Program Manager WAVSYS Ontario, CA Job Details Contract $50 - $54 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Qualifications Systems integration Wireless network deployment projects Customer relationship building Cellular networks Wireless networking Project change management Client rapport building Zoning permitting Customer relationship management Client management Vendor communication Data analytics Telecommunication Managing projects Public permit project coordination Business Construction change order management Utilities construction Construction Management KPI dashboards Full Job Description Program Manager -

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Ontario, CA (On-Site / Local Market — Hybrid Office & Field) Position Overview WAVSYS Solutions is seeking an experienced, high-caliber Program Manager to lead active deployment projects and drive operational readiness for high-profile upcoming initiatives across Southern California. This role requires a local candidate who will regularly report into our Ontario, CA warehouse/office , while spending 1 to 2 days per week on-site with our primary carrier client—specifically supporting telecom projects . Immediate focus areas include critical cabinet consolidation initiatives, while building out the framework, capacity, and delivery engine for multi-year expansion projects. The ideal candidate brings a strong background supporting major carriers (direct T-Mobile familiarity highly preferred), exceptional client-facing presence, deep field-side cell site knowledge, and the leadership drive to push internal teams to hit strict project KPIs. Key Responsibilities Client Relationship & Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary WAVSYS account liaison to telecom market leads, leading client alignment sessions, site walk-throughs, and executive updates (including on-site client meetings 1-2 times per week). Drive client satisfaction through transparent communication, proactive conflict resolution, and consistent execution on commitments. Balance professional poise, charm, and firmness when managing client expectations around project schedules, scope shifts, and deliverables. Program Operations & Delivery Report regularly into the WAVSYS Ontario, CA warehouse/office to oversee staging, operations, and team coordination directly. Direct end-to-end execution of active telecom projects (starting with cabinet consolidations) and scale operational readiness for upcoming large-scale network builds. Oversee comprehensive cell site development phases—from permitting, utility coordination, and civil work through integration and closeout. Hold internal WAVSYS field teams and operations accountable to strict quality benchmarks, safety standards, and performance KPIs. Reporting, Data Integrity & Governance Develop, maintain, and present executive dashboards, milestone reports, and real-time project metrics for internal leaders and telecom stakeholders. Ensure 100% data integrity and synchronized tracking across both T-Mobile carrier databases/tools and internal WAVSYS management systems. Financial & Budgetary Oversight Own project P&L, managing budgets, forecasting costs, and tracking actual expenditures against baseline targets. Manage purchase orders (POs), change orders, vendor billing cycles, and client invoicing milestones to protect project margins. Qualifications & Requirements Location & Physical Presence (Must-Have): Must be locally based in the Greater Inland Empire / Los Angeles area with the physical capability to report into the WAVSYS warehouse/office in Ontario, CA , as well as travel to client sites 1-2 days per week.

Experience:

7+ years of Senior Project Management or Program Management experience in the wireless/telecommunications industry. Client Presence (Must-Have): World-class interpersonal, communication, and executive-facing skills. Must have a proven track record of managing tier-1 carrier clients with high diplomacy and relationship-building savvy.

Carrier Experience:

Strong experience supporting major wireless carriers. Direct experience supporting T-Mobile standards, deployment processes, tools, and closeout requirements is strongly preferred.

Cell Site Technical Knowledge:

Deep field-side understanding of cell site operations, RAN equipment, cabinet consolidations, and site modifications (beyond general or high-level civil construction).

SoCal Market Expertise:

Hands-on experience navigating jurisdiction permitting, local utility dynamics, and field conditions across Greater Los Angeles and Southern California.

Core PM Discipline:

Mastery of project data management, advanced tracking/analytics, schedule forecasting, and financial change-order management.

Education & Credentials:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent industry experience. PMP certification is a strong plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

Background supporting C&I (Civil & Integration) projects is a plus, but not required.

Pay:

$50.00 - $54.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance

Work Location:

In person