Telecom Project Manager

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement planning

Hybrid work model

Professional growth opportunities

Dynamic project environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Telecom Project Manager to lead and deliver critical telecommunications projects in Bloemfontein. You will plan, execute, and ensure projects are on time, within budget, and meet quality standards while coordinating teams and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of telecom project management experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills, with familiarity in PMP or Agile methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in the telecom industry.
• Proven track record delivering complex telecom projects.
• Knowledge of PMP or Agile methodologies.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency with project management software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of telecom projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Lead project teams, assign tasks, and monitor progress.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Communicate status and challenges to stakeholders and senior management.
• Ensure compliance with PM methodologies, quality standards, and policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a proactive and organized Telecom Project Manager to lead and deliver critical telecommunications projects in Bloemfontein . You will be responsible for the planning, execution, and successful completion of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role involves managing project teams, stakeholders, and resources to achieve project objectives. The ideal candidate has a strong background in telecommunications projects and excellent leadership and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of telecommunications projects, from initiation to closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate and lead project teams, assigning tasks and monitoring progress.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies.
• Communicate project status, updates, and challenges effectively to stakeholders and senior management.
• Ensure compliance with project management methodologies, quality standards, and company policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management within the telecommunications industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex telecom projects.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g., PMP, Agile).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and project completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement planning.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and project diversification.
• A dynamic work environment with opportunities to shape impactful projects.