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Arcadian Infracom · 2 days ago

Manager Project Management

San Ramon, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$130K/yr - $155K/yr

5+ years exp

Arcadian Infracom is seeking an experienced Project Manager, Operational Development, to lead the creation and implementation of a standardized operational plan across their technical and field operations. This role will establish a new Project Management Office (PMO) framework and drive operational efficiency and scalability for future growth.

Telecommunications

Responsibilities

Strategic operational planning and PMO development

Development of a full operational plan: Design, document, and gain stakeholder alignment on a complete, end-to-end operational plan that standardizes workflows, roles, and resource allocation across all areas of operations

Establish PMO Framework: Introduce and implement standardized Project Management Office (PMO) methodology, templates, and governance structures to ensure consistency in project initiation, execution, monitoring, and closing

Process Formalization: Define, map, and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for key operational functions, focusing on best practices for efficiency and scalability

Project Management and Execution

Lead Key Operational Projects: Act as the hands-on Project Manager for high-priority operational initiatives, including: NOC Contract Review and Implementation: Manage the transition or integration related to the NOC contract, ensuring seamless service continuity and defining performance KPIs

Fiber Management System Implementation: Plan and execute projects related to fiber inventory, management tools, and physical network documentation

Technical Field Services Optimization: Develop and implement a project to standardize the processes for field technician dispatch, inventory, training, and performance metrics

Timeline and Budget Management: Create detailed project schedules, manage budgets, track progress, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to leadership

Stakeholder Management and Communication

Cross-Functional Leadership: Work collaboratively with technical teams, finance, procurement, and other departments to ensure the operational plan is integrated and supported organization-wide

Reporting: Provide Director, PMO and the leadership team with regular, clear, and concise status reports, identifying risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies for all active projects

Qualification

Operational DevelopmentPMO SetupProject ManagementPMP CertificationProcess ImprovementTelecommunications KnowledgeStakeholder ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field

5+ years of experience in Project Management, with at least 2 years focused on Operational Development, Process Improvement, or PMO setup/management

Proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive operational plans from initial concept to full implementation

Exceptional skills in verbal and written communication, leadership, and stakeholder management

Preferred

PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile certification) is highly preferred

Familiarity with the technical operations landscape, particularly in areas like telecommunications, fiber networks, and Network Operations Centers (NOCs), is a significant asset