ABAP/ODATA Developer designing, developing, and supporting SAP ABAP and OData solutions. Delivering S/4HANA customizations, integrations, and technical project support.
About the role
- Director of Planning & Engineering at TELUS, responsible for network infrastructure and planning. Leading engineering teams to optimize network performance and project execution across Canada.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive network build strategies aligned with corporate goals, market demands, and regulatory requirements
- Lead a team of engineers and technical specialists in designing, planning, and optimizing network architectures for maximum efficiency and scalability
- Direct the planning and execution of outside plant infrastructure including aerial and underground fibre deployments; ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
- Develop a long term strategy for network transformation opportunities that complement our corporate goals and drive towards network efficiencies and optimizations
- Establish and enforce power distribution and cooling infrastructure standards across all network facilities; ensure redundancy, reliability, and energy efficiency in power management systems
- Manage the planning requirements for multiple large-scale fibre deployment projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time delivery while maintaining quality design standards
- Collaborate with internal teams (Operations, Marketing, Finance), external partners, municipalities, and regulatory bodies to facilitate smooth project execution
- Identify opportunities to reduce capital expenditure and operational costs while maintaining network performance and reliability; optimize network and power infrastructure designs for cost-effectiveness
- Stay current with emerging fibre technologies, OSP methodologies, and power/cooling solutions; recommend adoption of innovations that enhance competitive advantage
Requirements
- 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 build-out 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 cross-functional teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships
- Strong problem solving capabilities
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Great-to-have MBA or advanced degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
- Experience with FTTH (Fiber-to-the-Home) or FTTP (Fiber-to-the-Premises) 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
Benefits
- Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures
- Minimum 3 weeks of vacation
- 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
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