[Remote] Project Specialist II - Network Planning & Design

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Astreya is seeking a Project Specialist II who will be responsible for delivering and maintaining network and hardware for external events, collaborating with internal and external teams. This role involves overseeing project execution, ensuring data integrity in network design, and mentoring engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Drives client projects and events from inception to retrospective
• Oversees a schedule of events with minimal daily guidance/supervision
• Directs and manages multiple projects independently
• Gather event details and requirements from stakeholders, manage planning and execution of events
• Own the communication cycle with requestors, both internal and external
• Coordinates with event delivery contributors to ensure successful completion of event goals
• Coordinates internal resources and third parties/vendors for the execution of approved events
• Defines project measurables, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Initiates updates, resolves issues, and identifies process improvements
• Explains 1st party platforms and also troubleshoots hardware
• Works with the team to define and document material flow and standard operating procedures
• Generates metrics and communicates them to internal stakeholders
• Manages booking, scheduling, and expense reporting for events/travel
• Provides event support in busier periods, including: unpacking/packing/transporting products and aiding the delivery/shipment of materials as needed
• Prepares devices for distribution including, but not limited to software updates, flashing devices, and troubleshooting
• Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position

Skills

• Bachelor's degree (B.S/B.A) from four-college or university and 2 to 5 years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Builds productive internal and external working relationships
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
• Excellent communication skills, including writing, proofreading skills, and speaking
• 10+ years in telecom/network engineering, OSS platforms, or network operations
• Strong knowledge of IP/MPLS, Ethernet, optical transport, and telecom infrastructure
• Experience with OSS/network inventory tools (e.g., Ericsson ENM, Nokia NSP, Oracle OSS, Bentley)
• Deep understanding of configuration management, discovery/reconciliation, and ITIL practices
• Proven ability to set standards, influence engineers, and drive process improvements
• Experience in regulated/utility environments is a strong plus

Benefits

• Medical provided through