Technical Project Manager – Fiber Optical Splicing

EOS IT Solutions

Technical Project Manager managing fiber optic projects from planning to execution at EOS IT Solutions. Overseeing teams to ensure delivery of high-quality fiber infrastructure solutions.

Posted 5/18/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the end-to-end management of fiber optic splicing projects, including new builds, network expansions, and repairs.
Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
Conduct site assessments, review engineering design packages (EDPs), and validate technical feasibility.
Oversee installation, splicing, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure alignment with specifications.
Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain delivery timelines and quality standards.
Provide technical direction on fusion and mechanical splicing for single-mode, multi-mode, and ribbon fiber.
Supervise OTDR, OLTS, and power meter testing, ensuring data accuracy and certification integrity.
Analyze OTDR traces, loss budgets, and test results for quality assurance.
Support root cause analysis for faults or defects, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
Stay current with emerging fiber optic technologies, testing methodologies, and equipment advancements.
Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams including splicing technicians, engineers, and subcontractors.
Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with all operational protocols.
Mentor team members and foster professional development across field operations.
Act as the key liaison between internal departments, vendors, and clients to maintain communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
Enforce QA/QC standards through regular inspections and audits.
Ensure all deliverables meet client requirements, contractual obligations, and industry benchmarks (ITU, FOA, BICSI).
Manage project documentation, including test results, as-built records, and handover packs.
Maintain strict adherence to health and safety policies and environmental standards.
Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, and resource utilization.
Track progress against KPIs, milestones, and SLAs.
Deliver regular project reports, dashboards, and performance summaries to senior management and stakeholders.
Support post-project reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven track record managing fiber optic splicing projects within data center, metro, or large-scale network environments.
Strong technical understanding of fiber splicing, testing, and fault management.
Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies (MS Project, Asana, Trello, or equivalent).
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, network schematics, and OTDR traces.
Strong organizational and time management abilities in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
Familiarity with industry and regulatory standards (ITU, FOA, BICSI, OSHA).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance starting the 1st of the month after your start date.
Travel pay: Compensation provided for any work-related travel outside of your assigned local area, in accordance with EOS travel policy
Occasional overtime and bonus opportunities for hourly workers
10 Days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
12 Paid Holidays
6 Sick Days (available after 90 days of employment)
401(k) Retirement Plan with a $2,500 company match (available after 90 days of employment)

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Hard Skills & Tools

fiber optic splicingproject managementsite assessmentstechnical feasibilityOTDR testingOLTS testingpower meter testingroot cause analysisQA/QC standardsbudget management

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder managementorganizational skillstime managementmentoringrisk managementteam coordinationproblem-solvingsafety culture promotion

Certifications

ITUFOABICSIOSHA