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Network Project Manager II – Telecom Infrastructure & Install Coordination

Location: Ashburn, VA

Employment Type: Hybrid | Contract

Target Experience: 3–5 Years

Industry: Telecommunications / Network Infrastructure / Data & Transport Engineering

Join a fast-paced telecom engineering environment supporting large-scale network infrastructure deployments across Packet Core, Public IP, and next- transport networks. This role is ideal for a hands-on Project Manager with strong construction coordination and telecom infrastructure experience who can successfully drive installation activities, vendor management, material logistics, and field execution for mission-critical network builds.

This position plays a key role in coordinating end-to-end install activities for complex telecom deployments including Packet Core, BNG, MSE, PPR, and Public IP initiatives. The ideal candidate will combine strong project leadership skills with technical field knowledge to ensure installations are completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with engineering and operational requirements.

You will work directly with engineering, field operations, installation vendors, and leadership teams to manage highly visible capital projects supporting critical network infrastructure. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex deployments, solve real-time field challenges, and drive successful project delivery within one of the most demanding and evolving areas of telecommunications infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multiple telecom infrastructure projects from planning through installation and turnover
• Coordinate and drive Preliminary Engineering Conferences (PECs), site surveys, and installation scheduling activities
• Manage the complete material lifecycle including ordering, tracking, delivery coordination, and inventory verification
• Interface with field engineering, operations teams, installation vendors, and construction crews to ensure deployment readiness
• Interpret engineering designs and communicate project scope, technical requirements, and installation expectations to field teams
• Drive vendor performance and ensure adherence to project schedules, milestones, and quality standards
• Proactively identify and resolve project bottlenecks, field issues, and operational risks
• Support deployment efforts related to Packet Core, BNG, MSE, PPR, TL, PIP, and Public IP network builds
• Maintain accurate project documentation, reporting, budgeting, and capital expense tracking
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve workflows, productivity, and installation processes

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of Project Management experience within telecommunications or network infrastructure environments
• Proven experience leading cross-functional projects and coordinating outsourced vendors and field teams
• Strong understanding of telecom construction and physical infrastructure including:
• Fiber ladders and cable ladder systems
• Structured cabling standards
• Power requirements and rack elevations
• Routers, switches, and network equipment installations
• Experience coordinating field installations, site readiness activities, and deployment logistics
• Ability to read and interpret engineering designs and installation scopes of work
• Prior experience with Verizon tools including Canvas and CCP is required
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Google Suite proficiency for reporting and project tracking
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing capital projects, budgets, and material procurement activities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting Packet Core, BNG, MSE, PPR, Public IP, or transport network deployments
• Familiarity with Juniper and Cisco network equipment
• Experience with SRM and/or SAP systems for procurement and capital management
• Engineering or telecom operations background strongly
• PMP Certification highly
• Military experience is a plus
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience ; Technical Degree strongly

Technology & Tools

• Verizon Canvas
• Verizon CCP
• SAP / SRM
• Microsoft Excel
• Google Workspace
• Juniper Networking Equipment
• Cisco Networking Equipment

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule with 2–3 days onsite weekly
• Initial onboarding/training period may require increased onsite presence
• Fast-paced telecom deployment environment supporting critical network infrastructure initiatives
• Heavy coordination with engineering, operations, vendors, and field installation teams

Company Description•\tWhat you didn’t know about us:
•\tCompetitive salary
•\tHealth, Dental and Vision Benefits
•\tShort/Long Term and Critical Care/Illness Protection
•\tLife Insurance and Retirement Plans
•\tEmployee Assistance Program
•\tWith this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!

•\tWe are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!

•\tWe are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.

•\tWe give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!
•\tKelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to , genetic information, , , , religion, , veteran status, , or any other characteristic protected by law.
•\tFor more information click Equal Employment Opportunity is the law.
•\tYou should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

#JobsAtKellyTelecomCompany Description•\tWhat you didn’t know about us:\r\n•\tCompetitive salary\r\n•\tHealth, Dental and Vision Benefits\r\n•\tShort/Long Term and Critical Care/Illness Protection\r\n•\tLife Insurance and Retirement Plans\r\n•\tEmployee Assistance Program\r\n•\tWith this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!\r\n\r\n•\tWe are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!\r\n\r\n•\tWe are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.\r\n\r\n•\tWe give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!\r\n•\tKelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to , genetic information, , , , religion, , veteran status, , or any other characteristic protected by law. \r\n•\tFor more information click Equal Employment Opportunity is the law.\r\n•\tYou should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.\r\n\r\n#JobsAtKellyTelecom