Technical Project Manager – Telecoms

About the Opportunity

A Dublin-based client is seeking a highly experienced Technical Project Manager (TPM) to lead the full end-to-end delivery of complex networking and security infrastructure projects. This position involves managing the entire project lifecycle — from planning and design through to implementation, testing, and customer handover. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional technical teams, external partners, and client stakeholders, ensuring that all projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and to high technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the planning, coordination, and execution of technical infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with internal engineers and architects to define project scope, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Oversee procurement processes for networking and security equipment.
• Manage project risks, budget constraints, scheduling, and scope changes.
• Serve as the main liaison between customers, internal teams, and third-party vendors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive alignment across stakeholders through regular progress updates, steering meetings, and reporting.
• Guide and motivate project contributors (internal and external) to ensure project milestones are met.
• Participate in initial deployment, configuration, and integration activities as needed.
• Identify and flag new commercial opportunities during ongoing engagements.

About You

Key Requirements

• 8+ years of proven experience leading IT or telecoms infrastructure projects, preferably in customer-facing environments.
• Demonstrated success managing delivery of high-impact projects under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Strong technical knowledge of networking components such as switches, routers, firewalls, and common protocols (e.g., IP, 4G/5G).
• Practical experience with hands-on deployment, system integration, and supporting engineers during implementation phases.
• Skilled in producing and reviewing technical documentation and network diagrams (e.g., using Microsoft Visio).
• Familiarity with data centre environments including structured cabling, racking, and power distribution.
• Experience working with enterprise and carrier-grade hardware from vendors such as Cisco, IBM, HP, Checkpoint, F5, etc.
• Strong vendor and third-party management experience, particularly within mobile network environments.
• Up-to-date awareness of telecoms and networking technologies, standards, and customer expectations.
• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to manage diverse technical teams.
• Comfortable working on-site with clients and open to short-notice travel within the Dublin area.
• Full, clean driving license is required.

Technical & Software Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Visio.
• Deep understanding of network security principles and architecture.
• Able to support and collaborate effectively with engineers during delivery phases.