Access Network Project Manager

About GTT

GTT is a leading networking and security as a service provider for multinational organizations, simply and securely connecting people and machines to data and applications – anywhere in the world. We serve thousands of organizations, bringing together the right people, partners and technology to reduce the burden on IT teams and solve the most pressing networking and security challenges. Built on our top-ranked global Tier 1 network, GTT Envision is a single global technology platform to connect, orchestrate, virtualize and automate enterprise networks, enabling customers with consumable solutions to achieve business missions and meet ongoing demand when, where and how needed. Our portfolio includes SASE, SD-WAN, security, internet, voice and other connectivity options, complemented by a suite of professional services and exceptional sales and support teams in local markets around the globe. We partner with our customers to deliver Greater Technology Together.  

Role Summary:

The Access Network Project Manager is responsible for the management and planning of GTT's global access network comprising of more than 1500 network interconnections with GTT last mile suppliers. The Access Network Project Manager manages the capacity of the access network to ensure that customer connections can be fulfilled on the network whilst minimizing costs. He/she participates in the restructuration of the network due to acquisition, technology upgrade and cost savings. He/she is the subject matter expert for the access network and supports the Sales and Service Delivery teams from quote to delivery.

Job Scope/Supervision:

The Access Network Project Manager reports to the Access Planning manager. It interacts often with third party suppliers, network engineering, supplier management, sales support, and service delivery teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Network capacity management and reporting: capacity and traffic
• Proactively/reactively order additional capacity
• Interacts and negotiates with network suppliers
• Proactively identifies network cost savings opportunities
• Manages and/or supports network restructuration and service migrations
• Responds to Sales and Service Delivery queries related to network capacity

Required Experience/Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a telecommunications environment.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications technologies and products.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer skills.
• Conversational-level English (written and verbal).
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage a heavy workload and meet deadlines.
• Professional, articulate, and effective communicator with confidence in liaising internally and externally.
• Experience in vendor management and/or Order management preferred

Hours/Travel/Shift:

Standard working hours Monday to Friday.

EEO Statement

GTT provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, GTT complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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