Job Description: Project Manager 1 – Telecom Your Future with Pape-Dawson Engineers Pape-Dawson Engineers is a leading professional services firm providing engineering, surveying, environmental, and planning services. Our success is driven by technical excellence, collaboration, integrity, and a commitment to developing our people. Our Telecommunications team supports the planning and design of fiber-optic infrastructure throughout the United States. As the demand for connectivity continues to grow, so do opportunities for professional and leadership development. Position Summary The Project Manager 1 – Telecom plans, coordinates, and manages telecommunications projects while building strong client relationships. This role works with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and to Pape-Dawson's quality standards. Essential Functions • Manage fiber and telecommunications design projects, including Long Haul, Middle Mile, FTTH, FTTx, cable landings, and ILA. • Coordinate OSP, GIS, surveying, and civil engineering teams and subconsultants. • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, resources, quality, and deliverables. • Maintain project documentation, schedules, status reports, permits, and design records. • Identify project risks and develop solutions to maintain successful delivery. • Monitor project financials, budgets, forecasting, invoicing, and consultant costs. • Communicate effectively with clients, project teams, consultants, and other stakeholders. • Support business development through client relationships, proposals, project estimates, and pursuit activities. • Provide guidance and mentorship to project team members. Position Requirements Experience • 6+ years of civil and/or telecommunications design experience, preferably with fiber-optic infrastructure. • 1+ year of project management experience; telecommunications experience preferred. • Experience with fiber design, OSP construction drawings, splicing plans, mapping, surveying, and utility design in public rights-of-way. • Understanding of project budgets, financials, scheduling, and resource management. • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple projects and priorities. Skills • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and commitment to quality. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. • Willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility. Education • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Telecommunications, Construction Management, or related field preferred. • P.E. license or ability to obtain licensure is a plus. • PMP certification is a plus. If you need an accommodation or assistance with completing your application due to a disability or special need, please contact our team at [email protected] or call (210) 375-9000. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.