This is a hybrid contract opportunity for a Program Manager circuit/engineering background based in Richardson, TX , with onsite presence required Tuesday–Thursday .
This role supports a large-scale telecom network operations and engineering program , overseeing daily execution and coordination across multiple technical teams. The position is ideal for an experienced telecom Project/Program Manager with a strong circuit and network engineering background, supporting complex, high-availability environments.
The standout feature of this role is the ownership of a critical telecom program with direct leadership responsibility over a team of Network Engineers . You’ll play a central role in driving execution, managing resources across a 24x6 operational model, and presenting progress to senior leadership. This opportunity offers strong visibility, the chance to influence operational strategy, and hands-on involvement with core telecom systems—making it an excellent fit for someone looking to grow their impact in large enterprise telecom programs while maintaining a balanced hybrid schedule.
Contract Duration: 6 – 12 Months (Potential for Extension)
Required Skills & Experience
· 5+ years of experience as a Telecom Project or Program Manager
· Strong background in telecom circuits and network engineering
· Experience managing and coordinating teams of Network Engineers
· Proven ability to manage program execution in operational environments
· Experience with 24x6 or 24x7 resource allocation and support models
· Strong communication skills with experience delivering leadership readouts
· Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
· Local to Richardson, TX (preferred for hybrid schedule)
Desired Skills & Experience
· Experience supporting Tier-1 wireless carrier environments
· Familiarity with telecom operational and engineering tools (BGW, CCP, Canvas, or similar systems)
· Experience working in fast-paced, high-availability network environments
What You Will Be Doing
You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end execution of a telecom program, overseeing a team of Network Engineers, coordinating resources, and ensuring operational objectives are met. This includes leadership reporting, scheduling, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration to support network performance and reliability.
Tech Breakdown
· 40% Program & Operational Management
· 30% Network Engineering Oversight & Coordination
· 20% Telecom Systems & Tools (BGW, CCP, Canvas, etc.)
· 10% Reporting, Metrics & Process Improvement
Daily Responsibilities
· 50% Program Execution & Team Oversight
· 25% Leadership Communication & Readouts
· 15% Resource Planning & Scheduling (24x6 Operations)
· 10% Cross-Team Collaboration & Issue Resolution