VP - Program Management (Telecom)

We are seeking an experienced Vice President - Program Management to lead large-scale initiatives. This strategic leadership role will oversee complex programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in telecom infrastructure, digital transformation, and cross-functional program execution.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the program management strategy for telecom/technology initiatives.
• Establish governance frameworks, KPIs, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure program success.
• Align programs with corporate goals, regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of mission-critical programs, from planning and execution to monitoring and closure.
• Ensure seamless collaboration across business units (IT, Product, Operations, Finance, Legal) to drive cohesive execution.
• Mitigate risks, resolve escalations, and maintain accountability for program timelines, budgets, and quality.
• Drive agile and hybrid methodologies to optimize delivery efficiency.
• Optimize resource allocation, vendor contracts, and procurement processes.
• Implement continuous improvement practices to enhance scalability and performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in telecom project management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record in managing end-to-end large-scale telecom projects.
• Strong understanding of telecom technologies (e.g., LTE/5G, fiber networks, VoIP, OSS/BSS platforms).
• PMP, Prince2, or Agile certification highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing of large-scale projects and complex vendor relationships.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Ability to lead under pressure and navigate ambiguity.
• Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and decision-making abilities.
• Tech-savvy and results-driven mindset.

We apologies that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more details, please feel free to ping me for a chat or send me an email at hfong@captarpartners.com📩Please let me know if you have any referrals or if you are interested in the role.