Project Manager

We are seeking a Project Manager – Tele Data to lead telecommunication infrastructure projects from start to finish. This role manages structured cabling, fiber networks, tele data systems, pathway installations, and related construction activities across commercial and utility environments.

You'll be responsible for project planning, estimating, staffing, scheduling, safety, financial performance, customer satisfaction, and team development. This is a high-impact role ideal for a candidate with strong tele data experience and a passion for building teams and delivering high-quality projects.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Pre-Construction

• Lead Tele data construction projects from initiation through closeout.
• Review drawings, riser diagrams, structured cabling plans, and scope documents to develop accurate project plans.
• Build project budgets, timelines, manpower schedules, material lists, and procurement strategies.
• Support estimating through takeoffs, pricing, proposals, and value-engineering suggestions.
• Prepare submittals, RFIs, project kickoff notes, safety documentation, and communication plans.

Field Execution & Leadership

• Oversee field crews and subcontractors performing fiber, copper, pathway, rack, cabinet, and telecom installations.
• Conduct regular site walks, safety inspections, and quality audits to ensure compliance with company, NEC, and TIA/EIA standards.
• Resolve field challenges quickly to maintain schedule and productivity.
• Coordinate project work with GCs, utility partners, and other trades.
• Ensure all materials are on site and available when needed to avoid delays.

Financial & Operational Management

• Maintain full responsibility for project financial performance, including: Labor productivity tracking, Cost Management, Forecasting, Billing and AR tracking and Profitability Analysis
• Manage billings, progress payments, and financial documentation and ensure timely collections.
• Achieve or exceed minimum budgeted net profit for each assigned project.
• Provide monthly financial reporting and forecasting updates to leadership.

Customer, Vendor & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the main point of contact for customers, GCs, engineers, and vendors.
• Lead progress meetings, deliver project updates, and communicate schedule and scope changes.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and identify ways to expand customer relationships.
• Make decisions regarding manpower assignments and project prioritization.
• Support efforts to secure new work and strengthen long-term partnerships.
• Department Leadership & Team Development
• Coordinate day-to-day department activity and project resource planning.
• Mentor, coach, and support development of Tele data technicians and project staff.
• Promote a positive culture that values safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Documentation & Project Closeout

• Maintain accurate records: submittals, RFIs, test results, labeling databases, redlines, as-builts, and turnover documentation.
• Oversee commissioning, punch lists, final inspections, and customer hand-off.
• Ensure all project deliverables are completed and closed out on time.

Why Work Here ?
At MP Systems, you're not just joining a contractor, you're becoming part of a employee-owned, values-driven organization that supports your growth and rewards your hard work.

We offer one of the strongest benefit packages in the industry, including:
No-premium medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of PTO to start + paid holidays + PTO Purchase Program for added flexibility
Employee Ownership to build long-term wealth
401(k) with company contributions
A culture rooted in Servant Leadership, Integrity, Humility, Courage, Passion, and Wisdom
If you want to grow your career, do meaningful work, and be truly appreciated, MP Systems is the place to be.

Qualifications: 
Four-year construction-related degree, or comparable filed experience. 
Experience with tele data, fiber/copper installation, structured cabling, or telecom infrastructure strongly preferred.
2+ years construction project management experience 

Strong ability to think conceptually and apply practical, field-ready solutions.
Positive safety attitude and strong personal integrity — non-negotiable.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, riser diagrams, and construction documents.
Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
Demonstrated ability to self-start, manage workload, and build relationships.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools; experience with industry-specific software preferred.

MP Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer

MP Systems is a leading line and infrastructure construction company, and one of five companies within PPC Partners, Inc. family of companies. Other subsidiaries include CarolinaPower, MetroPower, and Pieper Electric, and Pieper Automation with 31 total locations throughout the Midwest and Southeastern United States. We are a values-based organization that is committed to supporting the advancement of our customers, employees, and society. The foundation of our success is based on integrity, accountability, and respect.