Telecom Program Manager
Role summary
Trident Consulting is seeking a Contract Telecom Program Manager for a hybrid role in Rosemead, CA. The position involves leading end-to-end delivery of network communications initiatives for large-scale infrastructure programs, managing wireless and telecom workstreams including cellular, mesh, carrier, and cloud interconnections. Responsibilities include coordinating with IT, engineering, vendors, and stakeholders, managing scope, schedule, risks, and financials, and overseeing vendor performance. The role requires 10+ years of experience in telecom/networking/wireless/infrastructure program management, strong knowledge of relevant technologies, and excellent communication and presentation skills. Preferred qualifications include experience with 3GPP, Smart Grid, and cybersecurity.
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Please find additional details about the role below:
Job Title: Telecom Program Manager
Location:
Rosemead, CA (Hybrid-Tue & Wed)
Pay Rate:
$120/hr to $130/hr on W2 (All Inclusive)
Type:
Contract
Duration:
12+ Months
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Telecom Program Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of network communications initiatives supporting large-scale infrastructure programs. This role will be responsible for managing wireless and telecom workstreams, including cellular, mesh, carrier, and cloud interconnections, while coordinating across IT, engineering, vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of telecom and network communications workstreams, including planning, design, build, testing, and deployment.
- Manage cellular, mesh, WAN/backhaul, IoT, carrier, and cloud connectivity solutions.
- Align network solutions with enterprise architecture, including MDMS, HES, Cloud, SAP, and ADMS platforms.
- Facilitate vendor evaluations, RFI/RFP processes, technical assessments, and solution recommendations.
- Develop and maintain wireless and carrier service requirements across program releases.
- Manage scope, schedule, risks, issues, dependencies, and financials to ensure successful program execution.
- Coordinate with engineering, cybersecurity, field operations, PMO, vendors, and supply management teams.
- Oversee vendor performance, deliverables, governance reviews, and escalation management.
- Present recommendations and executive-level materials to support key business decisions.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- 10+ years of Project/Program Management experience in telecom, networking, wireless communications, or infrastructure delivery.
- Strong knowledge of Cellular, MESH, FAN, WAN/Backhaul, and IoT communication technologies.
- Experience managing large cross-functional programs involving multiple vendors and system integrators.
- Strong expertise in risk management, planning, execution, and stakeholder management.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills for both technical and executive audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with 3GPP-based wireless technologies and Tier 1 wireless carriers.
- Experience supporting AMI 1.0/AMI 2.0, Smart Grid, Utility Telecom Infrastructure, Device Management Systems, or SIM Management.
Knowledge of cybersecurity requirements for telecom and wireless communication networks. Experience with vendor selection, contract negotiations, and executive-level presentations
About Trident Consulting
Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we’ve partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.
We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale.
