Project Engineering Manager - Minneapolis, MN

Cogent Communications is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI.

Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high-speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services in over 251 markets globally.

Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world.

This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring.

Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.

Compensation :

Base Salary Pay Range : $72,000 - $90,000. Specific offers within the listed pay ranges are determined by a variety of factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and business needs.

Responsibilities :

• Provide hands-on technical expertise for maintaining, troubleshooting and turning-up fiber optic networks.
• Turn-up and test new customer circuits.
• Drive the implementation of metro network augmentation and expansion.
• Work with vendors to build out risers within a "Class A" office buildings.
• Provide coordination between field managers and HQ on construction projects.
• Work with Network Engineering to provide field perspective and expertise to network deployments.
• Select, manage and train vendors on network support and construction related activities.
• Maintain proficiency in current and evolving technological developments in power systems, telecommunications infrastructure, fiber, CWDM and DWDM technologies.

Qualifications :

• Working knowledge of network architectures and telecom infrastructure.
• Proficiency in the use of optical test equipment, including power meters, OTDRs and OSAs, and interpretation of test results.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• High-energy individual with interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate peers, and drive projects to completion.
• Highly developed written and verbal communications skills.
• 4-15 years of telecommunications experience with fiber transmission equipment including 3+ years field experience.
• Experience managing vendors and carriers.
• Familiarity with Telco operations.
• Logistical planning with a high level of sound technical skills, analytical ability, and sound judgment.
• Associate’s degree in a technical field, and / or an equivalent combination of experience, training and education that may substitute for the degree.

Additional Qualifications : Budgeting, Project Management, Travel 50%.

COVID-19 Policy :

Cogent has adopted a mandatory vaccination and booster policy which requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated with one booster against COVID-19.

Prior to beginning employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or apply for and receive an accommodation to be exempt from the policy.

By submitting an application or resume for this position, I agree to abide by Cogent’s mandatory vaccination policy.

To apply for the Project Engineering Manager position, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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