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OSP Engineering Team Lead

VistaCare1 day ago
Bedford, NS
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Excellent group benefits package (health, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurances) – 50% of Benefit Premiums paid for by the Company
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Employee Referral Program Bonus

About the role

Bedford, NS

VistaCare is a leading technology solutions provider for a wide range of businesses and organizations, that specialize in telecommunications infrastructure. We offer comprehensive services to plan, design, manage and build telecommunication networks. With a focus on quality, innovation, and efficiency, we deliver cutting-edge solutions to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

Join VistaCare and embark on a career where you’ll acquire a diverse skill set and comprehensive knowledge in a thriving industry. As part of our team, you will collaborate closely with telecommunications companies in Canada and the US, working together to achieve remarkable outcomes.

We are currently seeking a Outside Plant (OSP) Engineering Team Lead to join our operations in a full-time position.

At VistaCare, we are dedicated to business excellence. If you are seeking a rewarding challenge and the chance to grow at an outstanding company, we encourage you to submit your application.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Responsible to act as the Lead Designer on various projects that the department is awarded;
  • Facilitate project plan with those assigned to the projects within the department;
  • Act as the point of contact for the customer when Division Managers are not available;
  • Ensure customer is kept informed and any changes are communicated to VistaCare team, including the Director of Engineering;
  • Monitor scheduling issues and ensure all dates are met for the clients. If any dates become an issue produce a project plan to meet these dates;
  • Review other employees work and verify proper time frames are kept per project;
  • Review project timelines with Regional and Division Managers;
  • Read and interpret fibre network design drawings, and outside plant records (data, maps);
  • Collaborate with other divisional teams to overcome project challenges and provide optimal solutions;
  • Special projects as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure that deadlines are met, with a focus on resolving scheduling issues and developing contingency plan;
  • Great computer skills and ability to learn new software with ease;
  • Detail-oriented with good organizational and time-management skills;
  • Must be able to prioritize as needed, in a deadline-driven environment;
  • Capability to accommodate the different telecommunications standards established for each client;
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills;
  • General understanding of construction documents, drawings, and specifications;
  • Knowledge of current construction practices is considered an asset;
  • Highly analytical and proven problem-solving abilities.

Additional Requirements

  • The successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal record check;
  • The successful candidate must be authorized to work in Canada.

Experience Required

    • 2 years experience in Telecommunications or Fibre to the Home design;
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Diploma of Technology, preferably in Telecommunications, Civil, or Electrical Engineering;
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD for creating and reviewing telecommunication network designs and construction drawings, including both aerial and underground conduit plans;
  • Experience in managing and leading design teams, including overseeing project schedules, timelines, and resource allocation.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Compensation is commensurate with experience and skill level;
  • Compensation is paid weekly;
  • Excellent group benefits package (health, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurances) – 50% of Benefit Premiums paid for by the Company;
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
  • Employee Referral Program Bonus;
  • Company-Matched RRSP;
  • Free on-site parking at Head Office;
  • Company social events;
  • Employee Discount Program.

About VistaCare

Construction

VistaCare was established in greater Halifax in 2003 to solve technology challenges for today's businesses and organizations. We are committed to providing clients with the most advanced and powerful communications and security solutions available, handling all stages of a project. A great company to work with and for, VistaCare is led by individuals with a common vision of enabling connectivity and building relationships.

VistaCare has grown to be a premier communications contractor coast to coast in Canada and have expanded into the US marketplace. VistaCare's Turnkey services and solutions are multifaceted ensuring our customers projects are delivered on time and within budget ensuring confident predictability in the process.

As a Plan, Design, Manage and Build fibre optic communication and technology company, we will achieve our vision through being aspirational and delivering nothing less than excellence.

Our telecom consulting experts have transformed the business of many major players across the industry. Our team can provide the following advisory services as we combine deep industry expertise, strategic partnerships, and proprietary tools to help you:

General Services include (but not limited to):

  • Project Management
  • Aerial and Underground applications
  • Cable Placement: Fiber Optic, FlexNAP, ADSS, Copper, Coax;
  • Strand placement;
  • FTTH projects;
  • Transport Fiber Installation;
  • Building Access;
  • Emergency Restorations;
  • Field Detailing;
  • Full Turnkey Service from Consulting to Installation.

With our highly-skilled North American teams, VistaCare uses leading-edge technologies to provide the most effective designs and turnkey solutions. Our diverse range of design and professional engineering expertise includes:

  • FTTx;
  • Outside and Inside Plant;
  • Structural Civil Engineering and Permitting;
  • HFC and CATV;
  • MDU;
  • Wireless and Small Cell (DAS) Engineering.