Project Manager, Market Readiness Fiber/FTTH

Who is Intrepid Fiber Networks

Intrepid Fiber Networks delivers reliable, secure, high-capacity fiber connectivity to communities across the United States. We are building the infrastructure needed for the future of broadband and enabling last-mile fiber to become the standard everywhere.

Role Summary

The Project Manager (Market Readiness) leads the planning and development of fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) deployments. This role focuses on feasibility, estimating, design coordination, permitting, and construction readiness to ensure projects are fully prepared for successful execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead pre-construction planning for FTTH deployments across assigned markets
• Coordinate engineering and design to ensure complete, accurate, and constructible OSP designs
• Manage permitting strategy and approvals with local jurisdictions and utilities
• Support contractor and vendor selection and scope alignment
• Build and maintain project schedules and milestone tracking
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies prior to construction
• Ensure full construction readiness (designs, permits, materials, contractors)
• Lead project handoff to construction teams
• Provide regular updates to internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in telecommunications or utility infrastructure
• Experience in FTTH planning, permitting, and estimating preferred
• Strong knowledge of OSP construction methods (aerial and underground)
• Familiarity with municipal permitting and right-of-way coordination
• Strong financial, analytical, and project management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and mapping tools
• Valid driver’s license