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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Director of Planning & Engineering (Network Access & Standards) Location: Calgary, AB, CA Vancouver, BC, CA Montral, QC, CA Burnaby, BC, CA, V5G 1J9 Toronto, ON, CA Ottawa, ON, CA Jobs by Category: Technology Solutions Job Function: Network & Engineering Status: Full Time Schedule: Regular Our team and what well accomplish together TELUS is seeking an experienced Director of Planning & Engineering to support our network access and sustainment operations, as well as the multi-year transformation of our network infrastructure. You will work with planning, design, and engineering teams on network access infrastructure, outside plant relocations, standardization of power & cooling systems, and network efficiency initiatives that sustain and enhance our telecommunications network performance. In this critical role, you''''ll help ensure that TELUS reliably and efficiently delivers telecommunications services to millions of customers across Canada. What youll do Strategic Planning & Vision: Develop and execute comprehensive network build strategies aligned with corporate goals market demands, and regulatory requirements Engineering Leadership: Lead a team of engineers and technical specialists in designing, planning, and optimizing network architectures for maximum efficiency and scalability Network Planning: Direct the planning and execution of outside plant infrastructure including aerial and underground fibre deployments; ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices Network Transformation: Develop a long term strategy for network transformation opportunities that complement our corporate goals and drive towards network efficiencies and optimizations Power & Cooling Standards: Establish and enforce power distribution and cooling infrastructure standards across all network facilities; ensure redundancy, reliability, and energy efficiency in power management systems Project Oversight: Manage the planning requirements for multiple largescale fibre deployment projects simultaneously, ensuring ontime delivery while maintaining quality design standards Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal teams (Operations, Marketing, Finance), external partners, municipalities, and regulatory bodies to facilitate smooth project execution Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities to reduce capital expenditure and operational costs while maintaining network performance and reliability; optimize network and power infrastructure designs for costeffectiveness Technology Innovation: Stay current with emerging fibre technologies, OSP methodologies, and power/cooling solutions; recommend adoption of innovations that enhance competitive advantage What you bring Bachelor''''s degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Telecommunications, or related field) or equivalent professional experience 10+ years of experience in telecommunications, fibre network engineering, or related infrastructure industries 5+ years in a leadership management role overseeing large-scale projects and teams Proven track record of successfully planning and executing fibre buildout projects at scale, including OSP design and deployment Strong knowledge of fibre optic technologies, network design, and telecommunications standards Expertise in outside plant (OSP) engineering, including aerial and underground fibre installation methodologies Demonstrated knowledge of power distribution standards, UPS systems, and cooling infrastructure (HVAC, liquid cooling) for network facilities Excellent project management skills with experience managing budgets exceeding $50M Demonstrated ability to lead crossfunctional teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships Strong problem solving capabilities Excellent communication and presentation skills Greattohave MBA or advanced degree in Business, Engineering, or related field Experience with FTTH (FibertotheHome) or FTTP (FibertothePremises) deployments Specialized certification in OSP design or fibre network engineering Knowledge of power management systems, energy efficiency optimization, and green infrastructure standards Experience with modular data center and edge computing infrastructure Knowledge of Canadian regulatory environment (CRTC, provincial regulations, municipal bylaws) Experience with network design software, Myworld GIS mapping tools, and OSP planning software Background in managing vendor relationships and procurement Experience in the Canadian telecommunications industry PEng certification (Professional Engineer) Advanced knowledge of English is required because you will most of the time interact in English with external parties (clients, suppliers, candidates, external partners, etc.); interact in English with internal parties (colleagues, internal partners, stakeholders, etc.); and work with IT tools whose interface is only accessible in English as part of this position''''s main responsibilities given its national scope. LI-Remote Salary Range: $131,000-$197,000 Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: 30% 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 inoffice, 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 opportunitiestodevelop your skills And much more Job Type: This is for a current vacancy A bit about us Were a peoplefocused, customerfirst, purposedriven 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. Youll find our engaging, highperformance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. Were 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, youre 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 Were 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 TELUSs 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr