Sr. Wireless Access Planner
- Vancouver, BC
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
We are looking for talented individual for the role of Senior Wireless Access Planner in the Engineering team, who will be responsible for the short term and long term strategic market planning of the Wireless Access network in the West (AB, BC).We are open to hire for our Calgary or Vancouver Location.As part of the recruitment process, successful candidates will be required to complete criminal and credit background checks.What you'll do:
Analyze network needs in terms of capacity and coverage and plan existing site augmentations, new macro, new Inbuilding, new small cell to address network needs.
- Identify site capacity requirements (Macro and Inbuilding)
- Analyse low capacity / low throughput sites for capacity augmentation or capacity optimization
- Drive Radio Engineering for RF capacity optimization and track progress for implementation success
- Provide inputs to management for new capacity sites
- Localise immediate and event capacity requirement
- Identify sites requiring hot spot capacity
- Find technical solution for hot spot
- Cost estimate and CA for hot spots
- COW deployment
- Plan, budget and initiate expansion projects to support network evolution and to meet growing subscriber demand.
- Develop and analyze alternatives to recommend the most economical solution to meet departmental and organizational objectives regarding network expansion, subscriber growth and usage patterns.
- Technical review of existing and forecasted network performance which includes gathering input from network statistics, RF Engineering, CIP, Network Operations as well as Marketing.
- Work with RF Engineering to apply the appropriate actions to address any network capacity requirement and quality issues in a timely manner.
- Develop Three Year Network Capital Plan for Regions.
- Provide direction and guidance to Access Planners
- Recommend course of action to management to resolve capacity and technical issue within the access network. Provide comparison of costs and/or impact of these recommendations versus other options.
- Collaborate with Regional Network Implementation and RF team to communicate priorities, support and guidance for site acquisition, lease and design issues and to ensure timely delivery of planned programs.
- Conduct studies for special projects
- Undergraduate degree with 7 years of work experience in a wireless environment
- PENG in AB and BC required
- Strong understanding of Wireless Access Network functionality and elements. Full Scope of GSM/HSPA/LTE/5G Radio Access
- In-depth understanding of the RAN (Radio Access Network) capacity, optimization process, and performance KPIs
- Knowledge of and experience in Inbuilding planning and design
- Knowledge of and experience in small cell planning and design
- Familiarity with Ericsson radio base station hardware and configuration
- Strong aptitude for research, data analysis and trend development.
- Strong planning and budget skills.
- Familiarity with financial terms and practices for budgeting purposes
- Data analytics skills including skills with tools such as PowerBI, Alteryx, Azure Database
- Programming skills such as Python and SQL
- Microsoft Office suite
- Proven ability to lead and direct within department and provide direction and guidance to internal and external groups.
- Highly motivated individual with superior organizational and analytical skills.
- Specific background in projects involving multiple geographic regions, cross-functional teams
- Demonstrated ability to manage and track projects
- Proven ability to operate autonomously, within general direction guidelines.
- Personal Competencies: Leadership; Problem Solving / Judgment; Customer Service Orientation; Teamwork and Collaboration; Initiative; Achievement Orientation.
- Able to communicate in a concise and effective manner with technical and non-technical audience
- Excel at providing executive summary and power point presentations
- Result-oriented, able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and meeting deadlines
- Experience with FWA planning and service expansion would be an asset
- Competitive & flexible health and dental benefits, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA, and Stock matching programs.
- Relish 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.
- Self-driven career development programs (E.g. MyPath program) o Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest
- Homewood employee & family assistance program
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions o Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes
- 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.
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: Rogers Tower 1067 West Cordova Street (7854), Vancouver, BC
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Background Check(s) Required: Criminal Record and Credit Check
Posting Category/Function: Technology & Engineering
Requisition ID: 328003To support career growth, collaboration, and high-performing teams, all Corporate Employees are expected to work onsite a minimum of four (4) days per week starting October 6, 2025, increasing to five (5) days per week effective February 2, 2026. We believe that in-person connection strengthens our culture and drives industry-leading performance.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 .Posting Notes: TechnologyLocation:Vancouver, BC, CA Calgary, AB, CABeing 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 applyLooking for career guidance and inspiration?Catch up on the latest episodes of podcast with Dr. Sonia Kang.