Project Manager - TELECOM

Job Description

About Ceragon:

Ceragon (NASDAQ: CRNT) is the global innovator and leading solutions provider of end-to-end wireless connectivity, specializing in transport, access, and AI-powered managed & professional services. Through our commitment to excellence, we empower customers to elevate operational efficiency and enrich the quality of experience for their end users.

Our customers include service providers, utilities, public safety organizations, government agencies, energy companies, and more, who rely on our wireless expertise and cutting-edge solutions for 5G & 4G broadband wireless connectivity, mission-critical services, and an array of applications that harness our ultra-high reliability and speed. Ceragon solutions are deployed by more than 600 service providers, as well as more than 1,600 private network owners, in more than 130 countries.

Through our innovative, end-to-end solutions, covering hardware, software, and managed & professional services, we enable our customers to embrace the future of wireless technology with confidence, shaping the next generation of connectivity and service delivery. Ceragon delivers extremely reliable, fast to deploy, high-capacity wireless solutions for a wide range of communication network use cases, optimized to lower TCO through minimal use of spectrum, power, real estate, and labor resources - driving simple, quick, and cost-effective network modernization and positioning Ceragon as a leading solutions provider for the “connectivity everywhere” era.

The Telecom Project Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end project execution for telecommunication deployments, with a focus on projects executed in Argentina. This role involves direct interaction with clients to define priorities, scope, and delivery timelines while ensuring adherence to the triple constraint: cost, quality, and time.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in managing telecom infrastructure projects, excellent organizational and communication skills, and strong experience handling cross-functional stakeholders. The Project Manager will oversee the planning and execution of complex network rollout activities, coordinate internal and external teams, and ensure all deliverables meet contractual and operational expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle from planning to closure, ensuring delivery within budget, timeline, and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project plans, Gantt charts, risk registers, and progress dashboards.
• Track project financials and ensure alignment with allocated budgets.
• Ensure compliance with contract deliverables and service-level agreements.
• Act as the primary liaison with clients to capture requirements, define priorities, and address issues.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams (engineering, operations, finance) and external partners.
• Provide regular updates and reports to internal leadership and clients.
• Coordinate activities with cross-functional internal teams and external subcontractors.
• Lead project meetings, status reviews, and risk mitigation sessions.
• Ensure team alignment to project goals, scope, and timelines.
• Oversee project activities involving wireless transmission systems, with a focus on microwave technologies.
• Support in defining technical scopes and understanding feasibility aspects of deployments.

Job Requirements

Required Skills & Competencies

• Leadership & Decision-Making: Proven ability to drive complex telecom projects to successful completion.
• Client Management: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage demanding customer relationships.
• Project Methodology: Deep understanding of PMI or Agile methodologies, with hands-on experience managing schedules, costs, risks, and quality.
• Technical Expertise: Knowledge of microwave networks and telecom infrastructure.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying and resolving issues that may affect project success.
• Communication: Fluent in Spanish; intermediate or advanced English preferred.
• Flexibility & Travel: Available to travel to Argentina up to twice per month.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in telecom project management.
• Hands-on experience working with microwave transmission projects is required.
• Advanced proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint).
• PMP or similar certification is a plus.