Telecoms Project Manager - Infrastructure Rollout

Placements24; Welkom; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Telecoms Project Manager to oversee critical infrastructure rollout projects in Welkom, Free State. You will plan, execute, and deliver network deployments and upgrades, manage timelines, budgets, resources and risks, and liaise with internal teams, vendors and clients to ensure successful delivery.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, with 5+ years in telecom or IT infrastructure, and certifications such as PMP or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize telecommunications infrastructure projects on time and within budget.
• Define scope, goals, and deliverables with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans with resources, timelines, and costs.
• Manage project budgets, track expenses and meet financial objectives.
• Coordinate and lead teams, including technical staff, contractors, and vendors.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Communicate progress, issues, and successes to stakeholders regularly.
• Ensure quality assurance and adherence to industry standards throughout the lifecycle.
• Manage vendor contracts and performance to meet expectations.
• Facilitate project closure with post-project reviews and lessons learned.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

MS Project

Asana

Jira

PMP/PRINCE2

Telecommunications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business or related

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic telecommunications company, is seeking an experienced and highly organized Telecoms Project Manager to oversee critical infrastructure rollout projects in **Welkom, Free State**. This role is central to the successful planning, execution, and delivery of new network deployments and upgrades. You will be responsible for managing project timelines, budgets, resources, and risks, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. This position requires a proactive individual with strong leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of telecommunications infrastructure and project management methodologies. You will liaunt with internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction. Your efforts will directly contribute to expanding connectivity and enhancing service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize telecommunications infrastructure projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation, timelines, and cost estimates.
• Manage project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring financial objectives are met.
• Coordinate and lead project teams, including technical staff, contractors, and vendors.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
• Communicate project progress, issues, and successes to all relevant stakeholders regularly.
• Ensure quality assurance and adherence to industry standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage vendor contracts and performance, ensuring deliverables meet expectations.
• Facilitate project closure, including post-project reviews and lessons learned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; PMP or Prince2 certification is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in project management, specifically within the telecommunications or IT infrastructure sector.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale infrastructure rollout projects (e.g., fibre deployment, cell tower construction).
• Strong understanding of project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira).
• Excellent knowledge of telecommunications technologies and infrastructure.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in risk management and change control processes.
• Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment in **Welkom, Free State**.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, comprehensive medical and retirement benefits, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a hybrid work model that balances office and remote work.
• You will have the opportunity to lead impactful projects that enhance communication services in **Welkom, Free State**, and work within a supportive and growth-oriented company culture.
• This role provides significant career advancement potential and the chance to make a tangible difference.