Market Build Director and General Manager - Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, Lee & Collier Counties

Description

• Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, network planning, operations) and external stakeholders (vendors, utilities, municipalities).
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing cross-functional team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Implement robust project tracking and reporting mechanisms to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Ensure timely acquisition of permits, power, and circuit resources to support build schedules.
• Develop and execute comprehensive market build strategies aligned with company goals.
• Ensure all activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Provide regular updates to executive leadership on progress, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Develop and manage market-level budgets, ensuring cost-effective execution.
• Maintain fiscal responsibility and due diligence across all capital investments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with city officials, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders to facilitate smoother project execution and minimize local disruptions.
• Drive process standardization and scalability to support accelerated growth and multi-market expansion.
• Establish and manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables across all functional areas.
• Own and drive the full delivery lifecycle of serviceable addresses in the assigned market.
• Implement quality assurance processes to ensure network integrity and service readiness.
• Oversee vendor contracts and performance, ensuring adherence to scope, quality, and safety standards.
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of all network build activities.
• Champion safety protocols and enforce compliance across all teams and contractors.
• Manage internal and external resources to meet deployment targets.
• Maintain accurate reporting on serviceable addresses, homes passed, and operational KPIs.
• Coordinate with QA and testing teams to validate service readiness and compliance.
• Ensure seamless coordination across engineering, permitting, power and circuit delivery, construction, and QA functions.

Requirements

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and operational excellence.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Sitetracker).
• Expertise in FTTH deployment, permitting, and utility coordination.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional team management.
• Experience: 10+ years in telecommunications with progressive leadership roles in network deployment, engineering, or construction.
• Certifications: PMP, PE, CCM, or equivalent industry certifications are a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach.

Benefits

• Challenging, rewarding career within a growing company, backed by a global investor and owner of digital infrastructure assets.
• Paid parental leave.
• Competitive benefits and wellness package, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Direct Hire Opportunity
• Employee Recognition Program
• Generous PTO and 11 holidays annually
• Competitive Salary
• Collaborative environment, with on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities
• 401k plan with company match

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance