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Manager Design

Location: 

Oakland, NJ, US, 07436

Brand:  Optimum
Requisition #:  9623

Are you looking to Optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today! 

 

We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team! We understand that connectivity isn't just a luxury anymore – it's a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. We owe our success to our amazing product, commitment to our people and the connections we make in every community.

 

If you are resourceful, collaborative, team-oriented and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the Company for you!

 

We are Optimum!

Job Summary

The Design Manager is responsible for all Hybrid Fiber-Coax (HFC) and Fiber to the Home (FTTH) network survey and design for plant additions, upgrades and extensions within the stated Service Level Agreement (SLA). This position is responsible to direct subscriber requests through survey, design, and cost estimating towards the release of units to CSC Sales organization for required approvals prior to packaging and forwarding of completed residential, commercial, and municipal units to construction via the Engineering Tracking System (ETS). The Manager leads the survey for the routing and planning of the FTTH/HFC/Fiber infrastructure. System design and topology must ensure the accurate deployment of Wi-Fi AP placement and coverage. Understanding of the Wi-Fi topology to ensure optimal coverage of defined areas. Coordinates with CSC engineering departments; Fiber, Lightpath, and Construction, property owners, Sales departments, builders, contractors, and where required, utilities, for project design completion. Responsible for the management of all NWM coax, fiber, and Wi-Fi mapping data: as-builds, plots, etc., and the coordination of data flow in PNI/GIS mapping system, and ensuring updates to support field my World deployments. Maintenance of the GIS technologies to support NOC and field activities. Develop, justify, and manage to the approved budget for capital and operational spending, identify and document any variance to final cost and budget. Identify and facilitate the training and development of all Cablevision Design employees and contractor personnel as it pertains to new technology, safety, career progression and regulatory requirements. Maintain open lines of communication with staff, other departments and customers, utility and government agencies, contractors and engineering companies to ensure the highest level of service.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the delivery of products and services within the stated Service Level Agreements (SLA).
  • Responsible for all engineering records maintenance (mapping and system stats)
  • Participate in the development and management of databases for project activity tracking
  • Manage to approve operational & capital budget & forecasts
  • Identify and facilitate training and career development to all related personnel:
  • Communicate and administer company policies & procedures (HR)
  • Request and/or support Corporate Engineering with product testing and evaluation.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum 3 years business management experience, with demonstrated increased levels of responsibility.
  • Demonstrated experience in change management and leadership.
  • Minimum 5 year's experience in Design and/or Construction field operations.
  • Ability to execute clearly defined goals and objectives.
  • Proven ability to plan, lead, organize, and control in a dynamic, multi-functional work environment.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Project Management skills.
  • Financial/analytical skills.
  • Works well under pressure.
  • Ability to manage relationships within all levels.
  • Technical understanding of broadband communications
  • Sound understanding of design and engineering standards for both coaxial and fiber plant. Versed in multiple HFC/Fiber and Wi-Fi parameters and design architectures.
  • Operational troubleshooting
  • Analytical Skills

At Optimum, we're fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem-solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top-quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.

 

If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, we'll shape the future of connectivity. 

 

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company’s discretion based on business necessity.

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

The Company collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state and local law.

 

Applicants for employment with The Company will never be asked to provide money (even if reimbursable) as part of the job application or hiring process. Please review our Fraud FAQ for further details.

 

Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $102,816.00 - $168,912.00 / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.

 

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.  Please note that at this time, we do not provide visa sponsorship for employment.


Nearest Major Market: New Jersey

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