Project Manager - Real Estate Acquisition

Project Manager - Real Estate Acquisition

Our Technology team wakes up every day with one goal in mind - connecting Canadians to the people and things that matter most. Together, we are proud to support 30 million Canadians each month through managing a robust portfolio that champions leading-edge technology. We drive large-scale, complex, and high-visibility technology projects and programs that shape the future of technology in Canada and expand connectivity from coast to coast. If you are interested in being a part of this, consider applying for the following opportunity:

Who we're looking for:

Rogers is seeking a Project Manager responsible for delivering wireless Real Estate to support network implementation deployments. Reporting to the Manager of Real Estate and Municipal Affairs, the primary focus of this position is to successfully manage the acquisition and execution of a large variety of Network and Business initiatives on the Rogers Access Network. Wireless projects will include Uplifts, Augments, modernizations, fibre builds to wireless sites.
The successful candidate will be tactical, a strong communicator, have a deep understanding of the current Network business structure and the Real Estate requirements associated with those structures, and have the analytical and legal skills to bring forward-thinking ideas to life.

What you'll do:

• Manage and monitor the progress of multiple, large scale Real Estate Acquisition projects.
• Plan and facilitate cross-functional team meetings to ensure that all project deliverables and critical dates are met.
• Assign and manage internal/external Site Acquisition Specialists, Municipal Specialists, and all required Consultants/Contractors, and interface with Landlords directly where required.
• Drive projects through design, site acquisition, lease, development stages to enable network implementation to construct or upgrade sites.
• Review legal contracts and agreements to ensure accuracy and to ensure they are in alignment with Rogers' legal standards.
• Support the development of Business Cases, Commitment Authorizations, and Business Requirements for Senior Leadership approval.
• Partner with functional teams i.e.: Planning, Engineering, Operations groups to ensure that all process development, testing, communication, job-aids, training, documentation, etc. are delivered prior to launch, as well as, throughout construction, testing and implementation.
• Provide management with regular project status updates and escalate issues where appropriate to ensure that all critical dates are met.
• Accountable for New Site portfolio and bringing Sites to a Ready to Build status.
• Track and manage milestone dates, ensuring projects are continuously moving forward with tasks completed in a timely fashion.
• Develop and implement action plans to clear issues that may be preventing a project from progressing.
• Responsible for the management and approval of financial items
• Ensure adequate communications between all stakeholders.
• Generate reports for Stakeholder/Management review.
• Facilitate meetings and/or conference calls as needed.
• Conduct and document post-implementation reviews.

What you bring:

• Well versed in project management concepts and applications.
• 3-5 years Project Management experience wireless implementations.
• Strong negotiation, influencing, decision-making and dispute resolution skills.
• 3 to 5 years of legal contractual knowledge, ideally related to Telecom Real Estate contracts.
• Highly motivated and very proactive individual.
• Gathers relevant information quickly, makes timely decisions and responds to challenges decisively.
• Strategic-thinker, with the ability to develop and implement innovative solutions.
• Strong collaborative relationship management skills with a variety of stakeholders including landlords, independent telecommunications consultants, tenants, contractors, building managers, etc.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skill.
• Working knowledge of Project management tools such as MS Office/Project.
• PMP, RCDD certification(s), RF, Fiber and/or structured cabling experience a definite asset
• Post-secondary education in a business, technical or related discipline preferred.

What's in it for you?

• We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you'll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:
• Competitive salary & annual bonus
• Competitive & flexible health and dental benefits, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA, and Stock matching programs.
• Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off
• TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Company matching contributions to charities you support
• Growth & Development Opportunities:
  • Self-driven career development programs (E.g. MyPath program)
  • Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest
• Wellness Programs:
  • Homewood employee & family assistance program
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
  • Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes
• Our commitment to the environment and diversity:
  • Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
  • Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.
    

This is a hybrid work position and will require you to be in office three days per week. You can choose which days in office work best for you!

To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule:Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location:8200 Dixie Road (101), Brampton, ON
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Real Estate / Facilities & Projects and Planning
Requisition ID: 292113

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ .

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Location:
Brampton, ON, CA

Being a Rogers team member comes with some great perks & benefits including:
• Health & well-being benefits
• Donation matching
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Wealth Accumulation including: Pension plan & Employee stock options
• Generous employee discounts
• Leadership development, Mentorship, and Coaching programs

*available for full-time and part-time permanent employees, some restrictions apply

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