Description

Project Specialist

What we’re seeking:

This position supports the deployment of the Fiber to the Home Multi-Dwelling Unit (MDU) program and drives related projects and initiatives.  The Project Specialist ensures all critical tasks are carried out within specifications and schedule; coordinates interdepartmental functions; meets with program team members regularly to review project status and to plan future actions. In this remote role, you will be expected to collaborate with peers as required but can work anywhere in the contiguous United States.

What we need in you:

What you’ll do:

• Manage a centralized repository of all appropriate FTTH MDU program data (schedules, work breakdown, results, etc)
• Manage assigned projects utilizing established project management processes, including creation of project milestones and an overall schedule; determine scheduling requirements and constraints; identify and drive major project milestones and project requirements into the FTR cross-functional teams; establish scheduling baseline; manage schedule changes; and report on project progress against baseline
• Manage deviations from any project plan; mediate conflicts by creating viable solutions; identify and incorporate changes that are necessary to the plan; direct project-related requests to the appropriate entity for resolution
• Facilitate conference calls and meetings with various levels of leadership and multiple workgroups 

What we offer:

Nothing is more important to our success than the team that built it. That’s why we provide benefits to keep you and your family well. Some of which we’re most proud to offer includes:

• Salary Range:  $53,000 to $172,000 
• 20 PTO (Paid Time Off) days + 10 paid holidays per year
• Day one medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan
• 401k match of 50% on 6% of eligible compensation
• Personal & Work Life Balance Resources & Wellness Support Assistance 
• Employee Resource Groups 
• Same-sex spouse and domestic partner benefits coverage
• 10 weeks of paid parental leave, & a phased return to work program for new parents 
• Up to $10k in adoption program assistance 
• 3 weeks of paid caregiver leave 

What background you should have:

• A minimum of 4+ years of telephony experience
• Extensive knowledge in data gathering and reporting. Ability to interpret and present large volumes of data in easy-to-follow formats for users
• Expert in Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of the build process and how different departments interrelate from project inception, through engineering and construction and finally to order completion.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize assigned functions to meet strict deadlines
• Must have outstanding communication/customer service skills
• Ability to work with various levels of leadership

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree desired
• Ability to understand design/engineering layouts & terminology
• Knowledge of Varasset
• Familiarity with the MDU space

Frontier salaries are estimated by third parties and may or may not reflect actual or total compensation. Please confirm with your recruiter. 

In our line of work, where making connections is paramount, fostering a culture of inclusion is fundamental to our values. We firmly believe in leveraging the strength of diversity to drive digital connectivity forward. If your background brings a unique perspective and value different from what we've outlined, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to #BuildGigabitAmerica.

Frontier Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Frontier Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.