Acceptance & Reporting Specialist – Capex & Network Deployment

About the role

The Acceptance & Reporting Specialist ensures accurate tracking of capital expenditure (Capex) injected into the network and coordinates acceptance activities with third‑party service providers. The role covers RAN and transmission acceptance, Capex reporting, and management of the network deployment tool.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and report the implementation status of all sites from scope definition to “on‑air”, including scope readiness, purchase order issuance, material delivery, and GRN status.
• Coordinate acceptance activities with managed services and external contractors for RAN and transmission projects.
• Prepare and deliver regular project and Capex reporting, gathering required documents from planning divisions (radio cuts, transmission LB, VSAT plans).
• Organise and lead regular meetings with contractors and stakeholders to review progress and resolve issues.
• Maintain and optimise the Smartsheet tracker, ensuring data accuracy and functional updates.
• Facilitate proper hand‑over of project documentation to Technology Operations and keep databases current after implementation.
• Track inventory aging and ensure timely approval of acceptance milestones.

Required profile

• Good understanding of GSM, 3G and LTE network principles and operations (essential).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in project management, preferably within telecom infrastructure projects.
• Experience in contract management and familiarity with budget principles.
• Diploma in electronics, telecommunications or communication engineering; a project management certification is desirable.

Required skills

• GSM/3G/LTE network knowledge.
• Project management and contract management.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and Power BI.
• Experience using Smartsheet for tracking and reporting.