Rollout Manager

Job Description

As a Rollout Manager at Nokia, you will play a pivotal role in leading the execution of deployment activities for customer projects. You’ll collaborate closely with project teams, internal stakeholders, and external field deployment teams to ensure the successful rollout of RAN projects. This position demands expertise in managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards while navigating the complexities of telecom infrastructure.

You will thrive in a dynamic work environment that encourages proactive problem‑solving and innovation, driving excellence in project delivery and directly impacting customer satisfaction and Nokia’s overall success.

• Lead the planning and execution of rollout activities for customer projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality standards.
• Coordinate with internal and external field deployment teams to optimize workflow and maintain alignment on project goals.
• Oversee supplier management and subcontractor operations, ensuring effective daily planning and coordination.
• Manage demand planning for hardware and materials, closely following the ordering process to support rollout timelines.
• Serve as the primary communication interface for customer technical teams, providing operational visibility and addressing issues proactively.
• Monitor and control project progress, implementing risk management strategies and managing the change/claim process as needed.
• Ensure compliance with quality and health & safety standards throughout deployment activities.
• Foster a customer‑focused approach while mentoring and leading team members to achieve project objectives.

You have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecom, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Telecom project field management.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience managing RAN rollout/swap projects with Nokia.
• Strong understanding of mobile networks architecture and infrastructure.

It would be nice if you also had:

• Project Management experience.
• Direct Customer Management experience.
• Quality Management experience.
• Health & Safety experience.

This role includes business travel.

Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

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