Project Manager

Job Summary:

Candidates for the position need a strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and must be knowledgeable about all aspects of network technology.
A background in wired/wireless equipment, standards, protocols and WLAN design is considered ideal. Candidates also must be effective communicators in order to collaborate successfully with network technicians, vendors and managers.
We would ideally look for a Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering or a related field (or equivalent work experience), plus five or more years in LAN/WAN engineering and design work, including several years specializing in wired/wireless technologies such as Fiber, Wi-Fi, WiMax and WAP. Professional certifications such as Project Management (PMP) also are valuable. Experience with Broadband over Powerline (BPL) technology is ideal.

Age Criteria: Female 18 to 30

Duties & Responsibilities:

Recruit, hire and develop project team
o Effectively recruit, screen candidates, and approve employee hires.
o Coordinate an intensive, high quality training program for newly hired project staff.

Ability to gather system and business requirements and can translate these into system design documentations

Ability to estimate project timelines and critical paths

Ability to effectively track and report on the project status including schedule, costs and overall solution

Ability to build strong relationships with multiple stakeholders including executives, customers and vendors

Works as a team lead with senior staff on large, complex technical projects

Provide input on how to improve the existing processes, operational efficiencies of the system and recommend improvement initiatives

Analyzes complex problems, develops and implements solutions, and makes decisions that significantly impact project(s)

Completes assigned projects on time, on budget and on scope

Monitor technology trends; recommend new products and strategies as appropriate.

Troubleshooting enterprise data, voice and video networks

Troubleshooting wireless network, both enterprise and guest access

Maintaining a secure transfer of data to multiple locations via internal and external networks

Working with vendors, clients, carriers and technical staff on network implementation, optimization and ongoing management

Providing high-level support and technical expertise in networking technology, including LAN/WAN hardware, hubs, bridges and routers.

Provide DR or backup analysis and recommendation in event of a major failure.

Recommendations on best practices when using network technologies such as access, security, bandwidth throttling, DHCP scope limits and options, etc.

Perform other duties and tasks as designated by the Supervisor & Top Management

Job Requirement:

1. REQUIREMENTS, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

4+ years of relevant work experience

Certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) an asset

Certified Business Analyst an asset

PC and desktop application expertise (e.g., Microsoft Office, e mail, etc.)

Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, standards, and procedures

Strong technical and analytical skills

Strong organizational and problem solving abilities

Strong verbal and written communication skills

2-3 years’ experience with utility operations/projects is an asset

Experience with inventory management systems and work order management systems an asset

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Advanced understanding of Cisco IOS for routers, switches, and firewalls

Advanced understanding HP and Dell OS for enterprise switches

Deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS)

Solid working knowledge of Cisco Meraki wireless access points

Management of multiple VLAN environment used for data, voice, AV, servers, and wireless

VPN/DMVPN tunneling encryption and protocols

MPLS circuit implementation.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
Business Experience

Demonstrates business insight

Shows professional behavior

Understands the current IT marketplace

Leadership

Motivates and inspires others

Helps create a sense of purpose and shared vision

Communicates goals and objectives to others

Accepts personal responsibility for one’s own and group’s performance

Responds to situations in a logical, accurate, and complete manner.

Creates a positive work environment built on trust, fair and equal treatment, and consistent reward and consequence system
Drive

Sets and follows-through with achieving goals

Shows sense of urgency

Is dissatisfied with average performance

Engages in problem-solving activities regularly and autonomously

Demonstrates a strong sense of purpose

Committed to achieving results

Displays a high energy level

Sets high standards of performance

Initiates work and patterns of excellence

Develops and articulates clear approaches towards successful sales tactics

Demonstrates active listening skills

Decision-Making

Develops and evaluates alternative courses of action

Takes into account: logic, facts, resources, constraints, and organizational goals when weighing matters

Acts in accordance with ethical principles and organizational values

Raises and addresses ethical concerns or issues when appropriate

Follows through on commitments and implied agreements

Takes ownership

Abides by policies and procedures

Accurately weighs the costs and benefits when arriving at decisions

Staffing, Training, and Retaining

Recruits consistently and effectively following recommended hiring process

Appropriately staffs for meeting revenue goals

Uses effective interviewing techniques, tests for skills, and checks references

Demonstrates ethical and legal hiring practices by following guidelines, disciplines

Engages the sales force, decreases voluntary turnover rates, provides positive reinforcement and incentives, plans effective contests
Staff Training and Development

Demonstrates commitment to continuous development of the sales team including oneself by implementing effective regular training programs

Regularly assesses team and individual performance gaps and builds development plans for closing the gaps

Using effective coaching techniques for addressing sales skills, strategy, and product knowledge gaps

Knows how to access centers resources, delivers training to improve sales performance
Territory Management

Demonstrates effective territory management practices including account segmentation

Demonstrates appropriate account and strategy planning

Effectively prioritizes account management and sales tactics

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