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Aquent

Construction Project Development Manager

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$135K - $145K/yr

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  • PTO

... Development, Engineering, and Construction teams. The ideal candidate brings 5-10 years of ... Natural gas * Telecom and fiber * Engage directly with utility providers, municipalities, and ...

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.

Facilities Manager

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

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About AOI Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AOI) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced ... telecom, and fiber access networks around the world. Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, AOI is a ...

Marathon Petroleum Company

Senior Network Engineer

Texas City, TX · On-site

$89K - $121K/yr

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... management, and advanced support of business LAN environments across complex industrial sites, with ... engineering, cybersecurity, facilities, telecom providers, contractors, vendors, and business ...

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Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Senior Network Engineer

Texas City, TX · On-site

$89K - $121K/yr

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

... management, and advanced support of business LAN environments across complex industrial sites, with ... engineering, cybersecurity, facilities, telecom providers, contractors, vendors, and business ...

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How much do telecom engineering manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for telecom engineering manager in Houston, TX is $140,255.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,300.00 and $165,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a telecom engineering manager do?

A Telecom Engineering Manager oversees the design, implementation, and maintenance of telecommunications systems within an organization. They lead engineering teams, manage projects, ensure network reliability, and stay up to date with industry advancements. Their role includes budgeting, vendor management, compliance with regulations, and optimizing telecom infrastructure for efficiency and performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a telecom engineering manager?

To thrive as a Telecom Engineering Manager, you need a solid background in telecommunications engineering, project management, and a relevant bachelor's degree, with many positions preferring an advanced degree and prior leadership experience. Familiarity with telecom network design tools, industry standards (such as ITU, IEEE), and certifications like PMP or Cisco are often valuable. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are standout soft skills for managing teams and liaising with stakeholders. These skills ensure the efficient delivery, maintenance, and strategic growth of telecom infrastructure in a dynamic technological environment.

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Project Development Mgr

Target Hospitality

The Woodlands, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

The Project Development Manager is responsible for leading projects through the early development and pre-construction phases, ensuring they are fully defined, de-risked, and ready for successful execution. This role bridges commercial development, utility infrastructure coordination, permitting, estimating, and scheduling, and serves as a critical interface between Business Development, Engineering, and Construction teams.
The ideal candidate brings 5-10 years of experience in project development, infrastructure, or construction environments, with strong knowledge of utility infrastructure including power, water, wastewater, telecom/fiber, and gas systems.
Key Responsibilities
Project Development & Pre-Construction
  • Lead project development activities from initial concept through construction handoff
  • Define project scope, baseline assumptions, risks, and execution strategy early in the lifecycle
  • Develop and manage preliminary budgets, cost models, and schedule development.
  • Coordinate feasibility studies, site due diligence, and constructability reviews
  • Maintain development risk registers and drive mitigation strategies prior to mobilization

Utility Infrastructure & External Coordination
  • Serve as primary lead for utility infrastructure coordination, including:

    • Electric power (temporary and permanent)
    • Water and wastewater
    • Natural gas
    • Telecom and fiber

  • Engage directly with utility providers, municipalities, and regulatory agencies
  • Support utility applications, service agreements, and infrastructure extension plans
  • Coordinate offsite utility scopes with civil engineers and internal construction teams

Permitting & Entitlements
  • Manage permitting strategy and timelines across local, state, and utility authorities
  • Coordinate zoning, land use, environmental, and building permit requirements
  • Support entitlement approval processes and ensure compliance with jurisdictional requirements
  • Track permit status and critical path impacts

Estimating, Scheduling & Transition to Execution
  • Support or lead early estimating efforts and cost validation in partnership with estimating teams
  • Help coordinate the development of project schedules and milestone dates
  • Ensure a clean, structured handoff to Project Management and Field Execution teams
  • Participate in turnover meetings to ensure scope, cost, and risk alignment

Internal & Client Collaboration
  • Act as a cross-functional integrator between Development, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction
  • Support client and stakeholder presentations during the development phase
  • Provide clear, executive-level updates on development progress, risks, and decisions

Qualifications & Experience
Required
  • 5-10 years of experience in project development, construction management, or related roles
  • Demonstrated experience with utility infrastructure planning and coordination
  • Strong understanding of pre-construction processes, permitting, and early cost modeling
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel across different geographic jurisdictions
  • Excellent written, verbal, and stakeholder communication skills

Preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field
  • Experience supporting largescale commercial, industrial, energy, or infrastructure projects
  • Familiarity with modular construction or accelerated delivery models
  • Experience working with utility companies, municipalities, and regulatory agencies

Core Competencies
  • Utility & infrastructure diligence and planning
  • Pre-construction and development strategy
  • Risk identification and mitigation
  • Budget and schedule development
  • Cross-functional leadership
  • Regulatory and permitting coordination
  • Executive-level communication

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