Telecom & Infrastructure Project Specialist

Closing Date to Apply: August 18th 2026

Number of Positions:1

Salary: $104822.00 to $177107.00 annually
Midpoint: $140964.50 annually

Grant PUD posts the full salary range for each position. The midpoint is provided as a reference point and is not a guaranteed starting pay. Starting pay is based on job-related factors such as qualifications experience skills internal alignment and organizational needs. Most new hires are typically placed between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUDs benefit that may be available if hired different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

Grant PUD Unified Insurance Program ()

First review of applications will occur on August 18th 2026. Applicants meeting minimum qualifications may undergo further evaluation based on preferred qualifications and other job-related criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred for further consideration.

The District may use the applicant pool and results from this recruitment to fill additional vacancies in the same classification for up to six (6) months following the recruitment closing date consistent with District policy and applicable law.

Position Summary

Under limited supervision this position provides specialized expertise in Telecom Performance Maintenance Compliance and Construction to support the planning design and maintenance of inside and outside telecom infrastructure facilities and building systems. The role is responsible for maintaining the Telecom Multi-Year Roadmap ensuring the reliability functionality and operational performance of existing and future telecom infrastructure that support Grant PUD operations.

This position collaborates with Telecom engineers outside engineers vendors and interior subject matter experts to develop recommendations within their area of expertise. Additionally the role requires building and maintaining external and internal professional relationships that influence project outcomes and contribute to the successful execution of telecom-related initiatives.

Essential Functions

Essential functions as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following representative duties knowledge and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Support telecom and fiber infrastructure planning initiatives to ensure safe reliable and functional inside plant (ISP) and outside plant (OSP) networks.
• Serve as a subject matter expert under Telecom & Fiber Services providing recommendations related to infrastructure planning maintenance compliance capacity management lifecycle planning and ISP/OSP standards.
• Partner with Telecom & Fiber Services leadership and operations teams to develop and implement strategies procedures and documentation supporting network operations capacity planning maintenance expansions relocations new build and budgeting.
• Monitor and assess network performance infrastructure condition and construction activities identify and resolve issues affecting telecom and fiber infrastructure reliability and service delivery.
• Evaluate emerging technologies materials and infrastructure components including conduit systems fiber optic cable splice enclosures handholes and cabinets network electronics.
• Review and develop project scopes material lists drawings (including record drawings) specifications cost estimates budgets reports and work guidelines for maintenance relocations upgrades and new planning design regulatory and construction phases.
• Lead or support project justification and scope validation for service requests; coordinate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to conduct peer reviews of telecom design engineering and construction documents and ensure alignment with project goals timelines and budget.
• Oversee documentation management and ensure compliance with telecom standards safety requirements and applicable codes across all telecom and fiber infrastructure work. Collaborate with Asset Management to maintain accurate complete project and maintenance records in internal databases (e.g. CMMS).
• May also perform duties as a business owner of a project senior project manager or district representative.
• Research and analyze codes and jurisdictional requirements for telecom and fiber infrastructure (ISP/OSP) including right-of-way permitting and utility coordination requirements.
• Review technical specifications to determine compliance with local jurisdictions state regulations national codes and District standards; specify telecom systems materials and construction methods and work with vendors/contactors/crew.
• Provide planning and operational input and expertise to Telecom & Fiber Services on the development of telecom and fiber standards design guidelines network studies capacity and testing calculations material specifications and code compliance (including coordination of jurisdiction permits); serve as the telecom/fiber infrastructure liaison and provide field input to resolve project issues.
• Act as District Representative with engineering firms contractors and external partners for projects requirement professional design permitting and construction support.
• Inspect telecom and fiber infrastructure components in the field review technical data outputs of various network systems and infrastructure materials and analyze variations from original designs.
• Perform site inspections; meet with jurisdictions agencies contract personnel Grant PUD employees and other representatives to resolve concerns and answer questions on issues/projects; assist others with field inspections of projects for conformance to approved plans and specifications.
• Coordinate and conduct engineering field and network infrastructure studies for maintenance services and projects; analyze infrastructure and network component requirements; perform research and calculations required to verify component integrity and constructability.
• Collaborate and develop strong partnerships with telecom fiber and construction crews project managers asset management consultants and cross-departmental teams including Enterprise Project Management Office Power Delivery/Production Engineering Facilities and Property Servicesto support planning execution and resolution of telecom and fiber infrastructure projects and issues.
• Assist Project Manager(s)/District Representative(s) under the direction of the Supervisor/Manager with project planning and execution including development of scopes of work schedules cost estimates budgets risk assessments mitigation strategies project justifications and asset record requirements.
• In this position if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy IS-TA-POL-001.
• Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUDs mission vision values strategic plan and Grant PUD/IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.
• Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws regulations security guidelines Grant PUD policies & procedures as well as NERC/WECC..
• Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program including but not limited to:
  • Following all safety policies and procedures.
  • Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
  • Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor; and
  • Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.

Required Qualifications (Education Experience Licenses & Certifications):

• BS in Architecture Engineering or Construction Management or a related field OR 2 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Five (5) years experience in capital or O&M project execution (budgeting through transition to maintenance) including experience leading infrastructure and engineering projects.

Preferred Qualifications (Education Experience Licenses & Certifications):

• Progressive responsibility in telecom operations maintenance and project management.
• Experience leading projects.

Other Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of Concepts principles theories and means & methods surrounding A/E industry standards and best practices; project management tools and techniques; technical competencies with an attention toward telecom operations and construction; and financial management philosophies.
• Skill in Problem solving; written and oral interpersonal communication; workflow and time management; utilizing MS office products; familiarity with GIS AutoCAD and CMMS software tools and applications.
• Strong ability to coordinate cross-functional teams including outside plants engineers and contractors.

Physical Requirements

• Position may be eligible for hybrid work arrangement: âYes âNo
• Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting.
  o Will perform work onsite at the locations of the assigned Business Units
• Typical shift of employees in this position: â8 hours â9 hours â10 hours â12 hours

*For a full list of requirements the applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE).

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas

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