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Field Construction Manager - Outside Plant Focus

Location: 

Vancouver, BC, CA, V6B 3K9

Req ID:  54343
Jobs by Category:  Technology Solutions
Job Function:  Network & Engineering
Status:  Full Time
Schedule:  Regular

Description

 

Our team and what we’ll accomplish together

 

Step into a high-impact role with BC Network Operations (NEO). As part of our Field Construction Management (FCM) team, you will drive the success of our outside plant infrastructure through expert contractor management and strategic oversight.

 

This role is built for a multitasker: you will oversee the scheduling of planned capital construction while simultaneously refining processes to outsource and scale our assurance response. We need a partner who can manage vendor relationships with precision, use data to improve cost-effectiveness, and implement robust strategies that ensure our network remains world-class.

 

What you’ll do:

 

  • Oversee partner builds, evaluate installation quality, and enforce network standards while removing roadblocks
  • Collaborate with stakeholders such as Project Management, Engineering and various support teams
  • Showcase strong vendor management experience, including performance evaluation and relationship building
  • Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, presenting complex information clearly and collaborating proactively
  • Develop and workshop best-in-class processes, tools, and systems, including vendor scorecards and KPI reporting
  • Exhibit a bias for action, proactively leading multiple initiatives and ensuring projects stay on track
  • This role may include some travel within the province (BC) but be mostly focused on the Lower Mainland

Qualifications

 

What you bring:

 

  • 3+ years’ hands-on experience installing and troubleshooting telecom equipment such as Outside Plant infrastructure, Inside Plant Wireline or Wireless telecom equipment
  • Understanding of telecommunications standards for physical infrastructure installations (TOPPS)
  • Excels in managing multiple projects and deliverables end to end with ease 
  • Ability to work independently, innovate and identify solutions to complex issues
  • Ability to analyze data, in order to prioritize and develop transformational programs and influence results / KPI performance
  • Excels in navigating and thriving within ambiguous environments, demonstrating adaptability and resilience in problem-solving and decision-making
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

 

Great-to-haves

 

  • Ability to read civil, construction and electrical drawings would be an asset
  • Knowledge of business intelligence software such as Google Looker Studio, or Tableau would be an asset
  • Knowledge of TELUS specific applications (SRM, JIRA, SAP, Netcracker, Circuit Vision) would be an asset
  • Telecom Diploma or a Degree in Business Management would be an asset

 

Location: BC - Lower Mainland
Salary Range:  $70,000-$120,000
Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan:  12%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, even if the posted salary range doesn't match your expectations. We're open to discussing competitive compensation packages tailored to your experience level and expertise. TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:

  • Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
  • Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both, based on the role's requirements
  • Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
  • Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
  • Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
  • And much more …
Job Type:  This is for a current vacancy

A bit about us

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world. 

You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.

Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.

 

 

 

 

Technology Solutions

We’re into seeing where technology can take us, so if you have ever imagined what the future of supply chain management, cybersecurity, the cloud and Internet of Things will look like, we want you to be part of the team that makes it happen.

We are honoured to be recognized

5G
TELUS’s fastest network. 5G enables a superior experience with fast downloads and richer multimedia applications

6
Innovation centres across Canada that bring our team members together with customers, partners, start ups, universities, hospitals and fellow colleagues to tackle some of the biggest technological hurdles Canada will face in the near future.

1
Million active users logging into My TELUS per month (consumer mobility).

Accessibility

TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.

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