Program Director - Telecommunications

Job Type: Contract
Posted: over 6 years ago
Contact: Colby Zurlini
Discipline:
Reference: 176089_1502353060

Our client, a leader in the Telecommunications industry, have an opportunity available for a Program Director on a permanent basis. The person will be responsible for with proven experience delivering large scale Telco Build/Construction programs for large enterprise clients. This is a high-profile position managing a team of like-minded professionals.

Responsibilities:

  • Initiate and set goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization
  • Plan the programs from start to completion involving deadlines, milestones and processes
  • Develop or approve budgets and operations
  • Supervise all program and project managers involved to provide feedback and resolve complex problems
  • Apply change, risk and resource management principles when needed
  • Ensure program operations and activities adhere to legal guidelines and internal policies
  • Keep senior management informed with detailed and accurate reports or presentations

Requirements:

  • Minimum 10 years Telecommunications experience / managing telco projects - RAN, Networks, Rollouts, LTE
  • Proven experience as program director within programs of $50m+
  • Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods
  • Excellent Knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics
  • A business acumen with a strategic ability
  • Excellent organizational and leadership skills
  • An analytical mindset with great problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication skills

Please submit CV in WORD format ONLY or please email any questions direct to Colby.zurlini@peoplebank.com.au