Project Manager

Company Description

Procept Associates Professional Services Limited (Procept Africa) is a franchisee of Procept Associates Ltd, Canada. We specialize in consulting, training, and solutions, through a network of associates and partners, using best practice frameworks in Canada, Nigeria, South Africa, Zambia, Ghana, Rwanda, Kenya and now Uganda.

The Project Manager is responsible for the planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of assigned projects. The role ensures that project objectives are achieved within agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards while effectively managing risks, resources, and stakeholders. The Project Manager serves as the client’s representative and primary point of accountability for project delivery, coordinating cross-functional teams and third-party vendors to achieve project goals.

Job Description

Project Planning & Execution

• Agree project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria with clients and stakeholders.
• Understand client requirements and align project plans accordingly.
• Agree on project timescales, costs, and resource requirements.
• Lead project planning, execution, and delivery across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans for each stage of the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress to ensure timelines, costs, and quality standards are met.
• Use IT tools to track tasks, resources, and progress effectively.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Select, recruit, and lead project teams, including specialists and sub-contractors.
• Organize and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver project objectives.
• Monitor performance of sub-contractors to ensure adherence to project guidelines and standards.
• Provide independent advice on project management and execution strategies.

Risk, Quality & Financial Management

• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation plans.
• Ensure all project objectives and quality standards are achieved.
• Manage accounting, costing, and billing activities related to the project.
• Track resource utilization and optimize efficiency and performance.

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Represent the client’s interests across all project activities.
• Negotiate with contractors and suppliers for materials and services.
• Report regularly on project progress to all stakeholders, including clients, senior management, and executive committees (e.g., MTN CI CODIR).
• Escalate project risks, issues, and deviations as required.

Qualifications

• Fluency in French (written and spoken) is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or related field.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is a plus.
• Minimum 6–10 years of experience managing complex projects.
• Proven experience in IT, RAN & Microwave, FTTH & Fiber Optics, and/or Facilities projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PMI, PRINCE2, Agile).
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Trello, or equivalent).
• Budgeting, resource planning, and financial management skills.
• Risk assessment and mitigation planning capabilities.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and client representation skills.
• Strong communication, reporting, and negotiation skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivery quality.