Telecom Manager
- Calgary, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead, mentor, and develop the telecom operations team, fostering a culture of performance excellence.
- Oversee the day-to-day telecommunications operations, ensuring systems are efficient and meet departmental objectives.
- Develop and implement telecommunication strategies that align with REG’s operational goals and optimize communication systems.
- Ensure regulatory compliance with standards for telecommunications systems and practices, particularly related to safety and reliability.
- Manage vendor relationships, negotiations, and contracts for telecommunication services and equipment.
- Monitor budgets and expenditures related to telecom projects and services, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
- Implement and oversee technology enhancements that improve service delivery and operational processes.
- Analyze performance data and prepare reports to communicate goals, metrics, and initiatives to senior management.
- Stay current with telecom advancements and trends, assessing their applicability to the organization.
- Ensure adequate training and development opportunities are available for team members to enhance skills and capabilities.
- Review engineering packages and provide constructability assessments and material validation prior to field execution
- Degree or Diploma in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering or a a Journeyperson PSE/Electrician designation required.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in telecommunications management or a similar leadership role.
- In-depth knowledge of utility telecommunications systems, infrastructure, and technologies.
- Proven experience in project management, budget oversight, and managing vendor contracts.
- Excellent leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to drive decision-making.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective engagement with stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives in a telecom environment.
- Knowledge of telecommunications regulatory compliance and industry standards.
- Experience in the high Voltage utility and substation field would be a major asset.
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL, Telecommunications Certification) are an asset.
- Must have the ability to work in adverse weather conditions and have a valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Willing to work out of town and on rotation as required per project basis, with approximately 50% of your time in the field. REG covers accommodations and provides a LOA.
- Willing to work outside of working hours and schedules to support team as required
- Willing to work on-call as required by project basis
- Competitive compensation
- Overtime opportunities - Project dependent
- Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
- Paid Time Off Benefits
- Weekly Pay Periods
- Rising Edge will pay for all safety training courses for each employee averaging $1000 per employee for the base requirements.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) allowance provided each year once a field worker passes their probationary period.
- Out of town work includes daily meal per diem, individual accommodations and transportation provided
- Employee Assistance Program – Counseling
- DPSP matching program that offers increased matching contributions based on your years of service with the company.
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