Telecoms Project Manager

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary bonus

Health & wellness benefits

Hybrid work model

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Telecoms Project Manager to lead end-to-end telecom infrastructure projects from Paarl with a hybrid work model. You will drive delivery, coordinate cross-functional teams, manage stakeholders, and mitigate risks to ensure on-time, on-budget results of high quality.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, 5+ years in telecom PM, and PMP or PRINCE2 certification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; PMP or PRINCE2 certification is highly advantageous.
• 5+ years of proven experience in project management within the telecommunications industry.
• Strong understanding of telecom network technologies and project lifecycles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Experience managing hybrid teams and stakeholders across departments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize telecom projects within deadlines and budget.
• Define scope, objectives, and deliverables with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans with resource allocation, timelines, and risk strategies.
• Manage project teams, contractors, and vendors with effective communication.
• Monitor progress, report metrics, and address issues or deviations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

PMP or PRINCE2 certification (advantageous)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Our client is seeking a seasoned Telecoms Project Manager to oversee critical projects within the telecommunications sector, based in Paarl , with a hybrid working arrangement. This role is responsible for the end-to-end management of complex telecom infrastructure and service deployment projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will lead project teams, manage stakeholders, and mitigate risks to ensure successful project outcomes. This is a key position for driving strategic initiatives within the company's operations in the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize telecommunications projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation, timelines, and risk management strategies.
• Manage project teams, contractors, and vendors, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Monitor project progress, report on key metrics, and proactively address any issues or deviations from the plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; PMP or PRINCE2 certification is highly advantageous.
• 5+ years of proven experience in project management, specifically within the telecommunications industry.
• Strong understanding of telecom network technologies and project lifecycles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Experience managing hybrid teams and working effectively with stakeholders across different departments.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with project-based performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave and opportunities for professional development.
• A challenging and rewarding role with significant project impact.