Sr. Network Implementation Program Manager - Cape Coral, FL

About Forged Fiber

At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future-proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. As we execute, we believe the right way to do something is the only way. This foundation guides how the company builds, operates, and maintains a state-of-the-art open-access fiber network platform that empowers millions.

Forged Fiber is about more than building a network. It is about people. Every role matters. Every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence.

The Role

The Senior Network Implementation Program Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing complex network infrastructure programs involving engineering and construction activities. This role provides end-to-end ownership of network deployment initiatives, ensuring delivery quality, schedule adherence, and cross-functional alignment across engineering, construction, vendors, and operations.

The position requires a strong engineering background, deep understanding of OSP/fiber network deployments, and the ability to lead large, multi-stakeholder programs in a matrix environment.

The Main Responsibilities

Program & Engineering Delivery

Own end-to-end delivery of network infrastructure programs from design through construction completion

Oversee engineering processes from conceptualization through implementation

Coordinate engineering teams, construction supervisors, contractors, splicing vendors, and external partners

Serve as field interface for engineering and construction execution

Quality, Risk & Compliance

Perform quality audits of engineering designs, prints, and construction outputs

Ensure compliance with NESC standards, OSP construction best practices, and safety requirements

Identify risks and gaps across engineering and construction lifecycles and drive mitigation plans

Resolve program issues related to scope, quality, schedule, and execution

Cross-Functional Leadership

Act as a primary escalation point for market-level and program-level issues

Lead cross-functional meetings and provide leadership on objectives, metrics, and delivery readiness

Partner with process teams to implement new or improved engineering and deployment processes

Reporting & Forecasting

Accurately report program status, milestones, risks, and performance metrics

Maintain and update project databases and systems of record

Support forecasting and planning for capacity, timelines, and resource needs

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience

5+ years of telecom or network infrastructure program management experience

Strong knowledge of:

Fiber network engineering and OSP construction

Underground and aerial utilities

Permitting, traffic control, and ROW processes

Ability to read and assess engineering designs and construction plans

Advanced proficiency with project tracking and reporting tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

What We Look for in a Candidate

Forged Fiber’s culture is built on honesty, respect, trust, transparency, and a growth mindset. We strive to treat people as they want to be treated, and to operate with consistency, integrity, customer obsession, and courage. We’re looking for top tier talent to join Forged Fiber that can help us bring this mindset to our everyday work and deliver meaningful results.

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Location Based Pay Ranges:

$83,000 - $138,000

Forged Fiber offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

What to Expect Next

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements.

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