Project Manager (Construction/Fiber Infrastructure)

Project Manager (Construction / Fiber Infrastructure) 

Our client is seeking a hands-on Project Manager to lead the full lifecycle of construction projects across multiple sites in Europe. This is a high-impact role for a strong builder and organizer who thrives in fast-paced environments, can keep projects moving on schedule and on budget, and knows how to lead teams with clarity, urgency, and respect.

You’ll be the key point of contact from kickoff through closeout—setting up site infrastructure, coordinating labor/materials/equipment, driving quality and safety standards, and ensuring smooth communication between internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop detailed project plans including timelines, resources, and quality expectations

• Oversee on-site setup (access points, equipment, workflows) to ensure operational readiness

• Manage scope, schedules, and budgets—adjusting plans as needed to meet changing requirements

• Track daily progress, remove obstacles, and quickly resolve delays/issues

• Ensure work meets internal standards and external regulations/specs

Resource & Workforce Management

• Coordinate labor, materials, and equipment across multiple project sites

• Assign tasks to site managers, supervisors, and contractors; ensure alignment and accountability

• Manage mobile crews and travel logistics (flights, accommodations, scheduling)

• Support hiring, onboarding, and project staffing decisions as needed

Client & Stakeholder Leadership

• Serve as the primary point of contact—providing project updates and managing expectations

• Lead kickoff meetings, progress reviews, and closeouts to ensure satisfaction and feedback

• Build strong working relationships across internal teams, vendors, and field leaders

• Negotiate timelines, budgets, and deliverables when needed while protecting quality standards

Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Conduct inspections and quality checks to ensure standards are met

• Proactively manage safety risks and enforce PPE and safety protocols

• Maintain accurate documentation: checklists, signoffs, inspection reports

Financial Oversight & Reporting

• Monitor expenses and control costs across labor, materials, and equipment

• Track purchase orders and keep projects aligned to financial targets

• Provide reporting on project performance, budget status, and resource allocation

What Success Looks Like

• Projects delivered on time, within budget, and to quality & safety standards

• Clear, consistent communication that keeps field teams and stakeholders aligned

• Strong site leadership that drives productivity without sacrificing compliance

• Confident decision-making when plans shift or issues arise

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in construction, infrastructure, or site-based project delivery

• Strong understanding of:

  • Scheduling, resource planning, and multi-site execution

  • Budget oversight and cost control

  • Quality control and compliance documentation

  • Risk management and construction safety standards/PPE

• Comfortable using tools like Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and project tracking systems

• Strong leadership skills—able to direct teams, resolve conflict, and maintain performance under pressure

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of fiber optics / telecom infrastructure

• Construction site safety certifications and/or local regulatory compliance experience

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please request assistance through the application portal.

Our client is an EEOC Employer and encourages all minority groups to apply.

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