WESTMAN COMMUNICATIONS GROUP is seeking applications from energetic, highly motivated individuals to become part of our team. Westman is a successful, fast-paced and dynamic organization, with a positive, team-oriented work environment. We offer competitive compensation including a comprehensive and unique benefits package. Leverage your knowledge with a local technology leader.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overseeing activities surrounding commercial projects from cost estimation through to completion
• Prepare permits, design/documentation, and record keeping of network infrastructure builds, rebuilds, rehabilitation projects etc. utilizing Computer Aided Design (CAD) software
• Incorporate industry standards and best practices into Planning & Design operations
• Develop/update construction, optical network design, and RF network standards & best practices
• Maintain an organized repository of documentation on day-to-day operations
• Maintain bill-of-material spreadsheets that contain a full listing of appropriate material and labour costs to provide high level costing estimates for projects
• Develop outside network route designs using underground and aerial methods as appropriate to complete network expansions, rebuilds, or repairs
• Meet with external contacts to discuss project scope and strategies; conduct field surveys/attend site meetings
• Create site in detail (SID) plans for commercial buildings and private property
• Develop project-specific construction notes, bill of material (BOM) requirements and identify associated labour tasks
• Obtain all easements, support structures, permits and approvals
• Maintain as-built records and distribute as required; input project as-built information and update maps and databases
• Design both RF and optical networks using best practices and approved specifications
• Supply design documentation to internal and external stakeholders as required
• Incorporate as-built information from construction into RF and Optical designs, splice drawings, and other associated material and make available to internal stakeholders as required
• Identify and recommend changes to improve performance, security, and reliability
• Plan and coordinate all changes to systems and services according to established change management procedures
• Review and coordinate on approved changes requests submitted by other departments
• Assist with locates and the identification of outside plant, to assist other contractor/construction, and/or development organizations/persons
• Define and maintain a process whereby people such as commercial I&R techs, and other P&D team members can quickly generate cost estimations to allow Westman Business to determine cost viability of plant extensions to offer services
• Act as a project manager for approved projects and coordinate activities between the customer, Planning & Design, Maintenance & Construction, and Network Services as appropriate
• Liaise with corporate partners such as MB Hydro (electric and gas), BellMTS, developers, etc in furthering the goals and objectives of WCG and Planning & Design

Qualifications:

• One year underground and aerial construction experience
• One year of RF and optical systems design experience
• Familiar with the operation of coaxial networks, as operated by Cable Operators, along with fiber network design principle are key in this position as designs must match operational needs which do evolve over time
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD; experience with Lode data software and hardware
• Outside plant cable system design and drafting; HFC and FTTx, fibre optic technology, RF signal
• Experience with GIS survey tools
• Understanding of cable/fiber routing within a premise
• Ability to recognize network synergies and consolidate designs to reduce project costs
• Familiarity with ROW (Right-of-way) municipal consent application drawings, letters, and process, as well as CSA and utility standards
• Ability to interpret technical material and plans
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical power, power distribution, power protection, and applicable code and industry practices
• General understanding of broadband, telecom, cable networks and internet is an asset
• Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent is required
• 2-year Engineering Technology course or equivalent industry experience
• Training in Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications is preferred
• Post-secondary education with a strong focus on design/drafting preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to be a team player, collaborate and communicate effectively, and be accountable to the team
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Detail oriented with strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and resolve problems independently; monitors own quality of work
• Ability to hold and maintain a valid driver’s license; bondable

As an equal-opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. While we thank each applicant for their interest, only selected candidates will be contacted.

Deadline for Applications: NOON on Monday, June 15th, 2020.

When applying for this position, please reference the position title in the subject line and/or body of the email.

Please submit your cover letter and resume to Krista Derksen at hr@westmancom.com