Telecommunications Project Manager - Infrastructure Rollout

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development and certs

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee major telecom infrastructure rollout projects in Klerksdorp and surrounding areas. You will drive end-to-end delivery, from planning to commissioning, coordinating with internal teams and external partners to meet scope, budget, and schedule.

The role requires 5–7 years in telecom project management, strong leadership, budgeting skills, and a willingness to travel within the North West region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, PM, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5–7 years of proven project management experience in telecommunications.
• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure deployments (fiber networks, mobile towers).
• Knowledge of PM methodologies (PMP, Prince2) and tools (MS Project, Asana).
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Budgeting and cost-control proficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent understanding of telecommunications deployment processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel within Klerksdorp area and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of telecommunications infrastructure projects, including site acquisition, design, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and address challenges proactively.
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, contractors, and regulators.
• Ensure on-time delivery within budget and high quality standards.
• Provide regular progress reports and updates to stakeholders.
• Oversee procurement of materials and services for project execution.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance project team environment.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading force in the telecommunications industry, is seeking an experienced and strategic Project Manager to oversee significant infrastructure rollout projects in the Klerksdorp region and surrounding areas. This role is pivotal in driving the expansion of high-speed internet and mobile network capabilities across North West province. You will be responsible for the end-to-end management of complex projects, from planning and resource allocation to execution and delivery, ensuring they meet scope, budget, and timeline objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a substantial impact on the region's digital infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of telecommunications infrastructure projects, including site acquisition, design, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing potential challenges.
• Coordinate effectively with internal teams, external vendors, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Manage stakeholder communications, providing regular progress reports and updates.
• Oversee the procurement of materials and services required for project execution.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct project reviews and post-implementation analysis to capture lessons learned.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance project team environment.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of proven experience in project management, specifically within the telecommunications sector.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale infrastructure deployment projects (e.g., fiber networks, mobile towers).
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, Prince2) and tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficiency in financial management, budgeting, and cost control for projects.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications technologies and deployment processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel as required within the Klerksdorp area and occasionally further afield.

Benefits

• A highly competitive senior-level salary package.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund benefits.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Exposure to innovative telecommunications projects and technologies.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment with significant responsibility.
• Generous annual leave and company-mandated holidays.
• Potential for long-term career growth within the organization.