Senior Telecommunications Project Manager

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 128,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Project Manager to oversee critical network infrastructure programs in the Queenstown region. You will drive end-to-end project delivery, from initiation through closure, ensuring on-time, on-budget outcomes in a complex telecoms environment.

The role demands a strategic thinker with a track record of delivering high-impact telecom projects, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and maintaining robust communication with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years focused on telecommunications projects.
• Experience managing large-scale network infrastructure projects (fiber rollout, 4G/5G deployment, core network upgrades).
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (PMP, Agile, PRINCE2); PMP certification desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently.
• Experience in telecoms industry is essential.
• Knowledge of the Eastern Cape infrastructure landscape is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of telecom projects including network deployments and service rollouts.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria with senior management.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Manage risks, issues, and changes with mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Monitor progress, track KPIs, and report to stakeholders.
• Ensure quality, regulatory compliance, and policy adherence.
• Facilitate communication among stakeholders.
• Manage budgets and financial targets.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and capture lessons learned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / CS / Business Admin or related

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading entity in the **telecoms** sector, is looking for a seasoned Senior Telecommunications Project Manager to oversee critical network infrastructure projects in the **Queenstown, Eastern Cape** region. This role demands a strategic thinker with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex telecommunications projects on time and within budget. You will be responsible for managing all phases of the project lifecycle, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure. This is a high-impact position offering the chance to contribute significantly to the advancement of telecommunications services in the **Eastern Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of diverse telecommunications projects, including network deployments, upgrades, and service rollouts.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes effectively, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Coordinate and manage cross-functional project teams, including internal resources and external vendors.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and provide regular status reports to stakeholders.
• Ensure projects adhere to quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Facilitate effective communication among all project stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets and ensure financial targets are met.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and identify lessons learned for future projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on telecommunications projects.
• Proven experience managing large-scale network infrastructure projects (e.g., fiber rollout, 4G/5G deployment, core network upgrades).
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, Agile, PRINCE2). PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management.
• Experience working within the **telecoms** industry is essential.
• Knowledge of the **Eastern Cape**'s infrastructure landscape is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and training.
• A challenging and rewarding role impacting connectivity in **Queenstown**.
• Exposure to significant projects within the **telecoms** industry.
• Hybrid work model allowing for flexibility.
• Generous annual leave and company holidays.