Senior Network Project Manager

Location: Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 (Onsite Hybrid)

Duration: 12+ months

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with strong Telecom and Technical background to manage and deliver complex network and technology programs. The role involves coordinating with multiple cross?functional teams, tracking execution, managing risks, and ensuring timely delivery of telecom/network initiatives with high quality and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities
Project & Program Management
Lead multiple concurrent projects across telecom, network, and IT domains
Coordinate with engineering, operations, vendors, and business teams to collect status and dependencies
Plan and conduct daily stand?ups, weekly reviews, and executive status meetings
Create and maintain:
Detailed project plans
Milestone schedules
RAID logs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies)
Drive follow?ups, issue resolution, and decision tracking
Prepare and present status reports, dashboards, and leadership updates
Ensure project delivery within scope, timeline, and quality standards

Telecom Domain & Network Management
Understand end?to?end telecom architecture, including:
Access, core, and transport networks
Call flows and signaling
Work with telecom teams on:
Network configurations
Integrations and upgrades
Capacity and traffic planning
Analyze and track key telecom KPIs, including:
Traffic patterns
Call drops
Access and latency issues
Network performance metrics
Collaborate with OSS/BSS teams to monitor operational performance
Support initiatives involving:
Packet brokers
Core network elements (advantage)
Virtualized and cloud?based networks
Understand networking fundamentals:
Packet loss, jitter, latency
IP networking, routing, and servers

Technical & Software Collaboration
Work closely with technical teams using:
Unix/Linux environments
Networking and monitoring tools
Execute basic analysis using:
Unix commands
PuTTY
DBeaver or similar database tools
Understand API?based integrations and data flows
Support automation or analytics initiatives using:
Python or other scripting languages
Data analysis tools
Create reports and dashboards using:
Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, macros)
Google Sheets
Google Slides / PowerPoint

Stakeholder & Vendor Management
Act as a single point of contact for project stakeholders
Manage vendor coordination, deliverables, and timelines
Ensure clear communication between technical and non?technical teams
Escalate risks and blockers proactively with solution options

Required Skills & Qualifications
Must?Have
6 12+ years of experience in Project Management within Telecom / Network / Technology domains
Strong understanding of:
Telecom architecture and KPIs
Networking fundamentals
Proven experience managing cross?functional teams
Excellent communication and reporting skills
Advanced proficiency in Excel and reporting tools

Technical Skills
Unix/Linux commands
PuTTY, DBeaver, or similar tools
API concepts and integrations
Python or scripting exposure
Knowledge of OSS/BSS systems
Good to Have
Experience with:
Core network projects
Packet brokers
Cloud architecture and virtual networks
Exposure to:
Capacity planning
Network automation
PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or Scrum certification

Soft Skills
Strong ownership and accountability
Ability to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities
Structured problem?solving mindset
Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills

Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecom, or related field
MBA or Project Management certification is an added advantage