Project Manager - Telecommunications

Required

Experience

• Project management experience in telecommunications, fibre optic networks, or utility infrastructure construction
• Demonstrated delivery of fibre projects in Alberta, in both urban and rural settings; long-haul or backbone experience is strongly preferred
• Strong background in telecommunications construction, with exposure to engineering and design
• Experience leading competitive tenders for civil construction and sourcing materials
• Proven stakeholder management experience with municipalities, permitting authorities, clients, landowners, and executive leadership

Long-Haul Fibre Construction Knowledge

• Solid working knowledge of backbone and long-haul fibre builds, including:
• Directional drilling, plowing, and trenching
• Aerial placement
• Fibre installation, splicing, and testing
• Experience with river and watercourse crossings, including bridge attachments and HDD crossings
• Strong grasp of constructability, sequencing, and field QA/QC across varied terrain and ground conditions
• Ability to review route drawings, splice plans, and construction packages for constructability

Alberta Urban & Rural Delivery

• Urban: municipal right-of-way requirements, traffic accommodation, congested utility corridors, and working around residents and businesses
• Rural: county and MD road use, landowner access, pipeline and watercourse crossings, long travel distances, and remote logistics
• Working knowledge of Alberta permitting, right-of-way, utility locates (Utility Safety Partners), and environmental constraints
• Experience with archaeological and environmental requirements as part of permitting and design is a strong asset

Technical Skills

• Strong scheduling, project controls, financial forecasting, and cost control skills
• Experience with Trimble Construction One and Smartsheet is considered an asset

Licences & Certifications

• Valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license with clean abstract
• PMP certification (or equivalent) is considered an asset

Core Competencies

• Leads by example and takes ownership of scope from start to finish
• Self-starter who takes initiative and works well with a high degree of autonomy
• Alberta-based experience and a strong understanding of how projects get done here
• Comfortable in a growing company where processes are still evolving, and sees that as an opportunity to contribute
• Hands-on and willing to pitch in wherever the team needs support
• Clear, open communicator who raises issues early and follows through on commitments

What We Offer

• Comprehensive 100% employer-paid health benefits (dental care, vision care, disability insurance)
• Paid time off
• Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications
• Daily living-out allowance (LOA) for travel to project sites
• Company events and employee celebrations
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within BAAC Construction Inc.

Why Join BAAC Construction?

• Lead high-demand long-haul fibre optic infrastructure projects across Alberta
• Take ownership of your scope and see projects through from start to finish
• Be part of a team committed to quality, safety, and excellence
• Join a growing company with steady work and long-term career opportunities
• Build your career with a respected civil construction and telecommunications contractor

Equal Opportunity Employer

BAAC Construction is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.