OSP Program Manager – Damascus

About the role

The Outside Plant (OSP) Program Manager will lead the expansion program for Norconsult Telematics in Damascus, overseeing all project phases to ensure timely and professional delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, manage, execute and control all OSP expansion activities, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget and quality standards.
• Build and mentor a team of Project Managers and Section Managers.
• Establish reporting and escalation mechanisms for both client and Norconsult Telematics.
• Perform risk management, analysing critical tasks and implementing corrective actions.
• Define staffing requirements, screen and recommend candidates, and ensure proper succession planning.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure compliance with project specifications and contractual obligations.
• Prepare regular progress, financial and manpower utilisation reports for management and the client.
• Coordinate tasks with vendors, contractors and client districts, and participate in related meetings.
• Ensure implementation of Norconsult Telematics QA processes and client project procedures.

Required profile

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Engineering or related field.
• At least 15 years of professional experience in a telecom operator or vendor environment, with 5+ years in a management role leading large‑scale, multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Extensive knowledge of Outside Plant concepts and practices.
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.

Required skills

• Outside Plant engineering
• Project management
• Risk management