At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years.
We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best – ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.
We are looking for Senior Project Manager (18 months fixed term) who would like to help us reach our mission to “earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service”.
Purpose of this role
To project manage the safe delivery of offsite Fibre Optic projects, with the aim of delivering a high standard/specification fibre optic network in a timely manner within budget.
Responsible for the timely installation of EAD orders and where required Onsite/Offsite OSCPs for ALL new sites.
Responsible for the timely installation of additional bearers into existing sites where additional capacity or resilience is required.
This is a 18 month fixed term position.
Your key responsibilities are
Ordering of EAD products via our Service Providers (Sky,Vodafone, NEOS).
Ordering of the External Variant cable link order via Sky, and to complete the coordination and management to completion of the cable link product up to and including the Sky handover.
Provide procurement of equipment and services to facilitate the installation of the backhaul solution.
Manage and drive the timely delivery of 3rd party backhaul services required to connect new sites via our defined backhaul delivery models.
Ensure that all Fibre assets records associated with any new infrastructure are properly recorded and the delivery database is up to date with current information.
Complete Audits/Site Visits to ensure contractors are working to the BUUK core values and standards.
To be the focal point of contact for the Site Establishment Project Managers/Project Coordinators for all delivery issues.
To be the focal point of escalations.
To produce weekly reports for the UIPs.
Any other duties as required by the manager.
Qualifications
SHEA Card or CSCS Card.
Experience/Knowledge
Experience working on new development sites.
Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
Knowledge of Fibre Optic Networks.
Abilities/Skills
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage a team effectively.
Desirable
NRSWA Certificate.</li><li> Working knowledge in Chapter 8.
Working knowledge on the Openreach portal (Duct and Pole Access Maps).
Experience in attending meetings with sub contractors.
Experience in using spreadsheets and producing detailed reports.
Be team driven ensuring the team are working well, an ability to communicate to contractors when out on site and listening to the contractors.
Conditions of Employment
What can you expect from us
Cost of living annual pay review
Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%
33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
To say thank you, each time you successfully refer someone you will receive a referral payment of £1000 (net of tax)
Hybrid working for eligible roles
Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations
BUUK has an award-winning culture. We care about your wellbeing and safety as we all deserve the right to go home safe, every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do.
Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you would like to be a part of our team and you meet many, but not all our requirements for this role, please apply. You can also ask us about flexible working options.
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