Director, Network Deployment Field Operations

We are seeking a Director, Network Deployment & Field Operations to lead a team accountable for the execution of all network implementation activities associated with the fibre to the home and fixed wireless annual build program within Western Canada (Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta & BC). This role requires extensive collaboration across a matrixed organization, including the national Design, Supply Chain, Finance, and Network Operations teams. The ultimate goal of this Director’s team is to ensure that capital allocated for Network upgrade programs is managed efficiently and on time to deliver on the organization’s ambitious network build objectives.
In addition to network build accountabilities, this role will be accountable for network field operations (fiber & fixed Wireless network) including repair & maintenance. Working in collaboration with their regional counterparts, the Director will develop and execute the capital investment plans that will meet demand and product requirements, for both current customers and new growth. They will be accountable to manage the budget associated with the fiber to the home and fixed wireless annual build plan for their region, and will provide accurate forecasting and variance reporting.
This role is responsible for supporting our customer first philosophy and business objectives through operational procedures that encompass the use of technology to improve process and accuracy, compliance with regulations and license agreements, and ensuring accurate reporting.
Key Responsibilities Include

• Act as the champion of the customer by displaying a customer-focused attitude: recognizing and addressing issues and opportunities relating to the customer experience and satisfaction, escalating when necessary
• Ensure all safety standards are followed, and federal, provincial, and municipal compliance regulations for owned/managed assets and operations.
• Develop organizational structure with the support of the cross-functional departments to ensure that the Regional team members have the capability to execute on the annual fibre and fixed wireless build plan, and ensure alignment with XCI strategic objectives and goals
• Manage key build KPI’s to drive the delivery of various fibre and fixed wireless programs to conclusion on time and on budget, proactively identifying risks to successful program delivery and ensure proper mitigation plans are in place to overcome such risks
• Manage the performance of various 3rd party vendors and suppliers
• Develop and manage capital and operational budget under department guidelines, including providing financially efficient stewardship for approved budgets
• Manage execution of all network build activities. Prepare communication plans for network deployment programs to translate plans into executable deployments
• Lead a team of telecommunications professionals tasked with the detailed design and construction of fibre optics and fixed wireless networks within the region

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess

• Experience in People Management roles; mentoring team of engineering/network professionals, recruitment, retaining a team that is collaborative, hard-working and adaptable. Ability to drive and motivate team to achieve results; ability to influence and inspire action through strong decision-making skills.
• Self-motivated; able to work independently to complete tasks and respond to department requests and to collaborate with other to utilize their resources and knowledge to identify high quality solutions.
• 10+ years of working in the telecommunications industry, with both wireless & wireline network experience
• A strong collaborator that is able to influence process transformations
• Extensive experience with Strategic planning and leadership skills to successfully drive completion of large, multi-stakeholder, complex implementation programs
• 7+ years of working in a senior management position, preferably leading within a large organization
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience presenting to senior executives

As a condition of employment and in order to comply with industry related data security standards, this position is subject to the successful completion of a Criminal Background Check. Details will be supplied to applicants as they move through the selection process.
Xplore is committed to creating an accessible environment and will accommodate disabilities during the selection process. Please let your recruiter know during the selection process of any accommodation needs.
Company Overview
Xplore Inc. is Canada’s fibre, 5G and satellite broadband company for rural living. Xplore is committed to the relentless pursuit of an improved broadband experience for all Canadians. Xplore is building a world-class fibre optic and 5G wireless network to enable innovative broadband services for better every day rural living, for today and future generations.