Project Manager – IPDWDMICT Networks

Job Title

Project Manager IP/DWDM/ICT Networks

Role Purpose

To plan execute and deliver complex network infrastructure projects including IP/MPLS DWDM/OTN and ICT systems within scope budget and schedule ensuring full alignment with business objectives quality standards and security requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Lead end-to-end project delivery for IP core transport (DWDM/OTN) and ICT network deployments.
• Define project scope goals deliverables and detailed implementation plans.
• Manage timelines dependencies risks and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with engineering operations and vendor teams for seamless execution.

Technical Coordination

• Oversee design installation and integration of IP DWDM/OTN and ICT systems.
• Review network architecture capacity and performance requirements.
• Ensure proper acceptance testing (FAT SAT PAT) and documentation handover.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with equipment suppliers system integrators and service providers.
• Facilitate technical and commercial alignment across multi-vendor environments.
• Conduct project progress meetings and report status to senior management.

Budget & Compliance

• Prepare and control project budgets cost estimates and financial forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance HSE cybersecurity and regulatory requirements.
• Manage procurement BoQs and contract deliverables (SLAs KPIs).

Risk & Quality Management

• Identify risks and develop mitigation and contingency plans.
• Maintain quality control through all project phases.
• Conduct lessons-learned reviews to improve project delivery maturity.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelors degree in Telecommunications Engineering Electrical/Electronics Computer Engineering or related field.
• Masters degree or PMP/PRINCE2 certification is a strong plus.

Experience

• 8‑15 years of experience in telecom / ICT infrastructure project management.
• Proven experience delivering IP/MPLS DWDM/OTN Fiber Transport and ICT (Data Center Cloud or Cybersecurity) projects.
• Hands-on understanding of technologies such as:
  • IP/MPLS routing & switching
  • DWDM/OTN transmission systems
  • Network management systems (NMS/EMS)
  • LAN/WAN & cybersecurity
  • Data center / virtualization platforms

Certifications (Preferred)

• PMP / PRINCE2
• CCNP / JNCIP / Nokia IP Certification
• DWDM/Optical transport vendor certifications

Key Skills

• Strong understanding of IP optical transport and ICT technologies
• Excellent stakeholder management and vendor coordination
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Budgeting cost control and contract management
• Familiarity with enterprise project tools (MS Project Primavera Jira)
• Effective communication and leadership abilities
• Fluency in English (Arabic is an advantage)

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time project delivery (Schedule Adherence %)
• Budget compliance (Cost Variance %)
• Network uptime & service KPIs post-handover
• Quality & safety compliance scores
• Stakeholder satisfaction