Required Experience Experience in telecommunications design, with significant long-haul or backbone fibre experience Demonstrated design and permitting experience in Alberta in both urban and rural settings Proven leadership experience managing internal and external design resources, including running competitive tenders for subcontracted services Experience securing Municipal Access Agreements (MAAs) with Alberta municipalities Long-Haul Fibre Design Expertise Strong working knowledge of: Backbone fibre routing and OSP design Strand assignment and fibre management Splice planning Aerial and underground construction methods Constructability reviews and as-built standards Strong knowledge of industry best practices and standard specifications for fibre design and construction Experience in ISP design is considered an asset Alberta Urban & Rural Design Urban: congested utility corridors, municipal right-of-way requirements, crossings of major infrastructure, and design for traffic and public impact Rural: road allowance and highway right-of-way routing, private land easements, Crown land, lease roads, bridge, pipeline, rail, and watercourse crossings, and long-distance route optimization Regulatory & Permitting Knowledge In-depth understanding of Alberta regulatory and permitting frameworks, including: Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) permitting Municipal and county approvals Pipeline and rail crossing agreements Water Act and Public Lands requirements Historical Resources Act clearance Indigenous consultation Experience with environmental and archaeological requirements in Alberta is considered an asset Technical Skills AutoCAD and GIS (ArcGIS or QGIS) experience is considered an asset Experience with network asset management platforms is considered an asset Experience with Smartsheet, Microsoft Office,
and Trimble Construction One is considered an asset Education & Licences An engineering degree or diploma in Telecommunications, Electrical, Civil, or a related discipline is considered an asset P.
Eng., P.L.(Eng.), or C.E.T. designation is considered an asset Valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license with clean drivers abstract Core Competencies Proven ability to lead designers, CAD/GIS staff, surveyors, environmental consultants, permitting staff, and subcontracted engineering firms 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 Explicit, 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 The opportunity to build and shape a growing design function 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 Shape the design standards and specifications of a growing company 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.
📌 Design Manager - Telecommunications (Calgary)
🏢 BAAC
📍 Calgary