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About the Role

This leadership role is responsible for managing project delivery, customer relationships, financial performance, team development, and business growth initiatives for telecommunications engineering services. The position is for candidates located in the SFO bay area and requires flexibility to travel to various client offices in Norcal as needed. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in wireless telecommunications, proven project and people management expertise, and established relationships within Tier-1 telecom carriers. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to both customers and internal stakeholders while ensuring operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and profitable business growth.

Responsibilities

Lead the successful delivery of wireless engineering programs including RF Design, Network Performance, Optimization, Small Cells, DAS, Private Networks, FWA, Site Development, Construction Support, and Deployment Services.
Manage multiple customer projects simultaneously while ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, quality, and budget commitments.
Establish project governance, risk management, resource planning, forecasting, and reporting processes.
Drive operational efficiency through KPI tracking, performance reviews, and continuous process improvement.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project execution and customer satisfaction.
Maintain accountability for project financials, revenue forecasting, profitability, and resource utilization.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers, project managers, and technical specialists.
Build a culture of accountability, ownership, collaboration, and customer focus.
Conduct performance evaluations, career development discussions, succession planning, and talent development initiatives.
Recruit, onboard, and retain top engineering talent.
Foster employee engagement and promote a positive and inclusive work environment.
Manage workforce planning and resource allocation to meet customer and business needs.
Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic wireless carrier customers.
Develop strong executive and operational relationships with customer stakeholders.
Conduct regular business reviews with customers to identify opportunities, resolve issues, and improve service delivery.
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and long-term account retention.
Act as a trusted partner by understanding customer priorities, network challenges, and business objectives.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing and prospective accounts.
Support sales teams in account expansion strategies and pipeline development.
Participate in customer presentations, proposal development, RFP responses, pricing discussions, and contract negotiations.
Promote end-to-end wireless engineering solutions across RF, Site Acquisition, Construction, Integration, Optimization, Private Networks, and Emerging Technologies.
Develop strategic partnerships that expand market presence and revenue opportunities.
Collaborate with regional leadership to drive annual growth objectives.
Own regional operational performance and financial targets.
Develop budgets, forecasts, staffing plans, and revenue projections.
Monitor project margins, utilization rates, and operational KPIs.
Ensure compliance with contract requirements and company policies.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance scalability and profitability.
Ensure compliance with carrier standards, company policies, regulatory requirements, and safety procedures.
Promote a culture of safety and quality throughout all operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Business Management, Project Management, or a related field required or combined education and experience.
10+ years of experience in telecommunications or wireless engineering services.
5+ years of leadership experience managing technical and operational teams.
Demonstrated experience supporting Tier-1 wireless carriers such as T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T, Dish Wireless, or equivalent operators.
Proven success managing large-scale wireless engineering programs and customer delivery organizations.
Experience managing P&L, budgets, revenue forecasting, and operational performance metrics.
PMP Certification.
Experience managing geographically distributed teams.
Existing relationships within wireless carrier organizations in Northern California.
Experience supporting large enterprise, public sector, utility, or private network customers.
Knowledge of emerging wireless technologies and industry trends.
Strong understanding of Wireless Network Architecture (4G LTE, 5G NR).
Strong understanding of RF Engineering and Network Optimization.
Strong understanding of Small Cell and DAS Solutions.
Strong understanding of Private Wireless Networks.
Strong understanding of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA).
Strong understanding of Site Development and Construction Processes.
Strong understanding of Network Deployment and Integration.
Strong understanding of Carrier Operational Processes and Standards.
Exceptional people leadership and coaching skills.
Strong stakeholder management abilities.
Strategic thinker with excellent business acumen.
Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to influence customers, peers, and executive leadership.
Excellent presentation and communication skills.

Skills

Wireless telecommunications
Project management
People management
RF Design
Network Performance
Optimization
Small Cells
DAS
Private Networks
FWA
Site Development
Construction Support
Deployment Services
KPI tracking
Performance reviews
Process improvement
Cross-functional team collaboration
Financial management
Revenue forecasting
Profitability analysis
Resource utilization
Mentoring
Talent development
Recruiting
Onboarding
Employee engagement
Workforce planning
Customer relationship management
Business development
Account management
Proposal development
RFP response
Contract negotiation
Budgeting
Forecasting
Staffing plans
Operational performance monitoring
Compliance management
Safety procedures
Wireless Network Architecture (4G LTE, 5G NR)
RF Engineering
Network Optimization
Small Cell Solutions
DAS Solutions
Private Wireless Networks
Fixed Wireless Access (FWA)
Site Development Processes
Construction Processes
Network Deployment
Network Integration
Carrier Operational Processes
Carrier Standards
People leadership
Coaching
Stakeholder management
Strategic thinking
Business acumen
Negotiation
Conflict resolution
Influencing
Presentation skills
Communication skills

Location

SFO bay area
Norcal

Work Type

Onsite
Travel

Experience Level

10+ years of experience in telecommunications or wireless engineering services
5+ years of leadership experience managing technical and operational teams

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Business Management, Project Management, or a related field
MBA or advanced degree preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Digital Health & Wellness Support
Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Insurance
Short-term & Long-term disability
Group term & Voluntary life insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Paid Time Off & 401K
Company Discount Website

About the Company

Circet USA is the leading provider of Network Services in North America.
We specialize in engineering and construction services delivering comprehensive solutions across Inside Plant, Outside Plant, and Wireless networks to meet the evolving infrastructure needs of our customers.
With nearly 50 years of industry experience, we work with major telecom service providers, MSOs, cloud service providers, and utilities.
At Circet USA, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact by helping to create customized solutions that address our clients' unique challenges.
If you’re passionate about innovation and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity

Circet USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disabled. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.