The (Senior) Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex, multi-vendor telecommunications projects on time and within scope. This role demands strong technical oversight, stakeholder coordination, and expediting skills to ensure successful implementation across SDLC phases. The successful candidate’s designation and scope will be determined based on experience, track record, and demonstrated leadership.
Responsibilities:Project Execution & DeliveryLead end-to-end project execution, ensuring timely commissioning of turn-key telecom solutions.Coordinate internal teams and external vendors/customers for seamless delivery.Apply expediting techniques to accelerate timelines and resolve bottlenecks.Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Kanban, MS Timeline) and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid models) is preferred.Technical OversightOversee software development and IT management activities.Ensure technical feasibility and alignment with stakeholder requirements.Apply SDLC best practices across planning, execution, and testing phases.Governance & RiskMonitor scope, schedule, and cost using appropriate verification tools.Escalate risks and issues to management with mitigation strategies.Maintain comprehensive project documentation and audit readiness.Stakeholder ManagementBuild and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal teams.Communicate project status, risks, and decisions clearly and proactively.Motivate cross-functional teams toward shared goals.
Requirements:Bachelor’s degree from a reputable universityAt least 6-8 years of experience in telecom project management, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.Experience managing multi-vendor integration projects in the APAC region is highly preferred.Professional certification in the respective areas is a plus.
Skills and Personality:Proven ability to expedite project timelines through proactive coordination, scenario planning, and stakeholder alignment.Strong analytical skills in root cause analysis, workflow mapping, and comparative evaluation of technical options.Excellent customer/vendor-facing and internal communication skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Experience tracking delivery KPIs, customer satisfaction metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.Solid organisational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.Highly motivated, result-oriented and dedicated person who initiates appropriate actions and strategies.Independent and can work without constant direction and close supervision.Capable of functioning effectively in hectic and fast-paced work environments.Strong interest in keeping up-to-date with current technologies.Ability to motivate other team members to work towards a common goal.Willing to travel.
Responsibilities:Project DeliveryLead the design, build, and implementation of Tier-1 turnkey projects for public sector clients.Install, configure, test, and commission telecommunication and IT solutions, ensuring smooth transition from project handover to operations.Prepare technical documentation, implementation guides, security hardening checklists and troubleshooting procedures.
Operations & SupportProvide 24/7 technical support (on a rotational or standby basis) for mission-critical systems, ensuring minimal downtime.Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across systems, networks, and firewalls.Conduct Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT) in line with security policies, ensuring vulnerabilities are remediated promptly.Collaborate with global vendors to escalate, track, and close technical issues.
Client & Vendor EngagementAct as a client-facing technical lead, able to understand requirements, environments, and constraints.Conduct technical workshops, solution briefings, and compliance reviews for stakeholders.Liaise with global vendors on system updates, integration, and security advisories.
Leadership & Mentorship (For Senior position)Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior engineers.Ensure that team members follow engineering best practices, security standards, and documentation guidelines.Support knowledge transfer within the team through structured learning sessions.
Requirements:CertificationsDegree or Diploma in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline with specialization in Communications Engineering, Computer & Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or Data Analytics.
Technical Skills
Firewalls & SecurityHands-on experience in installing, configuring, and monitoring WAF, Load Balancers, IDS/IPS, and Endpoint securityGood understanding of Security concepts such as Network Security, SSL, IAM, Secrets management, Data encryption, Data masking, Code scanning, Container image signing, OWASP Top 10CI/CDHands-on experience in implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for application deploymentsExperience in implementing and enforcing DevSecOps practicesHands-on experience in managing Container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, EKS, AKS, GKE)Hand-on experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or other IaC toolsHands-on experience to automate deployment workflows using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipelineVoiceStrong understanding of SIP protocol, RTP, and related signaling standardsExperience with SBC platforms such as Oracle (Acme Packet), Ribbon, Audiocodes, or MetaswitchFamiliarity with 4G/5G Core Network elements and interfacesApplicationDeep understanding of Web/Application servers such as Tomcat, WildFly, WebLogic, or JBossExperience in managing and integrating RESTful APIs and API GatewaysGood understanding of how Java-based applications work, including JVM tuning, resource optimization, and troubleshootingKnowledge of HTTP, SSL/TLS, reverse proxy, and load balancing conceptsKnowledge in scripting for automation (Bash, Python, or PowerShell)
Soft SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a hands-on approach.Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Excellent presentation, documentation, and public speaking skills.Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.Independent, self-motivated, and adaptable in handling fast-paced projects.
