Telecoms Project Manager

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Professional development

Annual leave

Career growth

Medical aid

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Telecoms Project Manager to oversee large-scale infrastructure projects in Richards Bay. You will lead cross-functional teams through initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and high-quality results.

The role requires 5+ years in telecom or IT infra, solid PM knowledge (Agile/Waterfall), proficiency with MS Project, Asana or Jira, and PMP/Prince2 is desirable.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in telecom or IT infrastructure.
• Proven track record delivering complex projects from initiation to completion.
• Solid understanding of PM principles and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Experience with PM software; proficient in MS Project, Asana, Jira.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• PMP or Prince2 certification is highly desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Develop comprehensive project plans with scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines.
• Manage budgets and track expenses to meet financial objectives.
• Lead cross-functional teams and foster a collaborative environment.
• Identify and mitigate risks; develop contingency plans as needed.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and internal departments to align expectations.
• Oversee procurement of materials and services for project execution.
• Monitor KPIs and report status to senior management.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality standards, and company policies.
• Manage handover of completed projects with proper documentation and client sign-off.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Budget management

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Related field

Herramientas

MS Project

Asana

Jira

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leading telecommunications infrastructure company, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Telecoms Project Manager to oversee significant projects in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. This pivotal role involves leading project teams from initiation to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for all phases of project management, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, focusing on deploying new telecommunication networks and upgrading existing infrastructure. The role requires a strong understanding of project management methodologies, excellent leadership skills, and a deep knowledge of the telecommunications industry. This hybrid position allows for a blend of on-site strategic planning and team collaboration with remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and timelines.
• Manage project budgets, track expenses, and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal departments, to ensure alignment and manage expectations.
• Oversee the procurement of materials and services required for project execution.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and report on project status to senior management.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, safety regulations, and company policies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage the handover of completed projects, ensuring proper documentation and client sign-off.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Project Manager, specifically within the telecommunications or IT infrastructure sector.
• Demonstrable success in managing complex projects from initiation to completion.
• Solid understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management skills.
• PMP or Prince2 certification is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary package
• including potential for performance bonuses
• comprehensive benefits such as medical aid
• a retirement fund
• Professional development opportunities, including advanced training and certifications, are readily available.
• The hybrid work model provides flexibility
• and employees benefit from a dynamic work environment within a company at the forefront of telecommunications technology in the Richards Bay region.
• Paid annual leave
• potential for long-term career growth