Department: Project Management Office | Reporting To: Head of PMO / CEO | Employment Type: Full-Time
1. Position Summary
The Project Manager is responsible for planning, leading, and executing telecommunication infrastructure projects across the organisation.
This role oversees the entire project lifecycle, from proposal and planning to implementation and completion, ensuring all activities meet technical, safety,
quality, and financial requirements. The Project Manager will coordinate multiple stakeholders, manage risks, and drive timely delivery of fibre rollout,
network upgrades, and site development projects.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Project Planning & Initiations
• Prepare business cases, project proposals, and technical assessments.
• Define project scope, objectives, budget, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, Gantt charts, and implementation strategies.
B. Project Execution & Delivery
• Lead end-to-end delivery of telecommunication projects including:
o Fibre rollout (FTTx/backbone/access)
o Network upgrades
o Wireless and transmission systems
o Telco site installation and infrastructure development
• Supervise contractors, vendors, and service providers to ensure adherence to technical specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Conduct site inspections, technical audits, acceptance tests, and verification of engineering documents (BOQ, TSSR, drawings, etc.).
• Monitor project execution, identify issues or risks, and implement corrective and preventive actions promptly.
C. Cost, Quality & Compliance Control
• Track project expenses, enforce cost control measures, and ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Ensure compliance with HSSE requirements, industry standards, regulatory guidelines, and company policies.
• Ensure all project documentation, reports, and records are updated accurately and submitted within deadlines.
D. Stakeholder Management & Coordination
• Liaise with internal teams (Engineering, NOC, Finance, Field Operations) to ensure project alignment and resource readiness.
• Coordinate with clients, authorities, local councils, utility providers, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide timely updates, presentations, and project status reports to senior management and customers.
3. Qualifications and Requirements:
Academic Background
• Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Project Management, Information Technology, or related fields.
Experience
• Minimum 5–8 years of project management experience within the telecommunications industry.
• Proven track record delivering fibre optic, wireless, or network infrastructure projects.
Technical Competencies
• Strong technical understanding of:
o FTTx/backbone/access fibre deployment
o Wireless systems, transmission equipment
o Telco site development and installation processes
• Proficient in project scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project.
• Familiar with engineering documentation including technical drawings, BOQ, TSSR, and acceptance test procedures.
• Strong analytical capability with ability to troubleshoot and resolve project-related issues.
Soft Skills & Attributes
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong planning ability with high attention to detail and compliance requirements..
• Capable of managing multiple projects concurrently under tight deadlines.
• Good problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
Additional Requirements
• Possess a valid driving licence and willing to travel for site visits, inspections, and outstation assignments.
• Certifications such as PMP/PRINCE2, CIDB, NIOSH Safety Passport, or Fibre/Network certifications are added advantages.
4. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Timely completion of project milestones and deliverables.
• Budget adherence and cost control effectiveness.
• Quality of workmanship, documentation, and technical compliance.
• HSSE compliance and zero-incident performance.
• Stakeholder satisfaction (internal and external).
• Accuracy and timeliness of reports and project documentation.
5. Working Conditions
• Work involves office-based planning and on-site project supervision.
• Required to travel to project sites, client premises, and authorities as needed.
• May involve extended hours depending on project timeline and operational demands.