Telecom/Telephony Project Manager

long term Contract //Calgary, AB OR Edmonton, AB, Toronto, ON//Canada . Please share resumes to Amarjeet.Kumar@akkodisgroup.com

Role: Telecom/Telephony Project Manager
Calgary, AB OR Edmonton, AB, Toronto, ON
Contract

Telecom/Telephony Project Manager – 10+ years of experience – (Onsite)
NOTE- We don’t need telecom PM but need telecom SME

A Telecom/Telephony Project Manager (PM) typically needs a blend of technical knowledge, project management expertise, and industry-specific experience. Here’s a breakdown of the key skillsets that are valuable for this role:
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Telecom/Telephony Domain Knowledge
• Telecom Infrastructure: Understanding of fiber optics, wireless networks, VoIP, PBX systems, SIP trunking, and mobile technologies.
• Network Protocols: Familiarity with TCP/IP, MPLS, LTE/5G, and other communication protocols.
• Carrier Services: Experience working with telecom carriers (e.g., provisioning circuits, managing SLAs).
• Telephony Systems: Knowledge of enterprise telephony platforms like Cisco Call Manager, Avaya, Microsoft Teams Voice, etc.
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Project Management Skills
• Methodologies: Proficiency in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches.
• Planning & Scheduling: Strong skills in creating project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks specific to telecom deployments.
• Budgeting & Cost Control: Managing telecom project budgets, vendor contracts, and cost optimization.
• Stakeholder Management: Communicating effectively with technical teams, vendors, and business stakeholders.
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Technical & Tool Proficiency
• Project Tools: MS Project, Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, or similar.
• Telecom Tools: Wireshark, network monitoring tools, telecom billing systems.
• Documentation: Creating technical documentation, network diagrams, and change management records.
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Soft Skills
• Communication: Translating technical jargon into business language for stakeholders.
• Leadership: Leading cross-functional teams and driving accountability.
• Problem-Solving: Navigating complex telecom issues and coordinating resolution.
• Negotiation: Handling vendor contracts and service agreements.
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Certifications (Optional but Valuable)
• PMP or PRINCE2 – Project management certification.
• ITIL – For service management in telecom environments.
• CCNA/CCNP or equivalent – For deeper network understanding.
• Avaya/Cisco/Microsoft certifications – For telephony systems