Project Manager – Telecommunications
Position Summary
BAAC Construction is hiring a motivated, hands-on Project Manager to lead the delivery of long-haul fibre optic construction across Alberta, in both urban centres and rural corridors.

In this role, you will own project execution, including schedule, cost and financial forecasting, subcontractors, permitting coordination, and stakeholder communication. You will be accountable for delivering your assigned scope safely, on time, and within budget, and will lead competitive tendering for civil construction and material procurement.

You will work closely with field operations and the design team, and represent the project to municipalities, permitting authorities, the client, and BAAC's executive leadership.

This position is ideal for a project manager with Alberta-based telecommunications construction experience, a working understanding of engineering and design, and a drive to take ownership of their scope from start to finish.

Location

Reporting office located in Calgary, Alberta

Projects across Alberta, in both urban and rural settings

Travel to project sites as required

What You'll Do
Project Delivery

Plan, execute, and close out assigned sections of a long-haul fibre build, delivering work safely, on schedule, and within budget

Work closely with field operations on:

Civil and aerial construction

Fibre placement, splicing, and testing

Bridge attachments and HDD river crossings

Support field crews, resolve issues quickly, and keep construction moving

Work with the design team to review designs for constructability and resolve RFIs and field changes

Partner with the permitting team to keep approvals ahead of construction and ensure permit conditions are followed in the field

Oversee as-built records, test results, and close-out and handover documentation

Scheduling & Project Controls

Build and maintain project schedules that integrate design, permitting, procurement, and construction milestones

Manage baselines, critical path, look-ahead schedules, progress tracking, and recovery planning

Identify and manage project risks, including:

Weather and ground conditions

Seasonal road bans and frost

Permitting delays

Material lead times

Cost Management & Procurement

Develop and maintain financial forecasts, including cost-to-complete, cash flow, and variance analysis

Manage subcontractor scope and production, process change orders, and validate and approve invoices

Lead competitive tenders for civil construction, including bid package preparation,



bid evaluation, and award recommendations

Lead material procurement with support from the design and estimating teams, including quantity forecasting, sourcing, and delivery coordination

Work across other areas of the business to keep the project supplied and on track

Stakeholder Management & Reporting

Build and maintain strong relationships with:

Municipalities and permitting authorities, including Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC)

Utility owners, Indigenous communities, and landowners

The client and BAAC executive leadership

Lead project meetings and provide transparent, concise progress reporting to executive leadership and the client

Resolve issues before they affect the schedule

Leadership & Safety

Lead, support, and mentor internal project personnel, including the Project Coordinator, setting clear expectations and holding the team accountable

Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with Alberta OHS requirements and project quality standards

What You Bring
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. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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