BASIC JOB SUMMARY:

This position will manage a team of project managers which plan, manage, and oversee projects to ensure they are completed timely and within budget. These projects range from broadband development and construction projects to general corporate projects around software implementations, process and product definition and other large initiatives. Job requires planning, organizing, preparing budgets, designating resources, identifying risks, reporting, and documenting, driving and monitoring progress, and communicating with program managers during the process. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Familiarity with broadband networks and federal/state grants is highly desired. This position will both lead projects as well as provide leadership and guidance for other project managers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The essential job functions and duties described below may not be the only requirements of the position. It may be necessary to follow other instructions or perform other related duties required by the company.

• Provide management, direction, and leadership for a team of project managers
• Review and establish process and best practice for project management within TEC
• Define a project's scope and determine available resources
• Set time estimates and evaluate the team or teams' capabilities
• Create a clear and concise plan to both execute the project and monitor its progress
• Provide reports to management on projects' progress
• Adjust for unpredictable issues as needed before the project reaches its final stages
• Develop clear, straightforward plans that stimulate the teams to reach their full potential
• Assign goals and request work breakdown structures (their plan to meet the goals) from each team
• Monitor and analyze expenditures and take corrective measures when needed
• Present comprehensive reports documenting all project requirements fulfilled, as well as the projects' history including what was done, who was involved, and what could be done better in the future
• Produce reports in support of other departments (financial, revenue assurance, etc.)
• Ensure all projects are accurately documented and organized to pass government grant audits 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Projects within the department as assigned