JOB DESCRIPTION 

RESPONSIBILITIES 
  • Manage end to end project management and delivery (Initiation, Planning, Implementation, Quality Control & Reporting, Documentation & Closure) of assigned projects and in line with overall business goals
  • Create Project Initiation Documents and detailed Project plans including project objectives, key deliverables, project schedules, budgets and cost tracking for the Technical team on assigned capital projects.
  • Document and analyze potential project risks, barriers and obstacles as well as define appropriate mitigating plans to enable timely avoidance/ resolution.
  • Develop processes and procedures required for the implementation of Data Centre and other capital projects.
  • Vendor engagement and management as needed per project to ensure technical competence, accurate quotations and assist in negotiations to keep costs within budget.
  • Liaise with Data Centre operations team in the deployment of New Data Centre and expansion Projects.
  • Research new technology solutions to support customer’s needs and support in their procurement and deployment.
  • Provide technical information and support to other units in line with business efforts (Commercial and Legal teams).
  • Document Management of hard copy and soft copy for all Capital Projects implemented. This will include SharePoint management and archiving.
  • Coordinate technical team reporting to management including creation, collation and edition of Shareholders’reports, business and lenders’ reports as needed by the business on technical projects.
  • Mentor junior project team members in providing direction and on tasks/projects, necessary motivation required for teamwork and continuous performance. Assist with skills acquisition and learning plans in line with business objectives.
  • Prepare technical reports and presentations on all technical capital projects to management as required.
REQUIREMENTS 
  • A First Degree in Engineering
  • Master’s Degree in Engineering or Project Management will be an added advantage.
  • A Project Management Professional (PMP) certificates required.
  • A minimum of 7 years’ work experience with hands-on Project management skills in IT/Telecoms environment
  • Good knowledge of Data Centre design and architecture will be an added advantage
  • Industry awareness and commercial acumen, great attention to detail, organization, planning and budgeting skills as well as a good knowledge of telecoms network quality standards and support infrastructure are all required.
  • Business process design and development skills, report writing skills, strong communication, negotiation and persuasive skills are also required for this role.
  • Candidate must also possess a strong ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
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