AVP-Network Access Construction & Engineering
Hoover, Alabama
This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is onlylocatedin the location(s) posted.
AT&T will not hire any applicants for this position who require employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Introduction
Build the future of connectivity by delivering the network infrastructure that powers how people live, work, and communicate. At AT&T, our network teamsoperateatunmatchedscale, transforming legacy infrastructure while expanding next-generation fiber and wireless capabilities. In this role,you’lllead critical construction and engineering initiatives that directly enable growth, reliability, and customer experience across multiple states.
Job overview
You will lead and develop large, high-performing organizations responsible for the end-to-end planning, design, construction, implementation, and optimization of wireline and wireless network infrastructure. This role is accountable for safe, compliant, and cost-effective execution of complex, multi-year construction and engineering programs, including fiber build expansion, legacy copper transformation, and customer-impacting work. Your leadership will drive operational excellence, workforce effectiveness,and cross-functional alignment across RAN, OSP, fiber, and project management functions.
Whatyou’lldo
Lead and develop multi-layered teams across construction, engineering, project management, and operations, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
Direct the planning, design, construction, and optimization of wireline and wireless network infrastructure, including fiber deployment, copper reclamation, and mobility integration initiatives.
Oversee execution of large-scale, multi-year construction and engineering programs, ensuring safe,timely, and cost-effective delivery aligned to business priorities.
Manage capital budgets, workforce planning, inventory, tools, and supplier coordination to ensure efficient use of financial and human resources.
Partner cross-functionallywith operations, supply chain, labor relations, sales, and marketing to drive convergence, fiber penetration, and network monetization.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, environmental obligations, and AT&T safety, quality, and construction standards through field inspections and governance.
Whatyou’llneed
Extensive experience leading telecommunications construction and engineering operations across fiber, OSP, RAN, or related network domains.
Strong knowledge of network planning, design, and construction processes, including large-scale fiber build and legacy copper transformation programs.
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-year capital programs with accountability for cost, schedule, quality, and safety.
Experience managingvendor,supplier, and contractor relationships, including contract negotiation and performance management.
Working knowledge of telecommunications construction standards, regulatory compliance, and environmental requirements.
Ability to analyze and act on operational and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
Whatyou’llbring
Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired.
10+ years of related experience intelecommunicationsconstruction, engineering, network operations, or infrastructure delivery.
Demonstrated experience leading large organizations, including direct supervision of managers and senior leaders.
Experience working within union labor environments and managing contractual labor partnerships.
Strong background influencing hiring, promotion, disciplinary, and compensation decisions.
Experienceoperatingin large, highly scaled, or regulated environments preferred.
Supervisor: Yes
This role maybe responsible forsupporting AT&T’s compliance with environmental laws and regulations, including work related to construction projects, fuel tanks, generators, hazardous materials,manholesand vaults, water discharge, and air emissions, as applicable to the job function.
Geographic scope of responsibility currently includes Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri. This scope may change based on business needs. The job reporting location is 1876 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL 35244.
OurAVP-Network Access Construction & Engineering,earns between $206,900- $310,300 annually. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience,expertise, and education/training.
Joining our team comes with amazingperksand benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least28 daysof vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additionalsick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
Ready to join our team? Apply today
#LI-Onsite – Full-time office role
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
- Adoption Reimbursement
- Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Extensive employee wellness programs
- Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
- Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation
- Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 28 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays
Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
Hoover, AlabamaSalary Range:
$206,900.00 - $310,300.00It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.
Job ID R-111710 Date posted 06/30/2026
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- Paid Time Off
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