At PEARCE, we've got a career for you!
Join the nation’s leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. We are the premier independent service provider for our nation’s critical infrastructure. With over 2,500 team members nationwide, Pearce delivers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of our nation’s wireless and wireline telecom, commercial and utility-scale solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, as well as large-scale power generation, critical power and energy storage assets.
Purpose of the Role
This role exists to ensure Frontier is first to trench and first to serve in every new development within market. By engaging developers and municipalities before vertical construction, the Program Manager orchestrates joint trench execution with utilities and delivers a frictionless path from early discovery to as-builts. Vision for the Role
Position Frontier as the developer’s preferred infrastructure partner by: - Surfacing greenfield projects early (concept/pre-plat) - Securing joint trench participation before construction schedules harden - Aligning conduit/construction logistics with utilities to reduce cost & disruption - Standardizing workflows, documentation, and reporting for scale - Driving measurable customer location (CL) growth at lower cost per CL
Guiding Principles
• Early, Field-Led Engagement: Identify subdivisions & mixed-use projects before pre-con. Earn a seat at the table early to influence schedules.
• Single-Threaded Ownership: One accountable leader from first developer contact → project closeout. Act as connective tissue between external stakeholders and internal teams.
• Joint Trench as the Default: Treat joint trenching as the operating premise, not the exception. Align timelines and logistics with power/utilities by default.
• Programmatic Clarity, Not Heroics: Build simple, repeatable processes (plans, permits, as-builts). Prioritize scalable frameworks over ad hoc problem-solving.
• Advisory Posture: Be the knowledgeable partner elevating Frontier’s Greenfield strategy. Provide insights to leadership on market trends and developer dynamics.
• Customer-Location Impact: Every decision measured against time-to-market and cost per CL.
Role Pillars & Responsibilities
Market Engagement
• Proactively scout early-stage greenfield developments (pre-plat, permitting records).
• Build & sustain trusted relationships with developers, GCs, city planners, utilities.
• Represent Frontier at pre-construction meetings and site walks.
Program Execution
• Secure joint trench participation and align construction windows with utilities.
• Coordinate conduit delivery, logistics, and documentation requirements.
• Drive internal alignment between Vendors, Sales, MDU, Engineering, Permitting.
Standardization & Reporting
• Design scalable workflows, trackers, and tools for joint trench projects.
• Maintain centralized dashboards (pipeline, timelines, metrics).
• Deliver repeatable, auditable project closeouts with clean records.
Advisory & Strategy
• Act as SME and internal advisor on Greenfield engagement.
• Inform Frontier’s long-term network investment strategy with on-the-ground intelligence.
• Share development trends and pipeline visibility with leadership.
Experience & Competencies
Core Experience
• 3+ years in telecom, utilities, land development, or municipal planning.
• Proven success in securing joint trench opportunities.
• Direct experience with subdivision/greenfield development cycles.
Technical & Process Knowledge
• OSP design & construction (conduit standards, as-builts).
• ROW/JPA permitting workflows.
• Project tracking tools (SiteTracker, SharePoint, Power BI).
• Ability to read/interpret CAD & GIS site plans.
Program & Relationship Skills
• Strong developer/municipal relationship-building.
• Skilled in negotiating joint trench participation.
• Cross-functional coordination with Engineering, Sales, MDU, Permitting.
Operational Competencies
• Field-based execution (site walks, pre-cons, construction alignment).
• Scalable workflow design and repeatable processes.
• Data-driven approach to opportunity qualification.
Success Measures
• % of new developments with Frontier joint trench participation.
• Reduction in time-to-market vs. standalone builds.
• Reduction in construction cost per CL.
• Accuracy & completeness of project records (plans, permits, as-builts).
• Developer satisfaction and repeat engagement.
What We Offer
Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.
At PEARCE, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to excel and make a meaningful impact, providing a dynamic space for field technicians, service specialists, and corporate professionals to flourish and propel their careers forward within our nationwide presence and expansive service offerings.
Learn more about us at www.Pearce-Services.com!
