Fibre Coordinator

**Position Overview**: *
We are looking for a Fibre Coordinator based in Ontario within the Fibre Construction team, you will be responsible for assisting a team of Construction and Project Managers deliver multiple large scale fibre optics programs totaling 1,000’s of km. Given the scale of these programs, close attention needs to be paid to budget, schedule and quality in order to ensure a successful outcome. Close collaboration will be required with the Network Engineering teams to ensure comprehensive network specifications are developed and that new fibre networks are delivered on-time and on-budget. Close collaboration will also be required with the IP Operations and Field Operations teams to ensure a smooth go-live transition of new infrastructure. This position reports to the Deployment Manager, Fibre, with various locations required in Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, and within Atlantic Region.

**Key responsibilities include**:

- Contribute as part of a cross-functional team in the planning, design and implementation of new hybrid fibre wireless networks
- Support and assist the Fibre Design and Construction team throughout the full life cycle of a fibre design and construction program
- Track and report on; budget, schedule and quality
- Support the creation of a construction bill of materials then order, track and report on costs and delivery
- Track and report on project specific KPIs as identified by the internal team and key stakeholders
- Create new projects in Xplornet internal project management system
- Create new project budgets in SAP and assigned specific general ledger codes to the activities
- Administer and maintain project SharePoint site ensuring all relevant and required documentation is stored in accordance with Xplornet standards
- Other duties as required
- Engineering Degree (electrical or civil), Technologist Diploma (electrical or civil), or other relevant post-secondary degree or diploma
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in telecommunications design, engineering and construction environment, specific experience in large scale FTTx deployments an asset
- Ability to read and comprehend design and construction drawings
- Proven ability to collaborate with 3rd party engineering and construction firms
- Proven ability to collaborate and work across functions / teams ensuring successful project deliveries
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrated professional written and verbal English communication
- Excellent computer skills, particularly in the use of Google Earth software, QGIS, CAD software and Microsoft products including Outlook, Word, Excel and Project
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification an asset
- Experience with SAP is an asset
- Experience with Quickbase is an asset
- Willingness to travel

In alignment with Xplornet’s Vaccination Protocol, all new Xplornet team members are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case by case basis.

Xplornet Communications Inc. offers a competitive compensation package with excellent company benefits, including matched participation in a group RRSP and a comprehensive health and dental plan.

**Condition of employment**:
Xplornet 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**:
Xplornet Communications Inc. founded nearly 20 years ago in Woodstock New Brunswick, Canada, is one of Canada’s leading broadband service providers, and the largest rural-focused broadband service provider. For over a decade, Xplornet has been providing innovative fixed and mobile broadband solutions to rural customers at work, home and play across Canada. Today, Xplornet offers voice and data communication services through its unique national fibre, wireless and satellite network that connects Canadians to what matters to them. Xplornet fundamentally believes that all Canadians, regardless of whether they live in urban or rural areas, deserve access to fast, reliable broadband speeds and supporting infrastructure.