North Sky Communications
Program Manager Operations
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Important information
Contract type:
Freelance / Contract
Salary:
$100,000 – $125,000 / year
Location:
Lacey, WA, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
7 October 2026
What they need
Discover a more connected career
At North Sky Communications, we build the infrastructure that keeps communities connected. We are looking for an ambitious, results-driven Program Manager - Operations (PMO) to lead turn-key telecommunications construction programs across Washington state.
Reporting directly to Senior Operations Leadership, you won't just manage projects, you’ll drive strategic success, empower cross-functional teams, strengthen key client relationships, and lead major infrastructure initiatives from ground-breaking to close-out. If you bring a strong mix of field experience, operational leadership, and a commitment to safety and quality, we want you on our team.
Connecting you to great benefits
- Weekly Paychecks
- Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
- Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
- 401(k) w/ Company Match
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Legal Insurance
- Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!
What you’ll do
- Drive Program Excellence: Direct the end-to-end execution of complex OSP telecom construction programs, including fiber deployments, network builds, and utility infrastructure projects.
- L****ead Client & Stakeholder Relations: Act as the strategic liaison for key clients, delivering transparent status updates, managing scope, and resolving complex challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset.
- Deliver Customized Client Solutions: Take full ownership of finding tailored answers for our clients, recognizing that every project and program carries unique requirements, constraints, and goals.
- Master Financial Performance: Direct program budgets, forecasting, and profitability goals while ensuring timely milestone billing and efficient resource management.
- Empower Field & Office Teams: Partner closely with Project Managers, Field Supervisors, and subcontractors to streamline daily workflows and remove operational roadblocks.
- Cha****mpion Safety & Compliance: Maintain a safety-first culture by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA regulations, North Sky safety standards, and local/federal permitting requirements across all job sites.
- Optimize Operational Workflows: Continuous improvement is in our DNA, you will refine project tracking, risk management, and close-out processes to elevate operational efficiency.
What you’ll need
Proven Background: 5+ years of operational or program management experience in telecommunications, utility infrastructure, or outside plant (OSP) construction.
Dynamic Leadership & Adaptability: Demonstrated capability to lead cross-functional field and management teams, adapt strategies to suit unique program needs, navigate tight deadlines, and resolve field operations challenges effectively.
Technical & Industry Expertise: Strong understanding of construction prints, engineering schematics, fiber deployment specs, and municipal permitting processes.
Tech Savvy: High proficiency with scheduling and tracking tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet) and core productivity software (MS Excel, Google Workspace).
Education & Credentials: Bachelor’s degree in related field (or equivalent hands-on industry experience). PMP certification is a plus.
Requirements: Valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle record; ability to pass pre-employment background screening and drug test.
The wage range for Program Manager Operations is $100,000.00 - $125,000.00.
Why work with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Effective January 1, 2024, this position is designated by North Sky Communications, LLC as a safety-sensitive position pursuant to Wash. SB 5123 (2023), § 2 (to be codified at Title 49, Chapter 49.44 of the Wash. Rev. Code). As such, this position is exempt pursuant to Wash. SB 5123 (2023), the Washington state law related to pre-employment testing for marijuana. Please be advised that due to the designation of this position as safety-sensitive (and notice to you of the same), you will be subject to pre-employment testing for marijuana and its metabolites.
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