Telecoms Network Deployment Manager

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Network Deployment Manager to oversee and manage network build projects with a focus on East London and the Eastern Cape. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage vendors, and ensure projects meet technical specs and business objectives.

The role requires 8+ years in telecom deployment, knowledge of Agile or Waterfall, and strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in telecommunications network deployment projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of network deployment projects, from planning and initiation through execution and closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and track progress against them.
• Lead and coordinate site acquisition, civil works, equipment installation, and commissioning teams.
• Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and suppliers to ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Ensure all deployments adhere to network design specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Oversee testing and acceptance of newly deployed network elements and services.
• Report project status, progress, and key performance indicators to senior management.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and sales teams to ensure successful network rollouts.
• Continuously seek opportunities for process improvement in deployment methodologies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading telecommunications infrastructure provider, is seeking an experienced Network Deployment Manager to oversee and manage the execution of network build projects across various regions, with a primary focus on the East London, Eastern Cape area. This role is crucial for ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and high-quality deployment of new network infrastructure, including fiber optics and wireless solutions. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage vendors, and ensure all projects meet technical specifications and business objectives. This is a significant opportunity to drive critical telecoms infrastructure development in East London and the surrounding Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of network deployment projects, from planning and initiation through execution and closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and track progress against them.
• Lead and coordinate site acquisition, civil works, equipment installation, and commissioning teams.
• Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and suppliers to ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Ensure all deployments adhere to network design specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Oversee testing and acceptance of newly deployed network elements and services.
• Report project status, progress, and key performance indicators to senior management.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and sales teams to ensure successful network rollouts.
• Continuously seek opportunities for process improvement in deployment methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in telecommunications network deployment projects.
• Proven experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects, including fiber optics and wireless networks.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing budgets and controlling project costs effectively.
• Familiarity with South African telecommunications regulations and practices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience managing vendor and contractor relationships.
• Previous project involvement in the East London, Eastern Cape region is highly desirable.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement planning, and excellent opportunities for career growth and professional development within a leading telecoms organization. This role offers a Hybrid work arrangement, providing flexibility for project oversight and team collaboration in East London.