Senior Telecommunications Project Manager

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Travel allowances for site visits

Company-provided laptop and mobile

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Project Manager to lead complex deployment projects in Paarl, Western Cape. You will manage networks builds, interfaces with clients, engineers, and vendors, and ensure delivery on time and within budget.

The role blends on-site leadership in Paarl with remote project oversight. The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in telecom project management, a degree in engineering or business, and PMP/Prince2.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Admin or related field.
• PMP or Prince2 certification is desirable.
• 7–10 years progressive PM experience in telecoms.
• Experience with fibre, 4G/5G and IP networking.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end telecom projects: network builds, upgrades, tech implementations.
• Develop project plans: scope, deliverables, timelines, budgets, resources.
• Manage execution: track progress, mitigate risks.
• Coordinate engineers, technicians, contractors, and vendors.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget, high-quality delivery.

Skills

PMP/Prince2

7–10 years PM exp

Telecom project mgmt

Budget management

MS Project/Primavera

Stakeholder mgmt

Leadership

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier provider of telecommunications infrastructure and services, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Telecommunications Project Manager to lead complex deployment projects in the **Paarl, Western Cape** area and its surroundings. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale telecom projects, from initial conception through to final handover. You will be responsible for managing budgets, timelines, resources, and stakeholder relationships to achieve project objectives efficiently and effectively. This position operates on a **hybrid** model, requiring your presence for key on-site project activities and team meetings in **Paarl**, balanced with remote management and administrative responsibilities. We are looking for a strategic thinker with a proven ability to manage diverse project teams, mitigate risks, and deliver exceptional results in the demanding telecommunications industry. This is an outstanding opportunity to drive significant infrastructure development in a beautiful region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end management of telecommunications projects, including network build-outs, upgrades, and technology implementations.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, deliverables, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Manage project execution, closely monitoring progress, identifying potential risks, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Oversee and coordinate project teams, including engineers, technicians, contractors, and third-party vendors.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including clients, senior management, and regulatory bodies.
• Manage project finances, including budget tracking, cost control, and invoice reconciliation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, industry standards, and contractual obligations.
• Facilitate regular project review meetings and provide detailed status reports.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; PMP or Prince2 certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in project management within the telecommunications sector.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale network infrastructure projects (e.g., fibre deployment, cellular site construction).
• Strong understanding of telecom technologies, including fibre optics, wireless (4G/5G), and IP networking.
• Expertise in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing significant project budgets.
• Proven ability to identify, assess, and manage project risks effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be comfortable working in a **hybrid** capacity within **Paarl, Western Cape**, and travelling as needed for site-based activities.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R . Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility.
• Performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Chance to manage high-impact projects shaping regional connectivity.
• Supportive management and collaborative team culture.
• Company-provided mobile and laptop.
• Travel allowances for site visits.