AT&T

AVP-Network Access Construction & Engineering - Wireless

AT&T$231K — $347K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in network engineering or telecommunications leadership roles
  • Extensive experience in wireless and wireline network management
  • Strong expertise in RAN planning, design, and optimization
  • Proven experience managing multi-year capital programs
  • Working knowledge of telecommunications regulatory compliance
  • Skilled in collaborating across diverse functional teams

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop high-performing engineering and construction teams
  • Direct planning and optimization of wireless infrastructure
  • Oversee network construction projects ensuring timely delivery
  • Enhance customer experience using AI-driven insights
  • Manage capital budgets and vendor negotiations
  • Ensure safety and compliance with industry standards

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Minimum of 28 days of vacation and 9 holidays annually
  • Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation
  • Paid Parental and Caregiver Leave
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Disability Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Employee wellness programs and discounts on AT&T services
Full Job Description

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted.  

AT&T will not hire any applicants for this position who require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Job overview

In this role, you will lead and develop large, high‑performing organizations responsible for the end‑to‑end planning, design, construction, implementation, and optimization of wireless and wireline network infrastructure. You will own execution across RAN, OSP, fiber, and project management functions, ensuring regulatory compliance, safety, and operational excellence. As a senior leader, you will partner closely with product, P&L, sales, and marketing teams to maximize the value of deployed fiber and wireless assets while advancing AT&T’s converged, AI‑driven network vision.

What you’ll do

  • Lead and develop large, multi‑layered engineering and construction organizations, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and succession planning.

  • Direct the planning, design, construction, and optimization of wireless access infrastructure supporting 5G, WiFi, satellite, and fiber connectivity.

  • Oversee full lifecycle execution of network construction and engineering projects, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery aligned to business priorities.

  • Drive a customer‑first culture using deep analytics and AI‑led insights to improve network performance and customer experience.

  • Manage capital budgets, vendor negotiations, and resource allocation to support efficient, scalable network deployment.

  • Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, environmental, and construction standards through strong governance and field oversight.

What you’ll need

  • Extensive experience leading wireless and wireline network engineering and construction organizations.

  • Strong expertise in RAN planning, design, optimization, and deployment for large‑scale mobility networks.

  • Proven ability to execute complex, multi‑year capital programs with accountability for cost, schedule, quality, and performance.

  • Experience managing vendor, supplier, and partner relationships in large‑scale network environments.

  • Working knowledge of telecommunications regulatory, safety, and environmental compliance requirements.

  • Ability to collaborate across engineering, product, finance, sales, and operations teams.

What you’ll bring

  • Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired.

  • 10+ years of related experience in network engineering, construction, or telecommunications leadership roles.

  • Demonstrated success leading large organizations, including direct supervision of supervisors and senior staff.

  • Proven ability to design and execute strategies aligned with organizational goals and network priorities.

  • Experience influencing hiring, promotion, performance management, and compensation decisions.

  • Background working in highly scaled or regulated environments preferred.

Supervisor: Yes

Environmental Requirements: This position may be responsible for contributing to compliance by AT&T with environmental laws and regulations as applicable to its job function. This may include, but is not limited to, work related to hazardous waste, hazardous materials, batteries, manholes and vaults, linear and other construction projects. 

Our AVP- Network Access Construction & Engineering earns between $231,000 - $347,000 annually, plus comprehensive benefits, long‑term incentives, and deferred compensation. Individual starting salary may vary based on geography, experience, expertise, and education.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:  

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

  • 401(k) plan

  • Tuition reimbursement program

  • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 28 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)

  • Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation

  • 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

Ready to join our team?  Apply today

#LI-Onsite – Full-time office role

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Dallas, Texas

Salary Range:

$231,700.00 - $347,500.00

About AT&T

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