Director of Engineering

At AFL we dont just build network infrastructure we power the connections that make modern life possible. Our work enables faster communication digital access and economic opportunity helping communities grow and innovation move forward.

We succeed because of our people. We foster a collaborative inclusive culture where every voice is valued and every individual is empowered to contribute. You wont be just another employee; youll be part of a team that supports your development and celebrates shared achievements.

We are hiring a Director of Engineering to join AFLs leadership team to lead our Canadian engineering organization and drive highâimpact and largeâscale network delivery.

Reporting to the VP of Engineering & Construction (E&C) this role provides strategic and operational leadership of AFLs Canadian Engineering organization driving endâtoâend engineering delivery across all design disciplines. The Director ensures highâquality timely and costâeffective outputs that support national fiber network build programs and emerging technologies.

As a Director of Engineering youll lead multiâdisciplinary engineering teams and oversee design standards production management quality assurance tool and process modernization and the performance of external engineering vendors and subcontractors. As Director of Engineering and a key member of the E&C Leadership Team youll drive functional excellence support organizational transformation and ensure Engineering is tightly integrated with Project Controls Construction Supply Chain and Finance.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTING OUTCOMES

1. Leadership & Organizational Management
   1. Lead mentor and develop Engineering Managers Supervisors and technical staff fostering a highâperformance culture focused on quality accountability and continuous improvement.
   2. Oversee organizational structure resource planning workforce capacity and recruitment to meet portfolio delivery needs.
   3. Ensure alignment of Engineering operations with E&C strategic objectives and business goals.
   4. Build strong team engagement and drive coaching performance management and career development.
2. Engineering Delivery & Design Governance
   1. Establish and maintain engineering design standards processes specifications and quality benchmarks across all regions.
   2. Oversee dayâtoâday engineering production including FTTx OSP ISP makeâready power utility jointâuse and civil design ensuring consistency accuracy and onâtime delivery.
   3. Ensure compliance with client technical requirements regulatory rules permitting processes and construction standards.
   4. Drive resolution of engineering escalations technical issues and constraints impacting project schedules or cost models.
3. Quality Assurance Performance & Compliance
   1. Implement and govern quality assurance frameworks including audits peer reviews and corrective action mechanisms.
   2. Develop and maintain KPIs related to quality throughput rework and cycleâtimes; ensure trend visibility and mitigation plans.
   3. Standardize engineering documentation version control and compliance with industry standards (e.g. IEEE CSA utility jointâuse requirements).
4. Financial & Operational Accountability
   1. Partner with Project Controls and Finance to support forecasting budgeting rate governance productivity analysis invoicing controls and engineering cost performance.
   2. Ensure engineering activities support accurate forecasting of labor materials and subcontractor usage.
   3. Approve hours expenses subcontractor billing and client engineeringârelated invoices.
5. Cross-Functional Coordination
   1. Collaborate with Construction Project Management Supply Chain/Purchasing and Project Controls to ensure alignment between engineering outputs and downstream execution.
   2. Support integrated master schedules by providing accurate engineering timelines risks and interdependencies.
   3. Strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders including clients municipalities utilities and regulatory bodies.
6. Vendor & Subcontractor Management
   1. Oversee engineering subcontractors ensuring contract compliance performance monitoring clear scopes of work and quality delivery.
   2. Support vendor onboarding capability assessment and continual improvement initiatives.
7. Technology Systems & Continuous Improvement
   1. Lead modernization of engineering tools technology and workflows (e.g. CAD platforms GIS design automation Vitruvi or equivalent PM systems).
   2. Drive automation to reduce manual processes and improve data quality throughput and traceability.
   3. Champion LEAN principles and process optimization across the engineering lifecycle.
8. Additional Responsibilities
   1. Protect confidential information and uphold organizational values.
   2. Promote and adhere to Environmental Health & Safety policies.
   3. Perform additional duties as required to support organizational needs.
   4. May be required to perform other ancillary or related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelors degree in engineering (Electrical Civil or related field); . designation preferred.
• Minimum 10 years engineering experience in telecommunications utilities or civil infrastructure.
• Minimum 5 years leadership experience managing multiâdisciplinary engineering teams.
• Proven experience with largeâscale FTTx OSP/ISP design standards utility jointâuse requirements and permitting frameworks.
• Strong understanding of engineering financials productivity management and operational KPIs.
• Experience implementing/overseeing engineering tools (GIS CAD design management systems).
• Experience working with subcontractors vendors and external engineering firms.

Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional leadership coaching and teamâbuilding capabilities.
• Strong analytical financial and problemâsolving abilities with a dataâdriven decisionâmaking approach.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across functions and executive levels.
• Ability to manage complex priorities multiâregion operations and highâvolume production environments.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite CAD/GIS tools and project management systems.

Preferred / Assets

• Masters degree in Engineering or related field.
• PMP designation or training in project management methodologies.
• Experience in supply chain/sourcing processes related to engineering materials and standards.
• Familiarity with ISO PMI and utility regulatory compliance frameworks.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Sensory and Mental Requirements

• Normal office environment with hybrid work model; 23 days per week in office.
• Occasional travel to offices client sites or field locations.

Work Hours

• General hours MondayFriday 8:00am4:30pm; flexibility required based on business needs.

Why AFLAFL is a global leader in the telecommunications industry providing cutting-edge network technology and solutions to customers around the world. At AFL were committed to diversity and inclusion recognizing that our team members unique contributions help us provide superior service and create better solutions. We providebest-in-class trainingto ensure you have everything you need to succeed and grow.

Additional Perks:

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunity.

• Comprehensive health dental and vision benefits.

• RRSP or retirement savings matching.

• Paid vacation and personal days.

• Professional development and training support.

• Leadership growth and career advancement opportunities.

• Hybrid work arrangements if applicable.

• Employee assistance program and wellness resources.

• Collaborative high-performing team environment.

• Exposure to large-scale high-impact projects.

• Strong safety quality and continuous improvement culture.

Ready to Join UsWe welcome diversity and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply!

We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodations during the application process contact We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity not discriminating based on race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability

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