Manager - Planning & Engineering (Field Construction Management)

Location: Port Coquitlam, BC, CA, V3C 4S7 Vancouver, BC, CA, Richmond, BC, CA, Victoria, BC, CA, Surrey, BC, CA, Burnaby, BC, CA, Kelowna, BC, CA, Prince George, BC, CA

Jobs by Category: Technology Solutions

Job Function: Network & Engineering

Status: Full Time

Schedule: Regular

Our team and what we'll accomplish together If you're energized by building things that matter and are always looking for a better way to do them, this is the team for you. As a manager on the Network Engineering and Operations (NEO) Field Construction Management (FCM) team, you'll lead a skilled and engaged group of Field Construction Managers who bring TELUS' network build plans to life across British Columbia, with team members distributed across the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island and the BC interior.

From fibre expansions and inside plant upgrades to real estate consolidation projects — including TELUS' Real Estate Consolidation (RECO) program, where we transform central offices and reimagine how infrastructure serves our communities — you aren't just managing projects; you are driving the innovation of world-class telecommunications infrastructure by empowering the team that builds it. Your ability to connect people, navigate competing priorities and communicate clearly will shape outcomes that reach far beyond your team and into the communities we serve.

What you'll do

Lead and support a team of Field Construction Managers responsible for vendor engagement, bid management and quality assurance for inside and outside plant network builds across BC, guiding them through complex, high-priority programs

Manage the service and infrastructure technology provisioning of TELUS' telecommunications network to ensure it meets market demands and technological evolution, including the First Office Application (FOA) process for new elements entering the core network

Collaborate with a broad network of internal and external stakeholders including planning, design, project management, municipalities, equipment vendors and internal build groups to ensure build programs are sequenced, resourced and delivered on time

Communicate project status, risks and priorities clearly to senior leadership, translating field-level complexity into compelling narratives that support informed decisions

Oversee contractor performance by reviewing KPIs and scorecards, and working with your team to foster a culture of autonomy, accountability and continuous growth

Support the identification of process improvement and automation opportunities to increase team efficiency and reduce manual effort

Bring an open, curious mindset to understanding how work gets done across regions, and contribute to aligning practices that reflect what is best for TELUS and the communities we serve

What you bring

Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to guide, develop and motivate team members through complex and shifting priorities while managing competing deadlines across multiple programs and geographies

Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders, surface risks early and present with clarity to senior leadership

Demonstrated experience collaborating with external partners, contractors, municipalities and cross-functional teams

Solid business acumen, including familiarity with project governance and financial oversight in an environment where budgets are largely inherited and time is the critical resource

Knowledge of wireline and wireless network architecture, including inside and outside plant, sufficient to support and guide your team effectively

Experience in a technical or operational environment, with a track record of taking initiative and following through on commitments

Great-to-haves

Familiarity with automation tools, AI-assisted workflows or process improvement methodologies that support operational efficiency

Experience with telecommunications infrastructure builds, real estate consolidation or large-scale capital project environments

Knowledge of contractor performance management, including KPI frameworks and vendor scorecard processes

Salary Range: $110,000-$160,000

Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: 20%

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 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

And much more …

A bit about us We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven 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.

You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re 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, you’re 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 We’re 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

TELUS’s fastest network. 5G enables a superior experience with fast downloads and richer multimedia applications

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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.

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