Assoc Director-network Access C&e

AT&T AT&T · Telecom · Plano, TX

Associate Director role at AT&T focused on Network Access C&E, overseeing hiring, training, coaching, and performance evaluation of technical staff including RAN engineers, Implementation Managers, OSP technicians, and project managers. The role involves leading planning, design, installation, and optimization of RAN and OSP infrastructure, managing project budgets, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvement in 5G and Fiber Network infrastructure.

What you'd actually do

  1. Team Leadership and Development: Oversee hiring, training, coaching, and performance evaluation of technical staff, including RAN engineers, Implementation Managers, OSP technicians, project managers; manage strategic relationships and vendor negotiations.
  2. Network Planning and Technical Expertise: Lead planning, design, installation, and optimization of RAN and OSP infrastructure, providing expert consultation and managing contract resources; coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to implement advanced technologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
  3. Project Management and Execution: Direct teams in the strategic planning, execution, and delivery of network construction and engineering projects, including copper removal and integration of fiber and mobility builds to optimize infrastructure.
  4. Budget and Resource Management: Develop and manage project budgets, oversee capital expenditures, and ensure efficient allocation of financial and human resources; manage inventory, tool budgeting, procurement, and supplier coordination.
  5. Compliance, Safety, and Standards: Ensure all activities comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies; conduct in-field safety and quality inspections and enforce safety protocols.

Skills

Required

  • Team Leadership
  • Network Planning
  • Project Management
  • Budget Management
  • Compliance
  • Vendor Management
  • RAN
  • OSP
  • Fiber Optics
  • 5G

Nice to have

  • BS/BA degree
  • 5+ years of related experience

What the JD emphasized

  • office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week
  • regulatory requirements
  • industry standards