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Senior Wireless Access In-Building Planner

Job ID243122-en_US-5605
CompanyRogers
LocationMontreal
ProvinceQC
Date Posted2021-07-27
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryTelecommunications
Description

At Rogers, we connect Canadians to a world of possibilities and the memorable moments that matter most in their lives. Every day we wake up with one purpose in mind. To bring loved ones together from across the globe. To connect people to each other and the world around them. To help an entrepreneur realize their dream. A sports fan celebrate a special moment.

Because we believe connections unite us, possibilities fuel us, and moments define us.

 

As we grow our team, the well-being of our team members remains our top priority. To ensure the health and safety of our team members, including those in the recruitment process, our team members are temporarily working from home.

What you’ll be doing 

  • Plan, budget, and initiate expansion projects to support network evolution and to meet subscriber demand.
  • Develop and analyze alternative options to provide management with recommendation for deployment of cost-effective solutions that meet organizational objectives.
  • Develop analysis algorithms to use geodata sources and other network statistical data to identify the most beneficial investment opportunities for in-building infrastructure.
  • Interface with Macro Planning Team to identify all areas requiring challenged coverage augmentation where Macro sites cannot be implemented for whatever reason (eg, high end residential, specific municipal restrictions, etc), and plan outdoor small cell requirements to address)
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Network Implementation Groups to communicate requirements and priorities for new site acquisition, capacity augmentation, and new technology rollout to ensure timely delivery of programs.
  • Monitor market performance and develop solutions to improve customer experience.
  • Conduct competitor market gap analysis and competitive analysis to understand competitor’s plans and tactics.  
  • Support other business units within Rogers on radio access network (RAN).
  • Prepare cost estimates for budget requests.
  • Maintain current knowledge of vendor technology, evolution roadmaps and investigate applicability to address Rogers’ needs.
  • Train new and existing members of the Planning team.  Review work for technical accuracy and adequacy.
  • Lead the development and maintenance procedures for planning processes. Communicate this procedure within the planning team and other groups.
  • Monitor spend and progress for access network programs.
  • Establish effective communications plans inside and outside department.
  • Provide executive level professional presentations of engineering plans and recommendations.

What you have:

  • University Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Telecommunications) preferred. Professional designation is preferable.
  • Minimum 6 years of work experience in a wireless environment.
  • Strong understanding of Wireless Network functionality and elements for GSM/HSPA/LTE.
  • Familiarity with Ericsson radio base station hardware, configurations, and features.
  • Extensive in-building design experience using IBWave would be an asset
  • Strong knowledge of KPI analysis and reporting (big data analysis).
  • Extensive experience in development of complex business and technical modelling to determine feasibility and to drive beneficial outcomes.
  • Experience managing and tracking projects.
  • Strong business acumen.
  • Strong organization and presentation skills including proficient use of PowerPoint and experience in delivering highly effective executive reporting and presentations.
  • Ability to provide direction and guidance within department and to internal and external to groups.
  • Ability to operate autonomously, within general direction guidelines.
  • Capable of delivering high quality work on a tight schedule.
  • Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Excel, Access, statistical analysis tools, geolocation tools, Mapinfo, PowerBI
  • Bilingualism (English and French) is a requirement.
     

As a condition of hire, all new employees will be required to provide proof of vaccinations against COVID 19. Any request for an exception under Human Rights legislation must be supported by evidence to be considered by Rogers on a case by case basis.

 

Please click here to review conditions that may qualify for medical exemption to the COVID-19 vaccine.
 

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 800, Gauchetiere O, Bureau 4000-Place Bonaventure - Montreal(182), Montreal, QC 
Travel Requirements: None
Posting Category/Function: Technology & Engineering
Requisition ID: 243122
 
Together, we'll make more possible, and these six shared values guide and define our work:
 
  1. Our people are at the heart of our success
  2. Our customers come first. They inspire everything we do
  3. We do what’s right, each and every day
  4. We believe in the power of new ideas
  5. We work as one team, with one vision
  6. We give back to our communities and protect our environment
 

What makes us different makes us stronger. Rogers has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential. At Rogers, we value the insights and innovation that diverse teams bring to work. We work with our candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Rogers FAQ.

 
Posting Notes:  Digital & Technology 


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