Project Director - Romeoville, IL

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Director of Outside Plant, the Project Director leads assigned projects. Responsibilities include reviewing budgets, schedules, and requirements, creating and executing project work plans, managing project teams, and interfacing with customers.

What You Will Be Doing

• Review and understand project budgets, schedules, and requirements.
• Create and execute project work plans, schedules, and control budgets.
• Award individual duties to the project management team and staff.
• Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
• Meet with internal and external customers to provide progress updates, address questions, and manage requested changes to project plans.
• Make decisions on project scope and delivery, acting as a technical expert in interpreting project specifications.
• Communicate requirements and specifications to the project staff and assist with any questions related to technology, equipment, and design requirements.
• Represent Metronet professionally to meet immediate customer needs and foster good customer relations.
• Ensure compliance with market agreements, permits, and authorizations.
• Review and approve job cost accounting reports submitted to home office.
• Maintain regular communication with the SVP of Outside Plant and other management.
• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for the effective performance of the role and those of the project team.
• Afford adherence to company policies, regulations, procedures, and principles.
• Assist in other duties as needed and directed.

What You Need For This Position

• BS/BA degree in construction management, electrical engineering, or civil engineering preferred.
• Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Strong knowledge of Telecom construction and engineering, project budget creation and management, project scheduling and tracking, project finance, cost reporting, and field office operations.
• Strong computer skills, with emphasis on using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Project.
• Familiarity with a variety of mapping, GIS, and CADD drafting programs.
• Ability to work with Google Earth KMZ's and KML's.
• Ability and comfort in putting together project estimates, budgets, and schedules.
• Comprehension of complex instructions and execution of strategic strategies, communicating and promoting company objectives with other organizations.

Salary

$100,000 - $150,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in construction management, electrical engineering, or civil engineering preferred.
• Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Strong knowledge of Telecom construction and engineering, project budget creation and management, project scheduling and tracking, project finance, cost reporting, and field office operations.
• Strong computer skills, with emphasis on using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Project.
• Familiarity with a variety of mapping, GIS, and CADD drafting programs.
• Ability to work with Google Earth KMZ's and KML's.
• Ability and comfort in putting together project estimates, budgets, and schedules.
• Comprehension of complex instructions and execution of strategic strategies, communicating and promoting company objectives with other organizations.

Benefits

Metronet offers a competitive total compensation package, including 80% of medical premiums paid by the company, company-paid disability and life insurance, and a 401(k)-company match. Plus, enjoy discounted services within our coverage areas and thrive in a locally owned, friendly, and fun atmosphere.

Company Information

Metronet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Veteran Friendly Employer.