Program Launch Manager (Telecom)

Department: Business Development Location: United States - Angola, IN Description At Utilities One, we are driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to building the future of critical infrastructure. As a trusted turnkey solutions provider across telecom, power, water, renewable energy, and data center sectors, we deliver high-quality services that connect and empower communities. In addition to our core operations, we offer specialized consulting services that help our clients design, optimize, and execute complex infrastructure projects with confidence and precision. We believe our greatest strength is our people — a team of dedicated professionals who bring expertise, collaboration, and integrity to everything they do. Join us and become part of a growing organization where your contributions make a meaningful impact. We are seeking an experienced Program Launch Manager to support the expansion of our telecommunications business into new markets across the United States. This role sits within the Business Development team and plays a critical bridge function between sales, clients, and field operations. The Program Launch Manager will be heavily involved in new market entry, client engagement, and field execution readiness, ensuring that newly awarded or prospective programs can be launched efficiently and executed to company standards. This position requires extensive travel and hands-on involvement in the field. Work Arrangement: Remote (U.S.-based) with extensive nationwide travel; candidates located in the Midwest region (e.g., Angola, IN or surrounding areas) are strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the launch of new telecommunications construction programs and markets across the United States.
• Travel extensively to new and existing markets to assist with market entry, program setup, and execution readiness.
• Participate in client meetings, pre-bid meetings, site walks, and pre-bid walk-throughs.
• Provide construction and field-execution input during bid and proposal phases.
• Support the setup of field operations, including construction teams, supervisors, subcontractors, and local resources.
• Act as a bridge between Business Development and Operations to ensure smooth program transitions.
• Assist with early-stage project execution to ensure safety, quality, schedule, and cost expectations are met.
• Help implement company standards, processes, and reporting in newly launched markets.
• Identify operational risks early and support leadership with practical mitigation strategies.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 5+ years of experience in telecommunications construction, preferably on the contractor or services-provider side.
• Prior experience as a Construction Manager, Project Manager, or similar field leadership role strongly preferred.
• Hands-on knowledge of telecom construction operations (OSP, wireless, fiber, or related infrastructure).
• Experience participating in pre-bid activities, site walks, or proposal support.
• Strong understanding of field operations, subcontractor coordination, and project execution.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.

Travel Requirement

• Extensive travel required (up to 70–80%) across the United States, including short-notice trips to support client meetings, site walks, and program launches.

Benefits

• Health Insurance plans (health, dental, vision);
• Whole Life Insurance;
• 401k Plan;
• PTO/Paid Holidays;
• Great Work Environment;
• Career Advancement Opportunities.