Telecom Project Manager – Microwave

ZTE is looking for an experienced Telecom Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of microwave (MW) transmission and telecom transport projects in Brazil.
Based at our Berrini office in São Paulo, this customer-facing role covers the full project lifecycle, from contract handover and baseline planning through engineering, supply, deployment, integration, customer acceptance, billing and project closure.
What you will ownOwn scope, WBS, schedule baseline, critical path, resources, risks, issues, changes, quality, acceptance and closure across complex telecom delivery projects.
Lead customer governance with Brazilian telecom operators, including operational reviews, executive reporting, escalation, negotiation and documented decision‐making.
Govern MW rollout activities including site survey/LOS, path and link design, frequency coordination, BoQ/BOM readiness, installation, antenna alignment, commissioning, integration, cut‐over/migration, NMS/EMS integration, acceptance and as‐built closure.
Manage project financials including budget, estimate‐at‐completion, cost control, margin protection, commercial exposure, invoicing/acceptance milestones and cash‐collection support.
Coordinate engineering, PMO, supply chain, logistics, field services, subcontractors, quality/HSE, finance, commercial and legal teams.
Drive supplier performance, structured change control, recovery plans and continuous improvement using data, automation and responsible AI tools where permitted by company information‐security policies.
What we are looking forDemonstrated success leading complex, customer‐facing telecom delivery projects in Brazil, preferably for Tier‐1 mobile operators (Claro, TIM or Vivo).
Strong project‐management capability across planning, critical‐path management, risk/issue control, change management, supplier management and executive governance.
Solid technical fluency in telecom transport.
Microwave transmission experience is strongly preferred; adjacent transport expertise with a proven ability to ramp up quickly may also be considered.
Working knowledge of modern MW concepts such as licensed bands, E‐band, adaptive modulation, XPIC, multiband/carrier aggregation, protection schemes and capacity/availability trade‐offs.
Commercial and financial acumen: ability to connect delivery decisions to cost, margin, revenue, cash, contractual commitments and customer satisfaction.
Fluent Portuguese and English, written and spoken.
English is mandatory and is used regularly with international stakeholders.
Comfort with project‐control and analytics tools such as MS Project or equivalent, advanced Excel and dashboard/reporting tools such as Power BI.
Availability to work on‐site at São Paulo – Berrini and to travel to customer offices and project locations across Brazil as required.
Preferred differentiatorsPrior delivery experience with Claro, TIM or Vivo and familiarity with its governance, rollout, acceptance and supplier interfaces.
Established professional relationships are an advantage, not a prerequisite.
Relevant delivery experience with Algar, Unifique, Brisanet, NIO/Oi, ISPs, TowerCos or other infrastructure players.
Broader technology exposure across IP/MPLS, DWDM/OTN, RAN/4G/5G, FTTH, power and telecom site infrastructure.
Experience working effectively in a Chinese‐headquartered or other multicultural multinational environment, bridging local customer needs and international stakeholders.
PMP or equivalent project‐management certification; PMI‐ACP, Scrum, ITIL or risk‐management credentials are additional advantages.
Experience using data analytics, workflow automation or responsible AI to improve forecasting, reporting, risk identification or project controls.
What success looks likeCommitted milestones are delivered safely and accepted by the customer with controlled rework and clear accountability.
Project cost, revenue, gross margin, billing and cash‐related milestones are actively protected, supported by reliable forecasts.
Risks, dependencies, changes and claims are identified early, quantified and driven to decision through disciplined governance.
Customer and internal stakeholders receive a concise, decision‐oriented view of status, priorities, actions and escalations.
What success looks like
- Contract as Brazilian Labor Laws (CLT).
- Profit Sharing.
- Health and Dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Birthday day off.
- Extended paternity/maternity leave.
- Gympass / Totalpass.
This position is based at ZTE's São Paulo office, located near Berrini Avenue, and follows an on‐site work model.
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