telecoms project manager jobs
The huge variety of projects in the Telecoms industry means that telecoms project manager jobs are in plentiful supply.
Projects range from deployment of telecoms infrastructure (eg cabling, fibre, wireless) or systems (e.g. PBX, contact centre, trading floor) to development of telecoms-specific software (eg OSS, BSS, IVR) and the development of carrier-class networks.
Client-facing nature of telecoms project manager jobs
For deployment projects, employers often want Project Managers who have experience of a particular technology, eg PBX, or even a particular vendor’s technology, eg Avaya, Nortel. Many project management jobs in Telecoms require a high-level technical understanding of the subject matter, hence many Telecoms PMs come from an engineering background.
Larger companies in Telecoms, eg carriers, often want someone from the industry as there are few other industries where the scale and complexity of projects is equivalent. As with all telecoms project management jobs, roles involve a lot of interaction with customers and thus require the ability to manage stakeholders (internal and external) at all levels.
Qualifications sought for telecoms project managment jobs
A structured approach to project management is usually expected, and knowledge of (and accreditation in) a recognised project management methodology (eg PRINCE2) is often desired. Knowledge of frameworks specific to the Telecoms industry, eg eTom, can often be an advantage.
Investment in major programmes remains strong and the demand for telecoms project manager jobs will be buoyant. Your level of remuneration will depend on whether you are working on smaller projects or larger programmes.
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