Network Project and Implementation Manager

Are you a strategic, detail driven project leader with a passion for building networks that connect people? Join our Networks team as a Network Project and Implementation Manager in Tshwane, where you'll drive the planning, coordination and delivery of transmission link implementations across the business.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on managing complex, cross functional projects and building strong supplier relationships while keeping every implementation on time, in scope and within budget.

What you'll do:

• Build and manage relationships with external suppliers and vendors
• Manage communication between internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Facilitate the implementation process of all transmission links
• Manage the order and approval process for new services
• Establish implementation management processes and tracking mechanisms
• Ensure internal and external deadlines are met for cross functional implementations
• Act as the main point of contact for Technology and Operations on new transmission or increased capacity requirements
• Continuously review capacity, supplier performance and pricing across transmission routes
• Recommend self build options where supply is limited or unreliable
• Manage cross functional projects, ensuring team tactics align with project deliverables
• Track project statuses, dependencies and risks, optimising resource and time allocation
• Facilitate cross functional alignment between technology, systems and operations through the MOS and partnership agreements
• Consolidate functional reporting and tracking on projects
• Manage contract administration, including expirations, renewals and notice periods
• Maintain the Master circuit and hosting system
• Manage and track all FTTH build projects across the full pipeline
• Manage and track FTTB (business fibre) builds
• Work daily across network and cross functional systems, using monitoring and project management tools as part of core duties

What you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field
• Project Management Diploma
• 5+ years' experience in project management, with a focus on network infrastructure and implementation
• Demonstrated experience with FTTH build projects is required
• Demonstrated experience with FTTB (business fibre) builds is required
• Working knowledge of network monitoring tools (such as Zabbix, Grafana or The Dude) and project management software (such as Smartsheet, MS Project or similar) is required
• Experience managing complex projects from initiation to completion, including planning, scheduling, risk and budget management
• Experience working with cross functional teams and managing vendor relationships
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure technologies, including LAN, WAN, VPN and cloud based networking
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise effectively
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non technical stakeholders

What we offer:

• Exposure to a dynamic workplace
• A chance to grow your skills through our internal academy
• A friendly, team-driven environment
• Group Risk Benefits
• Medical Benefits
• Health and Lifestyle Programmes

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