Project Manager- Access Network Transport

Rogers Communications


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We manage a robust portfolio that champions the leading edge of technology and media. We drive projects that expand connectivity to underserved communities from coast-to-coast-to-coast; build and enhance our fixed broadband network to provide high-speed Internet, TV and Smart Home Monitoring; and support our world class wireless network, offering our customers Canada’s largest and most reliable 5G network. As the Digital & Technology team, we are building our tomorrow, today.

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Do you enjoy working on high-scale, complex, and high visibility projects and programs? If yes, consider the following opportunity:

ROLE: Project Manager – Access Network Transport Delivery

Rogers requires a Project Management resource to provide end to end support for the Access Network, Transport Delivery initiatives. The role of the Project Manager (“PM”) reports into the National Program Management Office (PMO) Access Network & Operations. The PMO team works closely with key functional areas of the business (Access Network, IT, Marketing, Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, Customer Care, OSS, R4B, Network Development, etc.) to oversee the impacts, inter-dependencies and timelines between functional teams; while working to ensure project initiatives meet the goals and objectives set forth by the senior and executive leadership teams. This group is responsible for delivering the overall Access Network projects and programs on time and within budget. The position is both technical and managerially demanding and requires a balance of project management technical skills, highly developed analytical skills, proven managerial skills, and team interpersonal skills. You will lead individual work streams as assigned by your manager.

The Project Manager deliverables shall include, but not be limited to:

Initiating Phase

Planning Phase

Executing Phase

Monitoring and Controlling Phase inclusive of reporting

Closing Phase

The Project Manager will be responsible for E2E project delivery and communicate constraints, which include but not limited to:

Scope – manage scope creep and PCR.

Quality – ensure adherence to Rogers Engineering standards.

Schedule – develop and maintain project schedules and take corrective action to course correct as needed.

Budget – provide forecasts and report and manage budget variances.

Resources – manage and communicate with stakeholders.

Risks – maintain RAID log, identify and mitigate risks and issues.

Additional Responsibilities:
Adhere to all Rogers Communications Canada Inc polices and procedures.

Ensure that project initiatives meet leadership and/or customer expectations.

Supervise other stakeholders and manages scope that is defined.

Ensures the team works in a cohesive manner and removes roadblocks to ensure team moves forward.

Tracks budget on a bi-monthly basis, unless projects are at risk or challenges have been identified.

Validate and challenge the budgetary estimates and actual.

Runs project meetings and manages minutes , maintain RAID log including description, ownership and action plan.

Update project management reporting tools (JIRA, SharePoint, ADM) and Executive reporting.

Develop presentations, scorecards and dashboards as required.

Develop communication plans

Develop and implement Change Management plans.

Manages project close-out for a highly complex projects as phases are completed.

Manages post implementation review and identifies lessons learned.

Must Have Skills:
5+ years of Project experience (preferably with exp. in Transport initiatives)

Knowledgeable in Telecom and Telecom Networks.

Demonstrates ability to manage and track multiple projects through the life cycle steps of initiation, planning, execution and project closure.

Contributes to improvements in life cycle, based on lessons learned.

Undergraduate degree

Executive presence and good communications.

Nice To Have:
PMP Certification (highly preferred)

Graduate Degree

Knowledge of SharePoint and ADM

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.

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Schedule: Full time

Shift: Day

Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)

Work Location: 8200 Dixie Rd (341), Brampton, ON

Travel Requirements: None

Posting Category/Function: Technology & Engineering

Requisition ID: 272262

At Rogers Digital, our team doesn’t shy away from big ideas – we bring them to life. We work tirelessly to deliver the best user experiences (period) and build amazing self-serve experiences that our customers want to use. We are customer-obsessed agents of change and are committed to innovation and creating effortless experiences for customers and frontline employees. We use cutting-edge tools and technologies to solve critical and complex problems with award-winning solutions. Our work impacts millions of customers everyday. At Rogers Digital, we’re looking for people who embrace change, take risks, and push boundaries. Learn more about our team and our work @ https://digital.rogers.com/

Together, we’ll make more possible, and these six shared values guide and define our work:

Our people are at the heart of our success

Our customers come first. They inspire everything we do

We do what’s right, each and every day

We believe in the power of new ideas

We work as one team, with one vision

We give back to our communities and protect our environment

Posting Notes: Digital & Technology

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