Ritter Communications is seeking a Vice President of Outside Plant Construction and Engineering to oversee planning, design, and construction of fiber optic networks for new and existing markets. This is a key role, responsible for driving strategic initiatives, optimizing operations, and leading a high-performing team.
Reporting directly to the CTO, the VP drives strategic initiatives, optimizes operations, and leads a high-performing team to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in accordance with industry standards.
What You'll Do:
- Works closely with CTO and other senior executives to define the company’s infrastructure goals.
- Provides strategic leadership to construction and engineering departments to develop and implement construction plans that align with the company’s overall business objectives.
- Leads and mentors a team of construction and engineering managers, promoting a collaborative and results-driven environment.
- Develops and manages operating and capital budgets, implementing appropriate spending controls, and providing reports and metrics as required to track financial performance ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the telecommunications industry, a strong background in construction management, knowledge of fiber network planning and engineering principles, and a proven track record of delivering large-scale fiber deployment projects.
What You Bring To The Table:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business administration, or a related field (master’s preferred).
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in the telecommunications industry, with at least 5 years of senior leadership experience managing outside plant construction and engineering.
- Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex fiber deployment projects.
This is a strategic leadership role with the opportunity to make a real impact. If you're ready to drive major initiatives in a fast-moving telecom environment, we’d love to connect with you.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Senior level leadership: 5 years (Required)
- telecommunications construction: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jonesboro, AR 72401: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)
Work Location: In person