Telecom Project Manager

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Telecom Project Manager to oversee telecom projects from planning to handover in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will lead diverse teams, manage budgets and timelines, and ensure stakeholder alignment across the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has 5–7+ years in telecom project management, familiarity with network infrastructure and fiber/wireless deployments, and strong leadership and communication skills. A hybrid work setup in Kimberley is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in project management within the telecommunications industry.
• Experience managing projects related to network infrastructure, fiber deployment, or wireless solutions.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira).

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize telecom projects within deadlines and budget.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with management and stakeholders.
• Develop project plans including resources, scheduling, and risk management.
• Lead project teams, assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide guidance.
• Communicate project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders regularly.
• Ensure quality assurance and adherence to best practices throughout lifecycle.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations.
• Identify and resolve project issues and dependencies.
• Conduct post-mortems and identify lessons for future projects.
• Manage change control processes for scope and requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading telecommunications solutions provider, is seeking a proactive and experienced Telecom Project Manager to oversee diverse projects within the sector, based in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This role demands exceptional leadership and organizational skills to manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering complex telecom projects, from initial planning through to final deployment and handover. You will be instrumental in ensuring projects meet their objectives, client expectations are exceeded, and all stakeholders are kept informed. This is an exciting opportunity to lead critical initiatives and contribute to the growth and success of our client's operations in the Northern Cape region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize telecommunication projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including resource allocation, scheduling, and risk management.
• Manage project teams, including assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and providing guidance.
• Communicate project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders regularly.
• Ensure quality assurance and adherence to industry best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations.
• Identify and resolve project issues and dependencies.
• Conduct project post-mortems and identify lessons learned for future projects.
• Manage change control processes for project scope and requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in project management within the telecommunications industry.
• Proven experience managing projects related to network infrastructure, fiber deployment, or wireless solutions.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• PMP or Prince2 certification is highly desirable.
• Experience working in a hybrid work environment in Kimberley .
• Knowledge of telecom technologies and standards.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package, performance incentives, and a comprehensive benefits program including medical aid and retirement planning. They are committed to employee development and provide opportunities for advanced training and certification. The work environment in Kimberley is collaborative and supportive. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to balance office-based teamwork with remote work, ensuring a positive work-life integration for our team members in the Northern Cape .