AFL Charlotte , NC 28201
Posted 3 weeks ago
AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $1B in revenue, and employ more than 5,800 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.
Job Summary
The Project Manager executes job plans by coordinating and scheduling assignments, coordinating the materials logistics, crews, and tools required to complete projects on time and within budget. The Project Manager acts as a single point of contact for the customer, sales, operations, and other internal AFL departments on fixed bid projects. Prepares and submits customer-required status reports and project deliverables.
Responsibilities
Produces fixed cost proposal design, development and implementation for various systems including structured cabling, security, wireless, VOIP, public address and CATV with a national focus.
Manage and report the current status of fixed bid project schedules, scopes, and budget/cost in an accurate and timely manner.
Prepare and distribute regular performance and status reports as required.
Material Management
Conduct site surveys, quality checks and job audits.
Customer support, including: interfacing with the customer, providing guidance on problem resolution, insuring on time customer service, and maintaining a strong customer relations.
Understands, adheres to, & promotes the Environmental, Health & Safety policies of AFL Telecoms.
Personal Qualities
Qualifications
Associate's degree in related field required or a minimum of three years equivalent experience in a similar technical management position
Extensive relevant technical experience to include fundamental understanding of voice and data networking, structured cabling, fiber optics, routing and switching. Familiarity with business concepts related to the use of information technologies and networking in all aspects of business and organizational operations for the achievement of business/operating objectives
Think critically and problem solve
Handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion
Good judgment
Organizational skills
Knowledge of Telecommunications industry
Exceptional written and verbal communications skills
Public speaking experience preferred
Current industry-related licenses and certifications preferred
Working Conditions
Use of standard office equipment.
Use of small hand tools.
Use of power tools.
Climbing of stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds.
Carrying of loads up & down stairs.
General hours of Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. But ability to provide support during and outside regular business hours is required.
Travel required.
Must be able to work in the United States.
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