Director -Program Management Office (Pmo)

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $1B in revenue, and employ approximately 7,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

AFL is a leading provider of integrated solutions in the fiber optics industry. By offering expertise, products,

and services in engineering, construction, and installation and repairs, AFL provides end-to-end solutions

for customers’ broadband networks. From being environmentally conscious to ensuring a healthy and

safe working environment, AFL invests in its employees. AFL proactively engages with its communities

through grants, service projects, environmental initiatives and more. Through a culture of commitment

and collaboration, the company is a trusted advisor for customers in the telecom, oil and gas, and utilities

markets. AFL is proud of its impact on communities, connecting people with innovative technologies,

exceptional products, and high-quality services.

We have a reputation in the fiber optics industry for consistently being at the forefront of technology and

innovation. Want proof? We were founded in 1984 with a single product, fiber optic ground wire. Today,

we sell thousands of products and services to multiple markets across the globe and have become a

billion-dollar company in revenue. Not only do we have a track record for growth and financial stability,

but we are also backed by Fujikura, a $6 billion company with a 128-year history of product innovation.

With our culture of commitment and professional growth opportunities, AFL will give you the opportunity

to reach new heights and take your career to the next level.

AFL has operations in Canada, the U.S., Mexico, Europe, Asia and Australia and employs over 6000 people

worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that program activities operate within the policies and procedures of the organization and comply with all relevant legislation and professional standards.
• Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end project management with ability to implement new projects including planning, governance, change management and delivery.
• Supports the evolution and integration of Program Management capabilities across various parts of the business.
• Leads meetings with clients and internal stakeholders to manage program objectives, deliverables, contracts and address potential risks / mitigations / opportunities
• Developing/updating/maintaining 30/60/90-day financial forecast of multiple programs against budget while identifying variances, risks, and opportunities
• Develops a framework to assess Program health and areas for process improvement.
• Responsible for identification of potential issues, enact change management and devise mitigation plans internally and externally
• Accountable for ensuring programs meets approved budget and financial commitments.
• Directs the delivery of multiple programs to achieve successful outcomes as defined by AFL and its clients
• Updating senior leadership with operational and financial progress vs plan on a regular basis
• Enhancing organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment
• Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL.
• Leads the development of various program P&L budgets that covers full spectrum of material supply and construction services
• Accountable for creating, developing, and maintaining master operations schedule of all activities across the AFL value chain and translating into financial forecasts
• Promoting a high-performance culture that encourage the team to create a competitive advantage for AFL’s customers through regular operational alignment reviews with management team
• Leads the end-to-end project level financial process – quote, project creation, monitoring, and final billing

Skills And Abilities

• Self-starter – able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong financial acumen – Ability to develop program budgets and interpret P&L results
• Program management - Experience initiating, developing, and leading a project management framework; strong knowledge of project management methodologies reporting and tracking
• Relationship building – ability to work within a dynamic team setting and build collaborative and trusting relationships internally, and externally within client organizations.
• Critical thinking – ability to analyze large amounts of data, question assumptions and make logical, well thought out decisions.
• Customer oriented – demonstrate strong focus on customer service and client satisfaction while maintaining high ethics and professional integrity in all interactions.
• Innovative thinking – ability to lead innovative and /or transformative projects with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Agility - Managing multiple concurrent projects with different customer base and broad array of technologies
• Adaptability - open to change/new information and rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
• Communication – strong and effective written, verbal communication and presentation skills with ability to target communications to different audiences.
• Detail oriented – excellent attention to detail with the ability to follow through on assigned tasks.
• Leadership – proven success in building and leading high performing teams, achieving results through others and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Results focused – ability to organize and drive results while managing multiple, and at times competing, priorities.
• Conflict management and resolution skills – proven ability to build consensus, anticipate concerns and drive resolution to problems and issues.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing cross-functional stakeholders internally and externally within a client organization.
• Prior experience with organizational change management and introducing business process changes.
• Experience in developing, coaching, and mentoring individuals through effective performance evaluation and feedback.
• Knowledge of telecommunications, construction, or utilities industries, with specific experience in the context of a service provider, network build and FTTx delivery desired.
• Extensive proficiency in the use of MS office suite of tools including Access, Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Power platform (Apps, BI, Automate)
• Expert understanding of Project and Program Management practices as it relates to strategic execution and business outcomes.
• 10+ years of Project / Program Management experience, leading large, complex initiatives.
• Results oriented individual with strong track record of delivery and exceeding expectations.
• PMP Certification, MBA and/or CPA Certification
• Ability to work seamlessly with people of varied experience, skill levels, technical and business savvy, and personality type.

Working Conditions

• General hours of Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm.
• Minimum 40 hours per week; M-F; flexible to adapt to client and operational needs in a management capacity
• Normal office environment. Ability to work remote (up to 2 days a week)
• Travel is required (up to 20%)

Why Work for AFL

• We Care: Our Employees are eligible to participate in our amazing Total Rewards Program which

offers: Extended Health and Dental, Vision Care, Life Insurance, RRSP matching, Employee and

Family Assistance Program and more.

• We Include: AFL is an equal opportunity employer that’s committed to accessible, inclusive

employment.

• We Develop: We enthusiastically support learning and advancement opportunities for our team

members.

• We Connect…. #WeareAFL
• We have Fun! Employee Events throughout the Year!
• We Reward: Abundant discounts with various retailers via our Work Perks Program.

AFL requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Candidates must be fully vaccinated

against COVID-19 and present acceptable proof of vaccination by the date of hire as a condition of

employment. For positions that require some in-office work or in-person client meetings, exceptions to

these in-office or in-person job requirements may be made at the discretion of the business through June

2022, at which point full vaccination will be required. AFL will consider requests for reasonable

accommodation as required under applicable law. To qualify as being fully vaccinated against COVID-19

there should have been a two-week period after receiving the second dose (or any government

recommended booster shot) in a 2-dose COVID-19 vaccine series, or a two-week period after receiving a

single-dose (or any government recommended booster shot) in a single dose COVID-19 vaccine.

Disclaimer: This job description does not constitute a “contract” between the employee and the

employer. The job description duties may change at the discretion of the employer and/or the employer

may request the employee to perform duties that are not listed on the job description.