About the role
- Responsible for evaluating the necessity of contract labor across operations.
- Identifying and eliminating non-essential engagements to streamline workforce efficiency.
- Leads strategic negotiations with vendors to secure competitive pricing and prevent rate increases.
- Expands vendor relationships across broader regions while maintaining consistent service rates.
- Establishes and manages national-level partnerships with contract labor providers.
- Ensures uniform service levels and response times across all operational areas.
- Tracks and analyzes contract labor expenditures.
- Provides leadership with detailed insights into spending patterns to support informed budgeting and timely adjustments.
Requirements
- Experience managing contract labor, vendor relationships, and field operations.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Familiarity with Fiber-Optic network operations and construction practices.
- Proven leadership in team coordination and performance management.
- Valid Drivers License.
- Work in all seasons and regularly scheduled weekends.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans – start when you start!
- Life insurance (self, spouse, children)
- Paid time off (vacation, holiday, and personal/sick days)
- 401(k) - 100% company match (match program starts first day of service, up to 5% of eligible compensation)
- Group Legal plan with Identity Theft Protection
- Additional Perks
- Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 on 1st year)
- Annual community support to various organizations across the U.S.
- Associate recognition & awards programs
- Advancement opportunities
- Collaborative work environment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
contract labor managementvendor relationship managementfield operationsnegotiationbudgetingspending analysisfiber-optic network operationsconstruction practices
Soft skills
leadershipcommunicationteam coordinationperformance management
Certifications
valid driver's license