Project Manager Fibre Grid Network

Project Planning & Execution:

• Lead the development and execution of the detailed project plan, aligning with RFP timelines and milestones.
• Manage the route survey, geo-tagging of assets and submission of design documents.
• Ensure timely procurement, delivery and installation of materials as per BoM and approved design.
• Coordinate implementation of OPGW/ADSS fibre infrastructure and connectivity to HQs/substations.

Team & Stakeholder Management:

• Lead a multidisciplinary team including design engineers, field technicians and subcontractors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with ZENICS, P&E department, Railtel and other stakeholders.
• Ensure coordination with the OEM, Distributor, Sub-vendors and enforce contractual obligations.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure adherence to ZENICS Service Level Agreements (SLAs), quality standards and safety protocols.
• Manage documentation related to survey reports, as-built drawings, test reports and acceptance criteria.
• Facilitate acceptance testing (AT/UAT) and support handover to the designated authority.

Monitoring & Reporting:

• Oversee the Remote Fibre Monitoring System (RFMS) deployment and network health monitoring.
• Track project KPIs, risks and mitigation plans; report weekly/monthly progress to internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare audit/compliance reports as required by ZENICS.

Operations & Maintenance:

• Manage the 3-year post-deployment O&M phase, ensuring 24x7 uptime and prompt fault rectification (MTTR compliance).

• Supervise manpower deployment across sites for operational support and preventive maintenance.

Key Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electronics, Telecommunications, Electrical, or related field)
• PMP/PRINCE2 certification preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in telecom/optical fibre infrastructure projects.
• At least 2 large-scale OFC/OPGW-based implementations completed as a Project Manager.
• Experience working with Government ICT/e-governance projects is desirable.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of OFC deployment, ADSS, OPGW, splicing, RFMS, EMS/NMS tools.
• Proficiency in MS Project or similar project management tools.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to handle field operations in hilly, remote and geographically challenging terrain.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to travel extensively within Mizoram.
• Knowledge of local conditions and terrain will be an added advantage.
• Proven track record in handling government and public-sector IT infrastructure rollouts.