Technical Project Manager

Further Enterprise Solutions (www.furtherllc.com) is a leading source of technical engineering, end-to-end turnkey solutions, and software development services in the rapidly expanding telecom industry. Founded in 2002 by wireless industry veterans, FES has grown to become a trusted partner, delivering innovative solutions for Tier 1 telecommunications providers and equipment manufacturers. FES is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA with branch offices throughout the U.S. and Canada, offering rapid response and a local presence for our clients and their teams!

Job Title: Technical Project Manager

Location: Plano, TX

Expected duration: 12 months

Description: Responsibilities include:
• E2E Development Program Manager for the Wireless Network customers
• Manages the customer deliverables to meet customer expectations
• Lead and manage new product and SW feature/package development and implementation for wireless customers
• Manages the strategy, planning and scheduling of day to day activities and support of the projects and activities assigned to complete them effectively and efficiently for customers
• Manages the resources (resources and equipment) for projects and activities to complete them successfully
• Manages the risk and risk mitigation implementation to minimize impacts to the customers
• Direct interface and communications for internal teams, management and external customers
• Manages the status reporting to internal teams, management and customers
Skillset Required:
• Plan, organize, and prioritize assignments to meet tight schedule - very detailed, goal driven, and achievement oriented
• Technical knowledge in 4G and 5G wireless networks
• Ability to work, manage and prioritize expectations from multiple external and internal customers
• Capability to clearly communicate with peers, team members, management and customers on status, plans, risks and critical issues
• Comfortable with making quick/key decisions and then taking responsibility to push forward
• Ability to manage and bring together a team from multiple groups to achieve goals and meet/exceed customer expectations
• Capability to work with minimum supervision required - highly motivated and self-driven
• Excellent skills in Microsoft and other Project Management Tools
• Able to critically evaluate and question data
• Ability to think and move quickly with limited information
• Comfortable with a highly dynamic and changing work environment
• Positive attitude and persistence are key to success in this role
• Competitive, strong desire to “win”
• Quarterly domestic travel
Experience & Education Requirements:
• Engineering or Management Undergrad Degree from an accredited university (advanced degree is a plus)
• Minimum 8 years in Project/Product Management related activities
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Networks and/or Telecommunications Projects
• Previously management of wireless new product and/or SW package development and delivery for a major operator
• Experience with developing and implementing Project Management benchmarks and best practices
• Strong background in 4G and 5G networks in wireless technologies
• Background in managing multiple projects and/or activities simultaneously
• Experience in developing and managing outside vendors
• Experience working and coordinating activities from multiple groups
• In-direct Personnel Management experience