Project Manager

Level-Up; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg is seeking a Project Manager to oversee multiple projects and ensure their timely completion within budget. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in project management, preferably in the telecommunications sector, along with excellent negotiation and organizational skills. This role involves managing contractors, maintaining communications with customers, and overseeing project administration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of project management experience required.
• Proven track record in the telecommunications sector.
• Extensive project planning and budgeting expertise.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple projects and ensure timely completion within budget.
• Negotiate and manage contractor performance and deliverables.
• Maintain communication with customers and provide comprehensive reports.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Program/Project Management certification

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing multiple projects, managing end-to-end (E2E) project functions, and ensuring completion within specifications, on time, and within budget.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Program/Project Management certification

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Thrives in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Proficient in English (verbal and written)
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Resilient, tenacious, and adaptable with strong analytical skills
• Effective team player with the ability to prioritize and work under pressure
• Independent learner with excellent time management and attention to detail
• Proactive in identifying new requirements promptly
• Represents the organization professionally with a focus on continuous improvement
• Assertive, patient, competitive, and self-motivated
• Presentable, diplomatic, and well-spoken

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Minimum 3 years of project management experience
• Proven track record in the telecommunications sector
• Extensive expertise in project planning, scheduling, and budgeting
• Proficient in project management tools and techniques
• Experience in customer-facing roles and managing competing priorities
• Background in rollout projects (e.g., FTTH, power, tower, RF)
• Demonstrated success in operational management
• At least 1 year in a management position
• Computer literacy (MS Office, Outlook)
• Ability to compile reports, specifications, and update project-related systems

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across operational and technical domains
• Proactive, reliable, and detail-oriented with a commitment to service excellence
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Professional, courteous, and punctual
• Willing to work extended hours when required
• Logical and analytical reasoning

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (KPAs)

Customer Management (HQ and Regions)

• Negotiate and meet delivery timelines with customers
• Provide comprehensive reports and feedback
• Issue accurate quotes and ensure all work has assigned purchase orders (POs)
• Supply documentation (e.g., FACs) for invoicing
• Ensure 100% of completed work is invoiced and updated in customer systems monthly

Contractor Management

• Oversee contractor performance and allocate work with clear specifications
• Negotiate pricing and terms, issue POs, and approve payments

Supplier Management

• Monitor supplier performance, assist in negotiating terms, issue POs, and approve payments

Administration

• Supervise project admin officer
• Maintain updated systems (e.g., WO, SAGE, Qbis)
• Ensure price books are current

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS

• Maintain professional and cordial relationships with management, staff, and guests
• Prioritize safety and compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulations
• Build trust and confidence through integrity and ethical behavior
• Focus on performance while thriving in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate punctuality and reliability

GENERAL

• Performance will be assessed during a three-month probationary period, followed by ongoing reviews
• The listed KPAs are indicative and not exhaustive