Telecom Network Expansion Lead

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a leading telecommunications provider, is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead a critical network expansion project in Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on planning, execution, and deployment of new network infrastructure, requiring strong leadership, coordination of technical teams, and effective stakeholder management.

You will liaise with regulators and local authorities, manage budgets and risks, and ensure quality and safety standards throughout the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, CS or related field.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in project management for telecom networks (fiber/wireless).
• Proven ability to manage network deployment or expansion projects.
• Knowledge of PM methodologies, budgets, and risk management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Office-based in Upington, Northern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end lifecycle of telecom network expansion projects.
• Develop detailed project plans: scope, timelines, resources, budget.
• Coordinate internal teams, field engineers, and external vendors.
• Oversee procurement and installation of network equipment.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards, safety, and quality.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Report progress to senior management.
• Handover network deployment to operations teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

PM software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Telecommunications/CS

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Placements24, on behalf of a leading telecommunications provider, is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead a critical network expansion project in Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on planning, execution, and deployment of new network infrastructure, requiring strong leadership, coordination of technical teams, and effective stakeholder management.

You will liaise with regulators and local authorities, manage budgets and risks, and ensure quality and safety standards throughout the