements regarding responsibilities and timelines regarding applications, make ready work, and inspections for all types of attachments

Partner with SSP and Vendor Management to refine unit-based operational frameworks, driving efficiency and precision in field execution

Evaluate and approve bids/quotes for non-standard projects, applying strategic foresight to align with organizational goals

Administer third-party accounts payable with electric utilities, ensuring financial accuracy and operational alignment

Develop and manage annual budgets for NESC-related purchase orders, employing predictive modeling to optimize resource allocation

Validate and authorize SSP invoices for Oregon’s Joint Use and NESC activities, ensuring contractual and financial compliance

Collaborate with Ziply’s PMO to resolve high-stakes issues involving permits, OPUC complaints, and scheduling, leveraging strategic problem-solving

Performs other duties as required to support the business and evolving organization

Qualification

Joint Use AgreementsNESC ComplianceBudget ManagementProject ManagementMicrosoft ExcelPower BILeadershipStakeholder EngagementStrategic Decision-MakingCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, or a related field required; advanced degree (MBA, MS) or PMP certification strongly preferred

Minimum of ten (10) years of experience leading capital-intensive projects and a minimum of five (5) years managing multimillion-dollar budgets in telecommunications, utilities, or infrastructure sectors required

Minimum of five (5) years of experience leading diverse, high-performing teams in dynamic, regulated industries, with a focus on strategic alignment and operational excellence

Experience negotiating joint use agreements with all types of pole owners, including investor-owned utilities, cooperatives, and municipalities

Expert-level proficiency with at least three (3) years of hands-on experience in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or similar tools, with strong skills in data modeling, predictive analytics, and visualization

Exceptional leadership acumen, with demonstrated success in mentoring cross-functional teams and driving organizational change in competitive markets

Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and satisfactory driving record

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits include - medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending account, paid sick leave and paid time off, parental leave, quarterly performance bonus, training, career growth and education reimbursement programs.