Philippe Leggett Bachand
About Philippe Leggett Bachand
Philippe Leggett Bachand is the Senior Program Manager for Network Real Estate and Strategic Alliances at TELUS, with over two decades of experience in real estate and municipal affairs within the telecommunications industry.
Current Role at TELUS
Philippe Leggett Bachand currently serves as the Senior Program Manager for Network Real Estate and Strategic Alliances at TELUS. This role involves managing the strategic initiatives and partnerships essential for expanding TELUS’s network infrastructure. Leveraging his extensive background in real estate and municipal affairs, Philippe plays a key role in ensuring that the company navigates the complexities of network expansion effectively.
Career at TELUS
Philippe Leggett Bachand has been with TELUS for over two decades, starting in 2000 as a Site Acquisition Specialist. Over the years, he has held several significant roles including Senior Real Estate & Municipal Affairs Manager (2006-2013), and Manager, Real Estate and Government Relations in 2018. His career trajectory at TELUS showcases a consistent upward progression, reflecting his expertise and leadership capabilities within the telecommunications sector.
Previous Experience at Clearnet
Before joining TELUS, Philippe Leggett Bachand worked at Clearnet as a Real Estate Coordinator from 1999 to 2000. In this role, he was responsible for coordinating real estate activities, which likely laid the foundation for his extensive career in real estate and network infrastructure management within the telecommunications industry.
Education in Urban Planning and Project Management
Philippe Leggett Bachand holds a Master of Applied Science (M.Sc.A.) in Planning Project Management from Université de Montréal, which he completed between 1997 and 2000. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Urban Planning from Université du Québec à Montréal (1994-1997). Additionally, he has a Diploma of Collegial Studies in Social Sciences from Champlain College (1991-1994). His educational background provides him with a robust understanding of project management and urban planning, supporting his professional roles in real estate and strategic network management.