Telco Project Director

No.1 - Project delivery experience in UAE Market in RAN domain

No. 2 - Experience with e&(it was called Etisalat)

No. 3 - Target company Nokia, Huawei, or Ericsson or other operators

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the end-to-end lifecycle of RAN projects, ensuring all aspects of project planning, execution, and delivery meet the required standards.

Establish project goals, timelines, and budgets, and ensure that project milestones are achieved as planned.

Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, technical experts, and external partners to deliver RAN solutions (LTE, 5G, vRAN, etc.).

Provide strategic direction to ensure the successful integration of RAN technologies into customer networks.

Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, maintaining strong relationships and providing regular project updates.

Manage customer expectations and ensure that solutions align with their requirements, driving customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

Act as a liaison between internal teams and customers, ensuring alignment on project goals, timelines, and technical solutions.

Handle high-level escalations and resolve issues in a timely manner.

Proactively identify project risks and issues, and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact.

Ensure timely resolution of problems, keeping all stakeholders informed of progress and solutions.

Monitor and control project scope to avoid scope creep and ensure all deliverables are met on time and within the allocated budget.

Project Execution & Resource Management

Manage project resources, including budget, personnel, and equipment, ensuring optimal utilization and efficiency.

Oversee the planning and coordination of deployment, integration, and optimization phases of RAN projects.

Ensure that all technical documentation, project plans, and reports are created, maintained, and aligned with internal and customer requirements.

Quality Assurance & Compliance :

Ensure that RAN projects adhere to 2quality standards, industry best practices, and customer-specific requirements.

Oversee the testing and acceptance processes to ensure that RAN solutions meet or exceed performance expectations.

Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements throughout the project.

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project managers, engineers, and other technical staff, providing guidance and support to achieve project objectives.

Foster a collaborative and productive working environment, ensuring strong team dynamics and performance.

Provide regular training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.

Monitor project performance through regular tracking of KPIs, providing clear and actionable reports to senior management and stakeholders.

Analyze post-project performance and implement improvements to optimize future project execution and delivery.

Continuously identify areas for process improvement within the project management lifecycle.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Relevant certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, Prince2, Agile / Scrum) are highly desirable.

10+ years of experience in the telecom industry, with at least 5 years in a senior project management role specifically related to RAN (Radio Access Networks).

Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale RAN projects (2G / 3G / 4G / 5G, vRAN) for telecom operators.

Experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams and working in cross-functional environments.

In-depth understanding of RAN technologies, including LTE, 5G NR, C-RAN, vRAN, and radio frequency planning.

Strong leadership, organizational, and team management skills, with the ability to drive project success and manage stakeholder relationships effectively.

Expertise in project planning, risk management, and resource allocation.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.

Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana, etc.).

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Project Management

Telecommunications

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