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The Project Manager (Fibre Build) is responsible for managing the programme of fibre build activities across a defined geographical area, ensuring operational and commercial targets are achieved throughout the full project lifecycle. The postholder will create strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders, ensure project readiness, oversee resource levels, and drive performance to meet delivery expectations.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee all aspects of the current FB26 project, including spine readiness and survey requirements
Ensure all spine build elements are prepared to enable delivery teams to begin work efficiently
Ensure TRR (Technical Readiness Reviews) and survey activities are completed and ready for operational teams
Ensure sufficient office and field resources are in place to meet — and exceed — operational and commercial targets
Build and maintain strong, professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including partners and subcontractors
Work closely with office and field delivery teams to identify potential design or construction issues and support effective resolutions
Collaborate with project and commercial teams to ensure all activities are invoiced correctly and within required timescales
Work with the commercial team to onboard subcontractors to meet build requirements
Assume overall responsibility for site works, methodology, programme delivery, and resource planning (in‑house and subcontracted)
Ensure all works are accurately recorded and registered in accordance with Highway Authority requirements
Liaise with relevant departments to communicate targets, support delivery, and ensure all SLA expectations are met
Conduct regular audits of staff performance and workmanship to ensure the highest levels of quality and compliance are maintained
Ensure CDM (Construction Design and Management) requirements are met for applicable projects
Manage and progress all incomplete works, prioritising resolutions and verifying completion prior to client sign‑off
Requirements:
Extensive experience in Fibre Build Project Management with a strong understanding of spine and survey processes
Demonstrated experience leading large‑scale fibre projects across multiple councils or geographical areas
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, direct, and develop teams
Excellent communication skills, with confidence presenting performance updates to internal and external stakeholders
Proficient understanding of spine and PON build specifications
Significant experience engaging with Local Authorities
Previous experience handling FPNs, defects, and related commercial processes
Strong data skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (trackers, reporting, analysis)
Nice to have:
Expert knowledge of NRSWA (Operative & Supervisor), SROH, and HAUC guidelines
Strong working knowledge of CDM regulations
SMSTS trained
Good experience using noticing systems such as Eton, Bentley, or Symology
Detailed understanding of reinstatement standards and techniques
Understanding of Traffic Management guidelines for utility works on highways
Experience reporting at director level (internally and externally)