Telecon is looking for an energetic, career-oriented individual to join our team as a Telecommunications Construction Project Manager. This role is specific to one of our major clients and covers all of Alberta.
This is a Remote work opportunity, however the ideal candidate will reside in/around the Edmonton area as occasional site visits may be required.
The Project Manager is responsible to lead and manage projects in alignment with the commitment made by Telecon through the expectations and contract with the Customer. They are responsible for the timely delivery of the project and ensuring the project is on budget.
The Project Manager will be required to utilize their project management training, skills and business acumen to plan, track and effectively report on matters related to their overall portfolio of projects, and communicate opportunities for the development of new business.
YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
- Establish and maintain a constructive relationship with the client
- Define and manage client expectations in relation to projects and procedures internal and external
- Owning project progress and tracking from start to finish: Plan, organize, direct and control project activities and schedules
- Implement and ensure compliance with internal processes and procedures
- Communicate relevant and important information quickly and effectively to team members
- Produce and share project progress and results in the form of various reports (project progress report, permit follow-up, etc.)
- Be responsive to the client's needs and concerns and respond in a timely and effective manner
- Attend and possibly lead various meetings with the client as a representative of Telecon
- Estimate and track and adhere to project costs by monitoring hours spent and/or Build Partner activities on each function to control project profitability
- Coordinate and prioritize functions among the project team from intake to invoicing
- Ensure the respect of the target dates of each function
- Use management tools and keep documentation up to date
- Participate in business development an identify opportunities to increase the work volumes performed by Telecon
- Monitor any changes or unforeseen events to the original mandate and ensure necessary Scope Changes and Change Orders are processed quickly and accurately
- Identify opportunities to improve the quality and standardization of projects delivered to clients
- Complete project closure activities according to client standards
THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and/or 3-5 years’ experience in project management
- Familiarity with standard Project Management Tools (Gantt chars, Process Mapping, Pivot Tables, etc.,)
- Project management certificate (PMP) an asset
- Strong understanding of FTTP technologies, network design, and installation processes
- Experience working with local authorities and regulatory bodies
- Experience with Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) or FTTP construction
- Strong understanding of FTTP technologies, network design, and installation processes.
- Experience and competency using Vitruvi software or similar construction project management solutions
- Knowledge of the various engineering and construction functions necessary for completion of a typical telecommunications construction project
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to deal with customers in stressful situations
- Ability to manage team members’ activities and direct necessary actions to be completed
- Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently without sacrificing quality or detail
- Excellent leadership and entrepreneurial skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft software and an array of online software tools and solutions including the flexibility to learn Telecon’s and our Customers’ regularly evolving solutions
IS THIS YOU? WE LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVING YOUR APPLICATION!
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AT TELECON, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GOT YOU COVERED.
What we have to offer:
- This position includes eligibility to participate in the company's Bonus Plan
- Industry-leading healthcare – possibility of Dental plan with employee participation
- RRSP program with matching company contribution
- Employee assistance program – if you are feeling stressed, having sleep problems, or worrying about your budget you can have help anytime, anywhere and it is all confidential
- Employee perks such as discounts from suppliers on various products and services such as insurance, wireless bundles, movie tickets, travel, software, books, and much more
Here are the extras that make the difference:
- A dynamic work environment where you can develop your potential – Training provided for technical positions
- Health & Safety first: this is our number one priority
- Telecon values different views and new ideas. Telecon is committed to providing a fair, inclusive, equitable, accessible, and respectful workplace to all independent of age, gender, race, beliefs, or background.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, we will be glad to provide accommodations upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
WELCOME TO TELECON
We Connect People. We Connect the World.
Our mission is to be the most innovative and valued communications infrastructure services partner to our customers, enabling them to play a key role in the transformation of infrastructure. From a regional telecom network builder in 1967 in Quebec (Canada), Telecon has grown into a world-class industry-leading telecom network design, locate, infrastructure and connectivity services provider. We deliver diversified and scalable best-in-class services and turnkey solutions to North American telecom operators and businesses. Our highly skilled team is firmly committed to supporting our customers in propelling tomorrow’s connectivity in our communities, businesses and homes.
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