Senior Telecommunications Project Manager

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Generous annual leave

PMP certification support

Hybrid work environment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Project Manager to oversee large-scale network deployment initiatives in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role requires driving projects from initiation to closure, delivering on time and within budget while maintaining high quality standards.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage stakeholders, and mitigate risks in a hybrid work setting that blends office collaboration with remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of proven experience in project management within telecommunications.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale network infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of telecommunications infrastructure projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Lead and motivate project teams, assigning tasks and ensuring accountability.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation plans.
• Facilitate effective communication among project stakeholders, including internal teams, vendors, and clients.
• Monitor project progress against milestones and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Manage project change control processes.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management.
• Foster a collaborative and productive project environment.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Agile

Waterfall

MS Project

Asana

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/related field

PMP certification (preferred)

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the telecommunications industry, is seeking a highly organized and experienced Senior Telecommunications Project Manager to oversee critical network deployment projects in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal . This role demands a proven ability to manage complex projects from initiation to closure, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for leading project teams, managing stakeholders, and mitigating risks associated with large-scale telecommunications infrastructure rollouts. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to balance office-based collaboration with remote work, providing a dynamic work environment. If you have a passion for leading impactful projects in the telecom sector and thrive in a challenging, results-oriented setting within KwaZulu-Natal , this opportunity is ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of telecommunications infrastructure projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Lead and motivate project teams, assigning tasks and ensuring accountability.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation plans.
• Facilitate effective communication among project stakeholders, including internal teams, vendors, and clients.
• Monitor project progress against milestones and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Manage project change control processes.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management.
• Foster a collaborative and productive project environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of proven experience in project management within the telecommunications sector.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale network infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize effectively.
• Experience working in a hybrid work model is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Generous annual leave and paid sick leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and PMP certification support.
• Access to cutting-edge project management tools and methodologies.
• A stimulating hybrid work environment in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal .
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing telecommunications company.