Telecom Automation Project Manager
Jacobs
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
VBA
About the role
- Develop, maintain, and enhance automation tools using Excel, VBA, Smartsheet, Power Query, Power Shell, and other scripting/reporting tools.
- Build integrations and data pipelines between Smartsheet, Excel, databases, and internal telecom systems.
- Automate manual processes to reduce cycle times, eliminate errors, and increase team productivity across centralized functional teams.
- Create macros and custom functions for data cleansing, validation, and transformation using VBA and other tools.
- Collaborate with internal teams to understand existing process pain points and convert them into automation solutions.
- Ensure data integrity by developing validation rules, error checks, and standardized templates.
- Support high-volume telecom programs (build, fiber, mobility, transport, etc.) by providing automated tools that scale with regional workload.
- Document workflows and maintain version control for all automations and tools.
- Train end users on new automation capabilities and provide troubleshooting support.
Requirements
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, Power Query, Power Pivot, and data modeling.
- Strong VBA development skills for building custom applications, macros, and automation scripts.
- Experience creating and managing Smartsheet automations, dashboards, sheets, and workflows.
- Experience supporting telecom operations or construction (fiber, mobility, OSP/ISP, transport, etc.).
- Proven ability to automate high-volume, repetitive processes with accuracy.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.
- Must be able to work for any US employer without visa sponsorship.
Benefits
- Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
- Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan.
- If eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan.
- 17 days of vacation per year, 7 paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday, and caregiver leave.
- Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
ExcelVBASmartsheetPower QueryPower Shelldata pipelinesdata cleansingdata validationautomation scriptsdata modeling
Soft skills
analytical skillstroubleshooting skillsdocumentation skillscollaborationadaptabilitytime managementcommunication