Senior Network Project Manager

Senior Network Project Manager

Location: Basking Ridge, NJ Work Mode: Hybrid

We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Project Manager with a strong Telecom and Technical background to lead and manage complex network and technology programs. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating cross-functional teams, managing project execution, tracking risks and dependencies, and ensuring successful delivery of telecom and network initiatives within timelines and quality standards.

The role requires strong expertise in telecom/network operations, stakeholder management, reporting, and technical collaboration across enterprise-scale environments.

Project & Program Management

• Lead and manage multiple concurrent telecom, network, and IT projects.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, vendors, and business stakeholders to track project progress and dependencies.
• Conduct daily stand-ups, weekly reviews, governance calls, and executive status meetings.
• Develop and maintain:
  • Detailed project plans
  • Milestone schedules
  • RAID logs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies)
  • Status dashboards and executive reports
• Drive issue resolution, escalation management, and decision tracking.
• Ensure project delivery within scope, timeline, budget, and quality standards.
• Monitor project KPIs and provide regular updates to leadership teams.

• Work closely with telecom and network engineering teams to support:
  • Network configurations
  • Integrations
  • Upgrades
  • Capacity and traffic planning
• Understand end-to-end telecom architecture including:
  • Access networks
  • Core networks
  • Transport networks
  • Call flows and signaling
• Analyze and track telecom/network KPIs such as:
  • Traffic patterns
  • Call drops
  • Latency
  • Packet loss
  • Jitter
  • Network performance metrics
• Collaborate with OSS/BSS teams to monitor operational health and performance.
• Support projects related to:
  • Packet brokers
  • Core network elements
  • Cloud and virtualized networks

• Collaborate with technical teams working in Unix/Linux environments.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and analysis using:
  • Unix/Linux commands
  • PuTTY
  • DBeaver or similar database tools
• Understand API integrations, data flows, and system interactions.
• Support automation and analytics initiatives using Python or scripting technologies.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations using:
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel
  • Google Sheets
  • PowerPoint / Google Slides

• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders.
• Manage vendor deliverables, timelines, and coordination activities.
• Facilitate communication between technical and business teams.
• Proactively identify and escalate risks, blockers, and mitigation strategies.

Must-Have Skills

• 6–12 years of Project Management experience in Telecom, Network, or Technology environments.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Telecom architecture
  • Network operations
  • Telecom KPIs
  • Networking fundamentals
• Proven experience managing cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.

• Unix/Linux commands
• Networking fundamentals (IP networking, routing, latency, packet loss, jitter)
• PuTTY, DBeaver, or similar tools
• API concepts and integrations
• Python or scripting exposure
• OSS/BSS systems knowledge

• Experience with:
  • Core network projects
  • Packet brokers
  • Capacity planning
  • Network automation
  • Cloud and virtual network architecture
• Certifications such as:
  • PMP
  • PRINCE2
  • Agile/Scrum

• Strong ownership and accountability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and ambiguity
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong stakeholder communication and negotiation abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related field.
• MBA or Project Management certification is a plus.