VP of Network Operations Engineering

About the company

TRACT is an Amsterdam-based platform that helps agrifood businesses measure sustainability performance and build resilient, traceable supply chains.

About this role

<p>&nbsp;</p> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Overview</strong></span></h3> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Tract is a team of digital infrastructure experts dedicated to accelerating responsible data center growth by developing master-planned data center parks with access to pre-positioned power and fiber in key markets where hyperscale and AI demand is going. Our approach is collaborative with governments, utilities, cities, and regions to ensure development is targeted for the optimal locations to maximize the economic development benefits for the community while being good stewards of the land and minimizing the impact on neighbors. Tract is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with real estate holdings throughout the United States.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Position Overview</strong></span></h3> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The VP of Network Operations Engineering oversees the day-to-day operations of the network investments, translating corporate strategy into actionable plans, managing budgets, and ensuring alignment with long-term goals. This role is hands-on, requiring strategic vision, operational execution, and engineering skills.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key areas:</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Strategic Leadership</strong></span></p> <ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Partner with executives to cascade corporate goals and develop operational strategies that support network business objectives</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Budget &amp; Resource Management</strong></span></p> <ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Optimize CAPEX and OPEX budgets related to conduit and fiber, manage operational policies, and allocate resources effectively</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Network Team Development</strong></span></p> <ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Mentor and lead a high-performing operations/engineering teams, fostering accountability, leadership succession planning, and a culture of continuous improvement</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Network Reliability</strong></span></p> <ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Oversee the tactical health of the physical OSP network topology, prioritizing installations, preventative maintenance, and rapid network repair</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Project &amp; Risk Management</strong></span></p> <ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Guide teams using project management tools to deliver milestones safely, on time, and within budget</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Compliance &amp; Safety</strong></span></p> <ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Enforce rigorous health, safety, and 811 regulations, embedding a proactive safety culture and tracking QA workflows and KPIs</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Procurement &amp; Partnerships</strong></span></p> <ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage relationships with vendors, partners, and municipal authorities, securing rights-of-way and permits</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Process Improvement</strong></span></p> <ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Implement operational/engineering best practices to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve service delivery</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Strategic Planning and Execution</strong></span></p> <ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop and implement business development strategies, plans, and processes to achieve growth targets, expand market share, and increase revenue</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Network Design and Engineering</strong></span></p> <ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop detailed OSP network designs, including fiber routes, conduit systems, pole attachments, handholes, cabinets, and other supporting infrastructure&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Perform site surveys and field validation to ensure design accuracy and identify potential challenges&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Utilize design software such as GIS and CAD to prepare construction drawings, splicing schematics, and as-built documentation</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as industry standards&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Qualifications</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></span></p> <ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, Telecommunications, Engineering or related degree.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">10+ years of progressive leadership in telecom/broadband, OSP e