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Project Manager (Optical Network Deployment)
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Posted:
10 August 2026 (19 hours ago)
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Application Deadline:
7 November 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Our client is a leader in high-speed connectivity and is looking for a Project Manager based in Tokyo to play a critical role in delivering complex network deployment programs including optical network deployments from site readiness through customer acceptance.
This role is execution focused and well-suited for experienced deployment project managers who thrive in multi-vendor customer-facing environments and are motivated to deepen their expertise in Infra networking while delivering safe on-time and high-quality outcomes across Japan.
How you will make an impact:
Lead end-to-end network deployment programs including optical network deployments from installation through turn-up and customer acceptance
Own and manage deployment schedules by aligning field activities material availability and resource plans using structured project management practices
Coordinate cross-functionally with Engineering Supply Chain Field Services and external delivery partners to enable seamless execution
Identify manage and mitigate deployment risks related to site readiness safety logistics access constraints and regulatory compliance
Provide clear accurate and timely status updates on schedule risks and costs to customers and internal stakeholders
Drive issue resolution across multiple workstreams while maintaining strong trust-based customer relationships
Champion safety quality and continuous improvement throughout the deployment lifecycle
Own and manage deployment schedules by aligning field activities material availability and resource plans using structured project management practices
Coordinate cross-functionally with Engineering Supply Chain Field Services and external delivery partners to enable seamless execution
Identify manage and mitigate deployment risks related to site readiness safety logistics access constraints and regulatory compliance
Provide clear accurate and timely status updates on schedule risks and costs to customers and internal stakeholders
Drive issue resolution across multiple workstreams while maintaining strong trust-based customer relationships
Champion safety quality and continuous improvement throughout the deployment lifecycle
Must haves:
Bachelors degree or equivalent practical experience in engineering telecommunications or a related technical field
5 years of experience managing large-scale network or infrastructure deployment projects including optical or transport environments
Demonstrated experience coordinating field teams subcontractors and vendors across multiple sites
Working knowledge of network deployment lifecycles site readiness and acceptance processes
Proficiency with Microsoft Project or comparable project scheduling and reporting tools
Strong customer-facing communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across cultures and functions
5 years of experience managing large-scale network or infrastructure deployment projects including optical or transport environments
Demonstrated experience coordinating field teams subcontractors and vendors across multiple sites
Working knowledge of network deployment lifecycles site readiness and acceptance processes
Proficiency with Microsoft Project or comparable project scheduling and reporting tools
Strong customer-facing communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across cultures and functions
Nice to haves:
Experience with Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) or Optical Transport Network (OTN) technologies or demonstrated ability to quickly ramp in complex network domains
Familiarity with deployment practices site access norms and regulatory considerations in Japan
Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project management certification
Experience supporting commissioning testing and customer acceptance activities
Exposure to multi-vendor or multi-technology rollout programs across regions
Familiarity with deployment practices site access norms and regulatory considerations in Japan
Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project management certification
Experience supporting commissioning testing and customer acceptance activities
Exposure to multi-vendor or multi-technology rollout programs across regions
Please ignore the salary listed on the job board - the client is flexible depending on the profile
Required Experience:
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