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Telecom Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution
Burns & McDonnellRichmond, USA
Apply **Description**
We are seeking a highly entrepreneurial and strategic leader to further grow a Telecommunications Cabling Infrastructure design practice focused on complex campus environments—including data centers, healthcare systems, universities, and large industrial facilities. The ideal candidate brings a combination of technical depth, market awareness, and a proven ability to translate client needs into scalable, profitable services.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Aid in the development and execution of a Telecommunications Cabling Infrastructure practice, including defining service offerings, target markets, and long-term growth strategy.
+ Identify and pursue new business opportunities across key sectors such as data centers, healthcare campuses, higher education, life sciences, and large-scale industrial facilities.
+ Build and sustain a robust pipeline of work through both new client acquisition and expansion of existing relationships.
+ Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic clients, leading planning, scoping, and execution of Telecommunications Cabling Infrastructure projects.
+ Partner with clients to develop master plans, design standards, and scalable infrastructure frameworks across multi-site or campus environments.
+ Represent the firm in industry forums, conferences, and client engagements to elevate brand presence and thought leadership.
+ Oversee all aspects of delivery, including design coordination, quality, cost control, risk management, and contract administration.
+ Recruit, mentor, and develop staff across engineering, design, and project management disciplines.
+ Establish scalable processes, tools, and standards to support consistent delivery and growth.
+ Manage the financial performance of the Telecommunications Cabling Infrastructure practice, including forecasting, budgeting, and profitability.
+ Lead proposal development, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations.
+ Implement effective project controls, reporting, and performance tracking systems.
+ Champion a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all projects.
+ Ensure adherence to company standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
+ Proactively identify and manage risks at both project and business levels.
**What We’re Looking For**
+ Proven experience leading Telecommunications Cabling Infrastructure design initiatives within complex campus environments (e.g., data centers, healthcare, higher education).
+ Demonstrated success in building client relationships and growing a book of business.
+ Strong understanding of outside plant (OSP) and inside plant (ISP) pathway systems, structured cabling design, and network infrastructure.
+ Experience leading design teams and managing large-scale programs.
+ Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate both strategically and tactically.
+ Strong communication, leadership, and business acumen.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related degree from an accredited program, and 7 years of applicable experience required.
+ Prior experience in the Telecommunications Fiber Optic Cabling Infrastructure space, managing projects or executing program management in the industries of data centers, healthcare systems, universities, and/or large industrial.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment, ability to work overtime on short notice.
+ Excellent computer skills and proficiency in using Microsoft Office
+ Ability to work collaboratively with others (owners, contractors, engineers, designers) in a multi-disciplined project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
+ Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Project Management
**Primary Location** US-NC-Raleigh
**Other Locations** US-VA-Richmond, US-VA-Arlington
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Travel:** Yes, 25 % of the Time
**Req ID:** 261450
**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-MG #T&D
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