Telecommunications Project Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Telecommunications Project Manager to lead and deliver complex telecoms infrastructure projects in Benoni. You will oversee planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring on-time, on-budget results with high quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration, 8+ years in project management within telecoms, and strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills. PMP preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of project management experience, with telecoms exposure.
• Proven track record of delivering complex telecom projects from initiation to closure.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies; PMP preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Manage project execution, monitoring progress, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate and lead project teams, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular status updates.
• Ensure all projects adhere to quality standards and regulatory requirements within the telecoms sector.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Cross-functional coordination

Agile

Waterfall

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Telecommunications Project Manager to lead and execute complex projects in Benoni . This role requires overseeing the planning, implementation, and delivery of telecommunications infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will manage cross-functional teams, stakeholder communications, and risk assessment, driving successful project outcomes within the fast-paced telecoms industry. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership and organizational skills, committed to delivering impactful telecommunications solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Manage project execution, monitoring progress, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate and lead project teams, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular status updates.
• Ensure all projects adhere to quality standards and regulatory requirements within the telecoms sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a significant portion within the telecoms industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from initiation to closure.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package reflecting your experience and leadership.
• Performance-based bonuses and project completion incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and further certifications.
• A challenging and rewarding role managing key initiatives in the telecoms sector in Benoni.