Senior Remote Telecoms Project Lead

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

PM certifications

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a seasoned Remote Telecoms Project Manager to lead telecom projects nationwide, with emphasis on Vereeniging-originated work, and to drive delivery from initiation to closure. The role is fully remote, coordinating scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and stakeholder updates. Strong client communication and remote teamwork are essential for success. The position offers development opportunities and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Proven working experience as a Project Manager in the telecommunications industry.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients.
• Experience with remote project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize telecom projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes effectively.
• Facilitate communication between project teams, vendors, and clients.
• Ensure project documentation is complete, accurate, and up-to-date.

Skills

Project management

Telecoms experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Remote work experience

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Jira

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a seasoned Remote Telecoms Project Manager to lead telecom projects nationwide, with emphasis on Vereeniging-originated work, and to drive delivery from initiation to closure. The role is fully remote, coordinating scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and stakeholder updates. Strong client communication and remote teamwork are essential for success. The position offers development opportunities and competitive compensation.