Telecom Project Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and bonus

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Annual leave

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Telecom Project Manager to lead complex telecom projects in Pretoria. You will oversee timelines, budgets, and resources, coordinating with internal teams, vendors, and clients to meet goals and satisfy stakeholders.

The role offers a hybrid model with essential in-person collaboration in Pretoria and opportunities to shape major telecommunications initiatives. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration, with 5+

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of telecom project management experience.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification preferred.
• Experience with Agile or Waterfall methodologies.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize telecom projects on time and within budget.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Develop project plans with resource allocation, risk assessment, and contingency planning.
• Manage project teams and provide direction and performance feedback.
• Communicate progress, issues, and risks to stakeholders via reports and meetings.
• Ensure projects meet company standards, quality requirements and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

Tools

PM software

Agile

Waterfall

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Telecom Project Manager to lead and oversee the successful execution of complex telecommunications projects in Pretoria . This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven ability to manage timelines, budgets, and resources effectively to deliver projects on scope and on time. You will be responsible for coordinating with internal teams, external vendors, and clients to ensure project goals are met and stakeholder expectations are managed. This is a critical position within our organization, offering the chance to drive significant infrastructure developments and contribute to the strategic direction of our telecommunications division, operating under a flexible hybrid model that encourages both focused independent work and essential in-person collaboration in Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize telecommunications 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, risk assessment, and contingency planning.
• Manage project teams, providing direction, motivation, and performance feedback.
• Communicate project progress, issues, and risks to all stakeholders through regular reports and meetings.
• Ensure all projects adhere to company standards, quality requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; PMP or PRINCE2 certification is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing telecommunications projects, from initiation to closure.
• Demonstrated experience with project management software and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Strong understanding of telecommunications technologies, network infrastructure, and deployment processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• A hybrid work environment that supports work-life integration and productivity.
• Key role in shaping significant telecommunications advancements in Pretoria .