Project Manager - Remote
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead IT projects within the telecom sector. The role involves managing end-to-end delivery of technology initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and driving innovation in telecom operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Planning & Execution
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with telecom business needs.
- Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
- Monitor progress and ensure timely delivery within budget.
- Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including network engineers, software developers, and business analysts.
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- Act as the primary liaison between IT teams and telecom business units.
- Communicate project status, risks, and issues to senior management.
- Technical Oversight
- Manage IT system implementations such as OSS/BSS (Operational Support Systems / Business Support Systems).
- Oversee integration of telecom applications (CRM, billing, ERP, network management tools).
- Ensure compliance with telecom industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Risk & Quality Management
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and customer expectations.
Conduct post-project evaluations to capture lessons learned.
- Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 7+ years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in telecom IT projects.
- Strong knowledge of telecom systems (OSS/BSS, billing, CRM, ERP).
- Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Trello).
- Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- PMP/Prince2 certification is a plus.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced telecom environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience working with vendors and third-party service providers.
Knowledge of emerging telecom technologies (5G, IoT, cloud-based solutions).