Full-Time

Director of Project Management Office

Zentro

Zentro

51-200 employees

MDU-focused ISP delivering symmetrical multi-gig

Compensation Overview

$100k - $140k/yr

+ 10% target annual bonus

Remote in USA

Remote

Preferred residence in Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, Denver, Detroit, Houston, or Los Angeles; 20% travel required.

Category
Business & Strategy (1)
Required Skills
Agile
JIRA
Risk Management
Asana
SCRUM

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Requirements
  • 8–12+ years of project or program management experience, including leadership of cross-functional initiatives.
  • Proven experience building or leading a project management office in a high-growth or transformation environment.
  • Strong executive presence and the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to operate effectively in ambiguity and bring structure to loosely defined problems.
  • Deep understanding of project management methodologies, including Scrum and Agile, with a pragmatic approach to application.
  • Experience with project management tools such as Smartsheet, Asana, Monday, Jira, or similar.
  • Experience managing multiple related projects simultaneously and within budget.
Responsibilities
  • Establish and lead a centralized project management office, including frameworks, tools, and standards for project intake, prioritization, execution, and reporting.
  • Define and enforce project governance, including stage gates, documentation standards, risk management, and escalation protocols.
  • Build and maintain a portfolio view of all active initiatives aligned to executive priorities and resource capacity.
  • Drive execution of internal, interdepartmental projects across information technology, Network Operations, Customer Experience, Sales, Finance, and Human Resources.
  • Partner with department leaders to define project scope, timelines, dependencies, and success metrics.
  • Identify and resolve cross-functional bottlenecks, ensuring accountability and forward momentum.
  • Standardize how everyday projects are defined, tracked, and delivered across the organization.
  • Develop and manage integrated program plans and timelines.
  • Track progress, identify risks, and drive issue resolution.
  • Lead project management for acquisitions, including integration planning and execution across systems, people, and processes.
  • Coordinate integration workstreams, including systems consolidation, network integration, payroll and human resources information system alignment, customer migration, and vendor rationalization.
  • Ensure coordination between technical and operational teams during integration phases.
  • Manage vendor relationships as needed to support program objectives, coordinate deliverables, and resolve issues.
  • Evaluate and implement project management tools and systems to support visibility, collaboration, and reporting.
  • Continuously refine project management office processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and transparency.
  • Drive a culture of disciplined execution without introducing unnecessary bureaucracy.
  • Work with the Operations team to help develop internal project managers and construction project coordinators.
  • Provide guidance and oversight to ensure consistent execution quality across all projects.
  • Travel approximately 20%.
Desired Qualifications
  • Direct experience managing mergers and acquisitions integrations.
  • Experience in telecommunications, infrastructure, or similarly complex operational environments.
  • PMP certification.

Zentro is a fiber internet provider focused on multifamily (MDU) communities and commercial clients. It serves over 130,000 subscribers across 20+ major metro markets in the U.S. by delivering symmetrical multi-gig fiber connections, typically through partnerships with MDUs. The service works by installing fiber to buildings and offering high-speed, upload-and-download symmetric internet plans suitable for large buildings and business needs. What sets Zentro apart is its independence (not tied to a single national carrier), a targeted MDU focus, and a rapid growth footprint across many large markets with a specialization in delivering consistent, high-capacity connections to multi-tenant properties. The company’s goal is to expand its nationwide MDU footprint and provide reliable, scalable fiber connectivity to residential and commercial customers across additional markets.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$240M

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2009

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The June 2026 recapitalization strengthened Zentro’s balance sheet for organic and M&A growth.
  • Oversubscribed March 2026 ABS lowered capital costs and expanded acquisition firepower.
  • Calix-backed Zentro Bliss supports IoT upsells and unit growth through 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Comcast Xfinity and AT&T attack Zentro’s pricing advantage with bundled property deals.
  • Integration of BAI Connect, Snip Internet, and GigaMonster assets strains service consistency.
  • A failed June 2026 expansion push would trap Zentro inside niche MDU economics.

What makes Zentro unique

  • Zentro leads multifamily broadband, serving 120,000+ apartment units across 20+ U.S. cities.
  • Its March 2026 $240 million ABS is the largest multifamily broadband securitization.
  • Greystar and StepStone recapitalized Zentro in June 2026, backing a national platform.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Hybrid Work Options

Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

6%
EIN Presswire
Apr 30th, 2026
Author Capital exits Zentro Internet after transforming regional ISP into national broadband platform

Author Capital Partners has exited its investment in Zentro Internet, one of the largest independent internet service providers focused on multiple dwelling units in the United States. The Chicago-based firm partnered with Zentro's co-founders in 2021 to transform SilverIP Communications from a regional Chicago ISP into a national broadband platform. During Author Capital's investment period, the company executed several strategic acquisitions, including merging SilverIP with Everywhere Wireless to create the Zentro Internet brand. Subsequent acquisitions of BAI Connect, Snip Internet and select GigaMonster Networks assets expanded operations into over 15 markets. Zentro now serves over 120,000 residents across properties in 20 major metro markets, delivering connectivity solutions including symmetrical 10 Gig internet and managed Wi-Fi over a hybrid fibre network.

TelecomLead
Mar 27th, 2026
Telecom news: Mobile Recharge Plans, Zentro Internet, Reliance Telecom.

Telecom news: Mobile Recharge Plans, Zentro Internet, Reliance Telecom. March 27, 2026 Today's telecom news includes announcements on Mobile Recharge Plans, Zentro Internet, Reliance Telecom, among others. No More 28-Day Trick? TRAI Cracks Down on Mobile Recharge Plans The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is moving to end the widely criticized 28-day mobile recharge plans offered by telecom operators. These plans effectively make users pay for 13 recharges in a year instead of 12, sparking concerns over unfair pricing. The issue has also been raised in Parliament, where questions were asked about the transparency of such billing practices. Many consumers argue that reducing a standard month to 28 days leads to hidden extra costs. Meanwhile, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) continues to provide plans with full one-month validity, highlighting the contrast in industry practices. Broadband Boom: Zentro Lands $240 mn Deal to Accelerate High-Speed Expansion Zentro Internet has closed its inaugural $240 million asset-backed securitization (ABS), marking one of the largest financings in the multifamily broadband sector. The deal, backed by investment-grade ratings, saw strong demand from institutional investors and was oversubscribed. The issuance includes Class A-2 and Class B notes at fixed rates, helping improve the company's cost structure and financial flexibility. Backed by M|C Partners, Zentro plans to use the proceeds to accelerate expansion of its high-speed, multi-gig internet services across major U.S. metropolitan markets, strengthening its position in the growing multifamily connectivity space. CBI Raids Reliance Telecom in ₹115 Crore SBI Fraud Probe India's Central Bureau of Investigation has conducted searches in Mumbai at premises linked to Reliance Telecom and its former directors over an alleged ₹114.98 crore fraud involving State Bank of India. The agency registered a FIR against ex-directors Satish Seth and Gautam B. Doshi, along with unidentified officials, on charges of criminal conspiracy, cheating, and misconduct. The case originates from an SBI complaint over losses tied to a ₹735 crore loan sanctioned by a consortium of 11 banks, raising concerns about alleged diversion and misuse of funds. SHAFANA FAZAL

Benzinga
Mar 26th, 2026
Zentro Internet closes $240M ABS, largest in US multifamily broadband sector

Zentro Internet, a major US multifamily-focused internet service provider backed by M|C Partners, has closed a $240 million asset-backed securitisation, the largest ABS in the multifamily broadband sector to date. The investment-grade transaction was oversubscribed, attracting strong interest from asset managers, insurance companies and credit funds. The financing included solely investment-grade Class A-2 and Class B notes issued to leading institutional investors at a fixed rate. Proceeds will strengthen Zentro's capital structure and support organic network expansion and strategic acquisitions whilst lowering the company's overall cost of capital. Founded in 2009, Zentro delivers symmetrical multi-gig internet solutions across 20 major US metro markets. Houlihan Lokey acted as sole structuring agent and placement agent, with Kirkland & Ellis serving as legal counsel.

Business Wire
Aug 7th, 2025
Zentro and BAI Connect Merge to Create Leading Multifamily ISP

Zentro and BAI Connect merge to create major multifamily ISP serving 100K+ residents in 15 metro markets with 10 Gig internet and managed Wi-Fi.

Snip Internet
Jul 18th, 2023
Zentro's Growth Continues with the Acquisition of Snip Internet - Snip Internet

Zentro continues to execute its mission to be the largest independent MDU-focused ISP in the Midwest.