Regional Director of Engineering - Telecom

Company: ALLO Communications
Location: Yuma
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

At ALLO, we believe people are our biggest asset. Our team brings the ALLO mission to life because as local members of each community, we live, work, play, and volunteer right here with you. We're passionate about being involved and contributing to the success and progress of each of our GIG Communities.

We pursue these passions because ALLO leaders have created a workplace where folks are valued, ideas are heard, and leaders and teammates show up for each other at work and in life.ALLO Fiber is seeking a Director, OSP Engineering to lead our design, permitting and business development. This position requires extreme leadership and management skills to build a team of professionals. Long hours and difficulty are rewarded with accomplishing something few can do. It is imperative that the Director follow ALLO's four core values of Honest, Exceptional, Local and Hassle Free.RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interview, hire, train and retain a team of professionals
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• Set and manage priorities for contractors and teammates
• Manage multiple projects concurrently
• Deliver exceptional results to internal customer (construction team) and external stakeholders
• Report status on all phases of assigned projects to stakeholders
• Identify, coordinate, and build relationships with city, state and federal entities as required
• Ensure quality is maintained
• Influence and implement new contracts with other utilities and entities as required
• Estimate and control costs in accordance with ALLO's financial guidelines
• Simplify difficult goals and projects into easier to understand short term goals
• Ensure architectural standards are followed
• Support ALLO's geographic expansion plans by leading an in-house FTTP design and engineering practice in the region and other states as required.
• Lead a team OSP design experts focused on supporting ALLO's geographic expansion.
• Set work schedules and managing team resources to hit project delivery expectations.
• Team is responsible for maintaining geographically accurate records of ALLO's OSP plant assets.
• Take initiative and action as a senior ALLO leader.
• Other duties as assigned.EDUCATION:
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) Certification.
  • Advanced degree preferred.SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:
    • Knowledge of fiber optic design and construction.
    • Knowledge of Excel, Word, Teams and GIS.
    • Effective communication with internal and external customers, contractors, and internal associates.
    • Strong organizational skills.
    • Prioritize work for internal and external teams.
    • Work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
    • Mentor and grow teammates.
    • Track and report metrics.
    • Build effective relationships with internal and external customers.
    • Resolve disputes efficiently and effectively.
    • Operate a company vehicle and maintain a valid driver's license.
    • Maintain a positive, enthusiastic attitude.
    • Elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, other departments, and partners.
    • Adapt during times of change.
    • Grow with the business.
    • Work flexible hours, nights, holidays, and weekends.REQUIREMENTS:
      • Ability to communicate information.
      • Ability to operate a computer.
      • Possess / maintain a valid driver's license.
      • 25% travel requirement.People are our passion. At ALLO, we don't treat you like a number. You're a human being.
        Get ready to plug into the perks at ALLO:
        • Free ALLO Service: We'll pick up the tab on your ALLO fiber internet, TV, and phone bill. Seriously!
        • Retirement Plan: The fiber future isn't the only one we care about. We match your 401(k) savings up to 5%.
        • Health and Wellness: Participate in quarterly wellness challenges, and we'll deposit extra cash into your checking or health savings accounts.
        • Benefits: Our benefits include medical, vision, and dental with low employee costs. Not to mention generous Earned Time Off (ETO) program.
        • Sponsorships: Are you passionate about a local fundraiser or philanthropy? We strive to give back to what matters most to our communities.
        • Tuition Assistance: Have a thirst for knowledge? We like that, which is why we're proud to offer assistance with the cost of your tuition.ALLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing opportunities to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. ALLO believes that diversity and inclusion within our team is critical to our success as a company. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people.Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply may contact Recruiting at recruiting@allofiber.com.ALLO is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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