Network Planner

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Fiber Network Design and Route Planning

• Plan and design fiber optic infrastructure layouts according to project specifications.
• Use GIS tools to analyze the current infrastructure, identify potential deployment locations, and determine the best fiber routes.
• Conduct site assessments and coordinate with local governments to understand zoning and permitting needs.
• Design routes that optimize both current needs and future network growth, taking environmental and accessibility factors into account.

Cost Estimation and Budgeting

• Create precise and comprehensive cost estimates for fiber installation projects, covering labor, materials, and required equipment.
• Use GIS data to calculate material requirements and refine project budgets.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical teams to ensure alignment between cost estimates and project plans.

Geographic Data Analysis & Mapping

• Maintain and develop detailed fiber network maps using GIS software such as ArcGIS or QGIS.
• Leverage GIS data to pinpoint cost-effective and efficient fiber routes, considering geographical challenges and regulatory constraints.
• Provide recommendations for optimizing the network's design and operational efficiency based on data analysis.

Collaboration and Project Support

• Partner with engineers, field teams, and project managers to ensure the timely execution of fiber network projects.
• Keep network plans updated throughout the lifecycle of the project and adjust as necessary.
• Ensure all updates and changes to fiber network designs are accurately reflected in GIS databases.

Documentation & Reporting

• Keep thorough and organized records of all network designs, cost breakdowns, and GIS data.
• Regularly report on the status of ongoing projects, including any budget adjustments or changes to cost estimates.

Desired Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Engineering, GIS or Geography.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in fiber optic planning or cost estimation, with expertise in GIS technology.
• Familiarity with industry standards for fiber optic design and deployment.
• Proven experience with GIS software, particularly for network mapping and route planning.

Skills & Expertise

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret geographic data and apply it to network planning.
• Proficiency with GIS software and spatial analysis tools.
• Comprehensive knowledge of fiber optic infrastructure design, including various deployment methods like aerial and underground.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in cost estimation and project management.
• A team-oriented mindset, with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong communication skills, both in writing and verbally.

Additional Certifications (Optional but Preferred)

• GIS cert (e.g., GISP, ESRI).
• Fiber optic design or project management cert