Manager - Fixed Network Project Delivery.Bayobab at MTN

Job Description

Mission / Core Purpose of the Job:

• We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of complex subsea cable connectivity and terrestrial fibre infrastructure projects.
• The role requires deep knowledge of international fibre networks, terrestrial construction, permitting, and stakeholder management across technical, regulatory, and commercial domains. 
• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multi-disciplinary teams, vendors, and stakeholders through all phases of the project lifecycle—from feasibility and planning through to implementation, testing, and handover. 

Key Performance Areas:

• The Manager, Fixed Network Project delivery key responsibilities include: 
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of subsea cable landing projects and associated terrestrial fibre builds, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives. 
• Manage full project lifecycle activities including scope, budget, schedule, risk, quality, and resource management. 
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, Gantt charts, milestone tracking, and project reporting dashboards. 
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including network engineering, legal, finance, operations, vendors, local authorities, and marine contractors. 
• Oversee route survey, permitting, route engineering, and cable installation activities. 
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and safety requirements for both subsea and terrestrial works. 
• Drive contract and vendor management, including RFPs, negotiations, SLAs, and performance oversight. 
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, provide regular project updates, and manage executive reporting. 
• Identify and proactively manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation and contingency strategies. 
• Champion continuous improvement, standardisation, and best practices in subsea and fibre infrastructure delivery. 

Job Requirements:

Education: 

• Minimum B.Tech/B.Eng. /B.Sc. Computer Science or similar. 
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent Project Management certification will be an advantage. 

Experience: 

• 5+ years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in subsea or terrestrial fibre optic cable infrastructure. 
• Demonstrated success managing large, complex, and multi-stakeholder projects. 
• Deep understanding of fibre network architecture, route acquisition, ROW, permitting, and construction logistics. 
• Experience in cross-border projects, particularly in jurisdictions with complex regulatory frameworks: 

Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. 
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. 
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, Jira, etc.). 
• Financial acumen for budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. 
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities in dynamic environments. 

Desirable: 

• Familiarity with terrestrial telecom deployments in urban and rural settings. 
• Multilingual abilities or experience in international project delivery. 

Collaboration:

• In a typical fibre network infrastructure project – whether terrestrial or subsea - the stakeholders span technical, regulatory, commercial, and operational domains. Below is a breakdown of the key internal and external stakeholders: 

Key internal stakeholders: 

• Network Engineering and Planning Team 
• Operations and Maintenance Teams 
• Legal and Regulatory Affairs 
• Finance / Procurement 
• Executive Leadership / C-Suite 
• IT / Systems Integration Team 
• Sales and Commercial Teams 

Key external stakeholders:    

• Construction and Civil Engineering Contactors 
• Equipment Vendors and Suppliers 
• Government and Municipal Authorities 
• Regulatory Bodies / Telecoms Regulators 
• Landowners and Landlords 
• Utility Companies / Infrastructure Providers 
• Marina Survey and Cable Installation Companies (for subsea projects) 
• Customers 
• Community Representatives / Environmental Groups 

Apply Before 08/12/2025