Director, Technical Project Delivery

Position Overview

We are seeking a Director of Technical Project Delivery to lead the execution of complex telecommunications infrastructure programs across multiple markets. This role is responsible for driving the successful delivery of network deployment initiatives, including gateway implementation, transport connectivity, network integration, activation, testing, and operational readiness activities.

The ideal candidate will combine deep technical knowledge with strong program leadership capabilities to coordinate cross-functional engineering, operations, vendor, and partner teams. This individual will oversee technical delivery teams, manage program risk, drive integration and readiness activities, and ensure alignment between deployment objectives and broader network strategy.

As a senior leader, you will serve as a key interface between engineering, operations, program management, and executive leadership while ensuring technical excellence, execution discipline, and network readiness across a rapidly evolving telecommunications environment.

Key Responsibilities

Own the portfolio of technical programs associated with gateway deployment, transport connectivity, network integration, and service activation across multiple markets

Establish and maintain technical delivery plans aligned with partner commitments, network deployment schedules, and strategic roadmap objectives

Resolve technical dependencies and trade-offs across radio access, transport, core network, gateway, and user equipment domains

Approve technical delivery baselines, mitigation plans, recovery plans, and readiness milestones

Build, lead, mentor, and develop a team of technical project managers and delivery professionals

Establish quality standards for technical planning, testing evidence, documentation, reporting, and operational readiness reviews

Support recruitment, onboarding, development, and performance management of technical delivery personnel

Coordinate end-to-end integration activities and functional testing efforts with engineering and validation teams

Ensure technical readiness requirements are met for key deployment milestones, launch activities, and operational transitions

Support field trials, beta programs, system validation efforts, and service readiness activities

Lead deployment activities including site readiness, infrastructure implementation, equipment installation, activation, and operational handoff processes

Coordinate equipment logistics, inventory management, vendor deliverables, and implementation schedules

Oversee technical delivery performance of contractors, vendors, and system integration partners

Partner with program management teams to ensure technical execution remains aligned with business objectives and external commitments

Monitor portfolio-level technical performance indicators, deployment metrics, and operational readiness measurements

Lead investigations and root-cause analysis efforts for complex technical issues spanning multiple technology domains

Present technical status, risks, mitigation strategies, and recovery plans to executive leadership and key stakeholders

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Network Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Master's degree in Telecommunications, Network Architecture, Systems Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field preferred

Experience:

Minimum 12 years of experience in telecommunications engineering, network deployment, technical delivery, systems integration, or technical program management

Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing technical project, engineering, or delivery teams

Proven success delivering large-scale telecommunications infrastructure programs across multiple technology domains

Experience managing complex multi-vendor environments and cross-functional technical organizations

Experience supporting network deployment, service activation, integration, testing, and operational readiness initiatives

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting satellite communications, next-generation wireless networks, or large-scale telecommunications infrastructure programs

Experience working with mobile network operators, telecommunications service providers, equipment manufacturers, or systems integrators

Knowledge of non-terrestrial network architectures and satellite-terrestrial integration concepts

Experience with cloud-native networking technologies, virtualization platforms, and software-defined networking environments

Familiarity with telecommunications standards, network architecture documentation, and systems integration methodologies

Experience supporting live network launches, field trials, beta programs, and large-scale operational deployments

PMP, PgMP, or other relevant project and program management certifications

Soft Skills:

Strong executive presence and leadership capabilities

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strong technical judgment and decision-making abilities

Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship-building skills

Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and problem-solving abilities

Ability to lead cross-functional teams through complex technical challenges

Strategic mindset combined with strong execution and delivery focus

Ability to mentor and develop high-performing technical teams

Technology Stack:

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Jira

Confluence

Technical documentation and requirements management platforms

Network testing and validation tools

Network performance monitoring and reporting platforms

Simulation, laboratory testing, and integration environments

Cloud-native networking technologies

Software-defined networking solutions

Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods

Ability to participate in technical reviews, executive presentations, readiness meetings, and cross-functional collaboration sessions

Ability to travel approximately 20% as business needs require

Ability to work within network operations centers, data centers, laboratories, and deployment environments as needed

Ability to coordinate activities with partners, vendors, and teams operating across multiple time zones

Ability to review technical documentation, deployment plans, test reports, and operational readiness artifacts

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.