Project Manager, Telecommunications

Company Profile 

At Sand Cherry Associates, we excel in the design and delivery of strategic customer-centric initiatives through digitally native, data-empowered solutions.  Our client’s confidence in us is centered on exceptionally skilled, high-energy talent working with the support of the full Sand Cherry team.  Finding the right match for this role is a critical aspect of continuing that success.  

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to help lead a highly visible, critical telecom program focused on delivering automation across engineering activities. This individual will drive program execution, coordinate cross-functional stakeholders, and support the delivery of innovative technical solutions across operations, engineering, and software development environments. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in telecom or cable operations, software development, and technical program delivery, along with financial acumen and exceptional executive communication skills. This role requires a confident, adaptable leader who can quickly learn complex engineering concepts, navigate ambiguity, and drive results in a fast-paced environment. This is a remote opportunity. All qualified candidates must be authorized to work without visa sponsorship or visa transfers. Please note that we do not work C2C.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the delivery of a critical program focused on automating engineering activities and processes.
• Manage program scope, timelines, milestones, dependencies, risks, and deliverables across multiple workstreams.
• Partner with engineering, software development, and operations teams to ensure alignment and successful execution.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise communications for senior executives and business stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain executive-level presentations, program updates, financial models, and strategic recommendations.
• Monitor program financials, budgets, business cases, and financial models to support informed decision-making.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, operational efficiency, and engineering automation.
• Quickly develop an understanding of new engineering concepts, technical architectures, and hardware-related terminology to effectively lead program discussions and decisions.
• Proactively identify risks, remove obstacles, and drive accountability across cross-functional teams.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and maintain momentum across a highly visible and strategically important initiative.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of proven experience leading complex technical programs or projects within the telecommunications, cable, software development, or technology operations industries.
• Previous experience delivering new technical programs, engineering initiatives, or automation-related projects.
• Strong understanding of operational processes, software development environments, and technical program delivery.
• Demonstrated financial acumen, including experience working with financial models, budgets, business cases, and program economics.
• Exceptional PowerPoint and executive presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively.
• Strong executive presence and confidence interacting with senior leadership.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to unfamiliar technical concepts, including hardware, engineering, and architecture terminology.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
• Highly detail-oriented, proactive, persistent, and results-driven, with the ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments.
• Demonstrated curiosity, adaptability, confidence, and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams, drive accountability, and maintain execution momentum without direct authority.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.

Compensation

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Sand Cherry Associates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. This is a long term consulting engagement with expected salary range of $100,000-$120,000. Years of experience, level of education, geographic location, unique skills/qualifications for the specific role and potential certifications can be key factors in the final compensation for this role.

Benefits

Our team is unique — we are passionate about what we do. At Sand Cherry, our Consultants know they are impacting and shaping our clients’ industries. We recognize our employees for their contributions. Our culture is one of the most friendly and communicative in the consulting industry. Sand Cherry is not a top-heavy organization. We offer the opportunity to be part of a digital workforce. Discover the experience that only comes with self-responsibility in the workplace. Our team members manage their own workloads and are expected to deliver exceptional work for our clients. Professional career growth is one of our main priorities, as we affirm that investing in our Consultants and empowering our people will also deliver the best results and value for our clients.