Senior Telecom Project Leader - Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Senior Telecom Project Manager to oversee critical telecommunications projects from initiation to closure in Randburg. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure high-quality delivery while coordinating with vendors and clients.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 8+ years of telecom project experience, with PMP/PRINCE2 desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field required.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience managing telecommunications projects.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications technologies, infrastructure, and deployment methodologies.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple telecommunications projects.
• Develop detailed project plans: scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Manage risks and issues with mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Provide regular status reports to senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Risk management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

PMP or PRINCE2 certification desirable

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Senior Telecom Project Manager to oversee critical telecommunications projects from initiation to closure in Randburg. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure high-quality delivery while coordinating with vendors and clients.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 8+ years of telecom project experience, with PMP/PRINCE2 desirable.