NTI Connect LLC

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If being a part of a tight-knit organization that operates in some of the most advanced technology environments around the world sounds like a dream job, NTI might be the right fit for you! With the perks of a large organization, NTI remains true to its roots as a home-grown company with an open-door culture that welcomes new ideas and encourages professional growth. We set you on the right path with careful onboarding and thorough training programs that prepare you for success in your role and beyond. POSITION OVERVIEW The Program Manager – Fiber Deployment is accountable for the end-to-end delivery of large-scale, high-count fiber optic programs supporting hyperscale data center buildings and multi-building campus environments. This role operates within highly structured, schedule-driven, and compliance-heavy environments where uptime, quality, and repeatability are critical. The Program Manager serves as the single-threaded owner for execution across all fiber scopes—Inside Plant (ISP), Outside Plant (OSP), mass fusion splicing, testing, and acceptance—while maintaining strict adherence to hyperscale customer standards, change management processes, and reporting requirements. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES PROGRAM OWNERSHIP * Own full lifecycle delivery of fiber deployment programs from Pre-construction through turnover and final acceptance. * Manage multiple buildings, data halls, and campus segments concurrently under a unified program execution plan. * Act as the primary escalation point for schedule, cost, quality, safety, and performance risks. * Maintain strict alignment with hyperscale customer governance models, approval gates, and milestone-based delivery expectations. FIBER SCOPE EXECUTION (ISP & OSP) * Lead execution of high-count fiber installation, splicing, and testing, including: * 288ct, 432ct, 864ct, 1728ct, 3456ct, and 6912ct fiber * ISP bulk fiber within white space, MMRs, telecom rooms, and backbone pathways * OSP campus fiber, sub-ducting, vault, handhole, and building entrance pathways * Mass fusion splicing and high-density enclosure builds * Pre-terminated fiber systems where required by customer standards * Ensure scope execution strictly follows customer specifications, drawings, standards, and sequencing requirements. * Coordinate installation and splicing activities to support phased turnovers, early access dates, and partial RFS milestones. TESTING, DOCUMENTATION & ACCEPTANCE * Oversee and validate fiber testing programs including: * OTDR testing * OLTS testing * Ensure test plans, methodologies, and thresholds align with hyperscale customer standards. * Manage compilation, review, and submission of test results packages, as-builts, and closeout documentation. * Drive timely resolution of deficiencies, punch-list items, and rework to achieve customer acceptance. SCHEDULE, CONTROLS & REPORTING * Develop and maintain fully logic-linked schedules aligned to hyperscale master construction schedules. * Implement daily and weekly production tracking, including labor curves, productivity metrics, and earned value indicators. * Provide structured reporting aligned with hyperscale cadence: * Daily field updates * Weekly executive dashboards * Look-ahead schedules (2–6 week horizons) * Proactively identify critical path risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect RFS and turnover dates. MATERIAL PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION * Forecast and coordinate long-lead fiber materials, enclosures, consumables, and testing equipment. * Align material releases with approved designs, customer submittals, and construction sequencing. * Track material usage, constraints, and shortages across multiple buildings and phases. * Partner with procurement and logistics teams to support just-in-time delivery and minimize onsite congestion. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & COMMERCIAL CONTROLS * Own program-level financial performance, including: * Budget adherence * Cost forecasting * Labor productivity tracking * Subcontractor cost management * Manage progress billing, milestone billing, and change order workflows in accordance with hyperscale contract structures. * Ensure billing accuracy, documentation completeness, and alignment with customer approval processes. * Support internal margin analysis, forecasting, and executive financial reviews. VENDOR & SUBCONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT * Select, onboard, and manage subcontractors supporting installation, splicing, and testing activities. * Enforce compliance with hyperscale safety, quality, badging, and site access requirements. * Monitor subcontractor performance, production rates, and adherence to scope and schedule. * Drive corrective action plans when performance deviates from expectations. CUSTOMER & STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT * Serve as the primary interface with hyperscale customer representatives, GCs, and owner’s teams. * Lead coordination meetings, progress reviews, risk discussions, and milestone alignment sessions. * Ensure transparent communication of risks, constraints, and mitigation strategies. * Build trusted relationships through consistent execution, predictable reporting, and proactive issue resolution. QUALITY, SAFETY & COMPLIANCE * Ensure all work complies with hyperscale customer standards, internal quality programs, and applicable codes. * Partner with Safety and Quality teams to enforce: * Site-specific safety plans * Method statements and JHAs * Quality inspections and audits * Support customer audits, readiness reviews, and turnover validations. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Telecommunications, or equivalent experience. * 7+ years of experience delivering fiber optic construction programs in data center or mission-critical environments. * Proven experience managing high-count fiber systems (288ct–6912ct) at scale. * Strong working knowledge of: * ISP and OSP fiber construction * Mass fusion splicing operations * OTDR and OLTS testing and interpretation * Demonstrated success managing multi-building or campus-wide programs. * Strong financial, schedule, and risk management capabilities. * Exceptional communication and executive-level reporting skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Direct experience supporting hyperscale customers (Oracle, AWS, Microsoft, Meta, Google, etc.). * PMP or equivalent project/program management certification. * Experience working under GMP, milestone-based, or schedule-driven contract models. * Familiarity with hyperscale documentation, commissioning, and turnover processes. KEY COMPETENCIES * Single-threaded program ownership * Hyperscale execution discipline * Schedule certainty and risk mitigation * Financial and commercial rigor * Customer trust and accountability * Vendor performance management * Detail-oriented documentation and reporting WORK ENVIRONMENT * Active data center and campus construction environments. * Significant travel based on program needs. * Extended hours and weekend work may be required to meet critical milestones. NTI provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance and retirement savings options. For Union employees, pay rates and benefit levels are determined by union classifications which are set by the union. EEOC-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran  National Technologies (NTI) believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening.