The Strategic Business (SB) Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of high-profile projects at Day Wireless Consultants. This role ensures that projects align with company strategy, commitments, and goals. The SB Project Manager will oversee the acquisition of resources, coordinate team efforts, and manage third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects successfully. The position involves defining project objectives, overseeing quality control, and managing a range of critical projects.

Travel: Up to 50%

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management:

• Lead the planning and execution of single or multi-site communications projects.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables; develop and communicate project timelines.
• Manage project scope, budget, and resources, including subcontractors.
• Create and manage Change Orders as necessary.
• Mitigate risks and identify project opportunities.
• Develop detailed project plans and schedules, review deliverables with the project team before client handoff.
• Track project deliverables, manage client expectations, and provide regular progress reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve desired outcomes.
• Provide direction and support to project team members, ensuring alignment with company methodologies.
• Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise employees project team members.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure project quality through training and adherence to efficient processes, tasks, and procedures.
• Identify areas for improvement and develop strategies for enhancement.
• Enforce company standards of quality and utilize company methodologies.

Financial Management:

• Manage project budgets, financial data, and reports.
• Analyze project profitability, revenue, profit margins, and asset utilization.
• Accurately forecast revenue, profits, and losses.
• Seek opportunities to improve revenue, profitability, and cost savings while ensuring customer satisfaction.

Sales and Business Development:

• Identify and capitalize on opportunities for additional sales and strategic partnerships.
• Build, develop, and maintain vital business relationships for project success and future growth.

Safety:

• Act as a role model for safe behaviors and practices.
• Report unsafe conditions, seek safety guidance, and request necessary safety training.
• Prioritize safety over financial goals or deadlines and report all job-related accidents and injuries immediately.
• Ensure safe practices are followed for company vehicles and equipment.

Other Functions:

• Perform administrative tasks such as answering phones, filing, and organizing documents.
• Maintain cleanliness and functionality of company equipment and vehicles.
• Stay informed about new technologies and their potential applications.
• Ensure accurate entry of work hours into the payroll system and adherence to company policies.
• Required Skills and Competencies:

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of Project Management concepts and Construction Project Management.
• Familiarity with the National Fire Code and related regulations.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effective persuasion, negotiation, and troubleshooting abilities.
• Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new technologies and hardware.
• Ability to delegate tasks and follow up effectively.
• Meticulous approach to achieving high-quality results with a strong focus on meeting challenging customer commitments.

Additional Skills:

• Proficient in office applications including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Visio, AutoCAD Lite, and Outlook/Email.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to address and resolve issues tactfully.

Education and

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or vocational training in project management, business management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in roles requiring strong decision-making and organizational skills, ideally in operational management, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Experience with communication site development, tower construction, wireless networks, and 911 emergency dispatch centers is highly desirable.

Licenses, Certifications:

• Must have a valid state driver’s license and be insurable per an acceptable driving record.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) credential preferred
• Ability to get PMP certified within 1-3 years after starting if not already PMP certified.