Hotwire Communications Ltd · 1 day ago
Transport Engineer
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expHotwire Communications is a leading provider of fiber optic telecommunications services. They are seeking a Transport Engineer to manage third-party circuit life cycles and coordinate with various departments to ensure seamless project execution and customer satisfaction.
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Responsibilities
Manage third-party circuit’s life cycle and colocation services. From quoting for new opportunities, to ordering, to provisioning, to renewal and circuit disconnections
Serve as main point of contact for 3rd party carriers to work through pricing, design, implementation, delivery and support related issues
Manage and coordinate all requisite documents including, signed orders, contract, MSAs, site requirements and site contact information
Collaborate cross-functionally with multiple departments to ensure accurate and thorough quotes and information for 3rd party clients
Liais with Network Engineering to provision and disconnect new circuits
Identify available fiber vendors for quoting and alternatives for redundancy or circuit protection
Use independent judgement and discretion to negotiate pricing and to order 3rd party circuits and/or colocation services and to negotiate renewals or circuit replacements when necessary and analyze and review agreements before seeking approvals
Assess and recommend third party circuit options with considerations to pricing and redundancy
Project manage one or more aspects of a customer deployment on multiple applications, and ensure projects are completed according to contract timelines and in accordance with policies and procedures
Support all facets of an application from entry into systems to construction completion, including but not limited to: LIT Carrier Service, Dark Fiber, Internet Exchange Ports and IP Transit ports
Keep consistent and constant communication to ensure relevant teams are aware of issues that will impact project completion or cost
Participate in internal & external deployment meetings and interact with carrier representatives as needed
Other duties as required or assigned
Qualification
Required
Ability to interact with the public and other employees in a positive manner and promote a cooperative working environment
Ability to schedule meetings and track deadlines and other phases/milestones in a project
Ability to communicate, to various people, project information, such as deadlines, specifications and schedules for work
Ability to demonstrate strong customer service, negotiating and influencing skills
Ability to form and maintain effective partnerships across organizational boundaries
Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain absolute confidentiality
Ability to attend various meetings as requested with minimal advanced notice
Ability to thrive in a dynamic problem-solving environment
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Excellent oral and written communications skills (including public speaking) in English
Consistently sets the example of professional appearance and standards of behavior
Coordinates several projects at the same time while prioritizing competing demands on time frames
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn tracking and project management software
Espouses and integrates a philosophy of quality. Sets an example for change and new concepts
Must be self-motivated and have the ability work independently; a self-starter who is able to produce high quality work with minimal direction
Typically faces situations that have a variety of interpretations and require careful evaluation
Typically solves problems by considering courses of action within the framework of company's goals and standards
Manage third-party circuit's life cycle and colocation services. From quoting for new opportunities, to ordering, to provisioning, to renewal and circuit disconnections
Serve as main point of contact for 3rd party carriers to work through pricing, design, implementation, delivery and support related issues
Manage and coordinate all requisite documents including, signed orders, contract, MSAs, site requirements and site contact information
Collaborate cross-functionally with multiple departments to ensure accurate and thorough quotes and information for 3rd party clients
Liaises with Network Engineering to provision and disconnect new circuits
Identify available fiber vendors for quoting and alternatives for redundancy or circuit protection
Use independent judgement and discretion to negotiate pricing and to order 3rd party circuits and/or colocation services and to negotiate renewals or circuit replacements when necessary and analyze and review agreements before seeking approvals
Assess and recommend third party circuit options with considerations to pricing and redundancy
Project manage one or more aspects of a customer deployment on multiple applications, and ensure projects are completed according to contract timelines and in accordance with policies and procedures
Support all facets of an application from entry into systems to construction completion, including but not limited to: LIT Carrier Service, Dark Fiber, Internet Exchange Ports and IP Transit ports
Keep consistent and constant communication to ensure relevant teams are aware of issues that will impact project completion or cost
Participate in internal & external deployment meetings and interact with carrier representatives as needed
Other duties as required or assigned
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
At least two years working in a business environment with project management and administrative experience
Exceptional aptitude with business correspondence, telephone skills, computer expertise including research and data analysis
Knowledge and experience in telecommunications wireless project management, asset management, fiber optics, and 3rd Party Carrier LIT services
Knowledge of construction services: telco, power, fiber, basic construction, vendor equipment requirements
Preferred
Associate's degree or equivalent work experience preferred
Experience in telecommunication industry strongly preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive Healthcare/Dental/Vision Plans
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays
Paid Volunteer Time
Paid Parental Leave
Hotwire Service Discounts
Employee Referral Bonuses
Exclusive Entertainment Discounts/Perks
Company
Hotwire Communications Ltd
Hotwire Communications is a national leader in fiber optic technology, delivering advanced, customized telecommunications solutions to residential, commercial, senior-living, hospitality, and campus environments.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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unknownKey Investors
Blackstone Group
2025-06-13Acquired
2021-04-29Private Equity
Leadership Team
Kristin Johnson Karp
Co-Founder & CEO
Recent News
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