We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex telecommunications and managed services projects. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with extensive telecom industry experience and a proven track record of managing large-scale infrastructure initiatives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
The Senior Project Manager will oversee end-to-end project delivery, manage cross-functional teams, coordinate with strategic carrier partners, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage multiple concurrent telecommunications and managed services projects from initiation through successful completion and closeout.
- Oversee complex infrastructure projects including Ethernet, SD-WAN, GPON, and firewall implementations across multiple customer sites.
- Direct internal engineering, operations, and service delivery teams; assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure accountability to project milestones and deliverables.
- Manage strategic relationships with major telecom carriers (AT&T, Lumen/CenturyLink, Verizon) to negotiate terms, expedite circuit ordering, and resolve escalated issues.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, budgets, resource allocations, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs), project metrics, and success criteria; report progress to executive leadership and customers.
- Identify, assess, and proactively manage project risks, dependencies, and scope changes; implement corrective actions as needed.
- Mentor and coach junior project managers to develop their skills and advance their careers.
- Serve as primary point of contact for customer communications, providing strategic updates and managing stakeholder expectations at the C-level.
- Optimize project management processes and systems; recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and delivery quality.
- Manage project budgets, track expenses, and ensure cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintain detailed project documentation, lessons learned, and best practices to support organizational knowledge and continuous improvement.
- 7+ years of progressive experience in project management, program management, or senior operations roles within telecommunications or managed services.
- Demonstrated expertise managing large-scale telecom and network infrastructure projects, including Ethernet, SD-WAN, GPON, and firewall deployments.
- Extensive experience coordinating with major carriers on circuit ordering, provisioning, and complex service implementations.
- Proven ability to manage project budgets, resources, and timelines for multi-million dollar initiatives.
- Experience managing multiple vendors and carrier timelines across concurrent, high-priority projects.
- Advanced proficiency with project management tools, ticketing systems, and business intelligence or reporting platforms.
- Strong leadership experience, with the ability to direct and mentor cross-functional teams.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience communicating at the executive and C-level.
- Exceptional organizational skills, strategic thinking, and attention to detail in complex environments.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to senior leadership and customers.
Preferred Skills
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification.
- Experience managing multi-site, enterprise-level business connectivity projects.
- Deep knowledge of telecom ordering processes, including ASR/LSR concepts and carrier provisioning workflows.
- Experience with Agile or hybrid project management methodologies.
- Experience in vendor management and contract negotiation.
- Track record of delivering projects ahead of schedule or under budget.
Why Join Us?
- Lead high-visibility telecom and managed services projects with direct executive and customer exposure.
- Work alongside experienced technical, engineering, and operations teams.
- Own relationships with major carriers and drive real-world infrastructure deployments.
- Shape and improve project management processes and mentor the next generation of project managers.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.