Network Planning Technical Project Manager (North America)

Responsibilities

• Work in lock-step with other Network TPMs, DWDM engineers, ITDC teams, Network Procurement, and Construction departments to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Partner with the site selection team to evaluate connectivity feasibility. Lead the technical validation of long-haul wave proposals and dark fiber options to inform Datacenter and PoP selections.
• Act as the technical lead for fiber pathway architecture from the "0 manhole" to the internal access panels. Oversee the design of manhole placements, conduit systems, and site entry points to ensure optimal route diversity.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on the layout of Point of Entry (POE) and Meet-Me Rooms (MMR), ensuring space, power, and structural readiness for high-capacity, multi-carrier fiber and MOFN (Managed Optical Fiber Network) arrivals.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with regional/Continental ISPs, private dark fiber owners, and utility providers.
• Collaborate with Network Procurement on RFx process for last-mile, middle-mile, and long-haul capacity. Lead negotiations for IRU (Indefeasible Right of Use) agreements, long-term leases, and MOFN service structures.
• Coordinate with fiber owners to secure necessary rack space, power, and environmental resources within ILA (Inline Amplification) sites.
• Maintain internal databases of fiber/connectivity routes, including rigorous management of KMZ/KML files.
• Utilize AutoCAD to review, modify, and create site infrastructure and conduit design plans, ensuring accurate documentation of physical plant deployments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 5+ years of experience in network infrastructure, OSP planning, or data center connectivity project management.
• AutoCAD: Proficiency in creating and reviewing site infrastructure/conduit designs.
• GIS: Advanced ability to work with geospatial tools and KMZ/KML files.
• Optical Networking: Strong grasp of DWDM technology, ILA requirements, and the technical lifecycle of MOFN deployments.
• Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated success in negotiating complex fiber leases, IRUs, and construction contracts.
• Relationship Management: Proven ability to influence stakeholders and external vendors to meet aggressive regional deployment timelines.
• Deep knowledge of the regional fiber landscape, including utility right-of-way and regional infrastructure challenges.
• Experience with large-scale 100Tbps+ capacity planning and deployment.
• Knowledge of service provider or datacenter IP Networking is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

Skills

• AutoCAD proficiency.
• Advanced GIS skills.
• Strong optical networking knowledge.
• Strategic relationship management.
• Experience with large-scale capacity planning and deployment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Career growth and learning opportunities.
• Flexibility and ownership.
• Collaborative and innovative culture.
• Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects.
• International environment and talented teams.