FPG is recruiting for a Build Manager on behalf of our client within telecommunications. You will have previous experience in Mobile Wireless Site Build especially in managing external 3rd party suppliers such as SWC's or ASP's. You will drive gating meetings from the initial receipt of Build instruction and ensure that approved suppliers are overseeing Build planning as per contractual KPIS and SLAs.
PLEASE NOTE – sponsorship cannot be provided; UK Mobile Wireless telecom experience is mandatory, and candidates must live in the UK with valid rights to work.
Role Overview:
• You will work closely with key project support functions, including but not limited to:
• Logistics - Ensuring the timely requisition of third-party hardware for shipment to the site or holding warehouse.
• Finance/Project Support - Managing Work in Progress (WIP), finances, and delivery.
• Third-Party Management - Coordinating with third parties involved in build dependencies such as Transmission, REC, and site access.
• The Implementation Manager is expected to make data-driven decisions swiftly, influencing both internal and external stakeholders at all levels, in alignment with our client's values. This role is crucial in driving project success, maintaining customer satisfaction, and ensuring business profitability.
Responsibilities:
• Project Coordination: Collaborate with the Customer Project Manager to ensure all site builds are correctly instructed.
• PO Management: Ensure all Customer and ASP POs are in place before commencing site work.
• Site Planning: Conduct initial site gating meetings with ASPs, reviewing site-level drawings to confirm that the planned build is both achievable and safe according to customer health and safety policies.
• Health & Safety Management: Oversee health and safety throughout site planning and execution, including the review of site drawings, Construction Phase Health and Safety Plans (CPHSP), Construction Phase Plans (CPP), Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMs), and other relevant documentation. Work closely with the Health and Safety team as needed.
• WIP Management: Provide accurate forecasting, process hardware in a timely manner, and manage any necessary returns to logistics.
• Execution Support: Work with the On The Day (OTD) team to resolve any in-phase issues, such as site access, transmission, or logistics problems.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that sites are completed Right First Time (RFT), managing any quality issues with the support of relevant teams to ensure timely cash collection for the company and ASPs.
• Data Management: Maintain accountability for project data, ensuring all site milestones, statuses, and supporting documentation are updated at least weekly for accurate reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Reporting: Provide regular project updates to the Customer Project Manager and other stakeholders as required.
Expertise:
• Extensive knowledge of site-based delivery, including Rigging, Installation, and Commissioning (I&C) of radio products.
• Proficiency in quality auditing and defect identification.
• Strong understanding of Construction Design and Management (CDM 2015) regulations.
• Experience in health and safety audits (internal/external).
• Fluency in English.
• Valid UK driving license.
• Proven ability to manage relationships across all stakeholder levels, including customers, and suppliers.
• Extensive experience working with ASPs/SWCs and direct customer interaction.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and social skills.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing and driving change within large, complex organizations.
• Ability to influence and inspire action within a matrix organization.
• Familiarity with commercials and rate cards.
PLEASE NOTE – sponsorship cannot be provided; UK Mobile Wireless telecom experience is mandatory, and candidates must live in the UK with valid rights to work.
Role Overview:
• You will work closely with key project support functions, including but not limited to:
• Logistics - Ensuring the timely requisition of third-party hardware for shipment to the site or holding warehouse.
• Finance/Project Support - Managing Work in Progress (WIP), finances, and delivery.
• Third-Party Management - Coordinating with third parties involved in build dependencies such as Transmission, REC, and site access.
• The Implementation Manager is expected to make data-driven decisions swiftly, influencing both internal and external stakeholders at all levels, in alignment with our client's values. This role is crucial in driving project success, maintaining customer satisfaction, and ensuring business profitability.
Responsibilities:
• Project Coordination: Collaborate with the Customer Project Manager to ensure all site builds are correctly instructed.
• PO Management: Ensure all Customer and ASP POs are in place before commencing site work.
• Site Planning: Conduct initial site gating meetings with ASPs, reviewing site-level drawings to confirm that the planned build is both achievable and safe according to customer health and safety policies.
• Health & Safety Management: Oversee health and safety throughout site planning and execution, including the review of site drawings, Construction Phase Health and Safety Plans (CPHSP), Construction Phase Plans (CPP), Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMs), and other relevant documentation. Work closely with the Health and Safety team as needed.
• WIP Management: Provide accurate forecasting, process hardware in a timely manner, and manage any necessary returns to logistics.
• Execution Support: Work with the On The Day (OTD) team to resolve any in-phase issues, such as site access, transmission, or logistics problems.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that sites are completed Right First Time (RFT), managing any quality issues with the support of relevant teams to ensure timely cash collection for the company and ASPs.
• Data Management: Maintain accountability for project data, ensuring all site milestones, statuses, and supporting documentation are updated at least weekly for accurate reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Reporting: Provide regular project updates to the Customer Project Manager and other stakeholders as required.
Expertise:
• Extensive knowledge of site-based delivery, including Rigging, Installation, and Commissioning (I&C) of radio products.
• Proficiency in quality auditing and defect identification.
• Strong understanding of Construction Design and Management (CDM 2015) regulations.
• Experience in health and safety audits (internal/external).
• Fluency in English.
• Valid UK driving license.
• Proven ability to manage relationships across all stakeholder levels, including customers, and suppliers.
• Extensive experience working with ASPs/SWCs and direct customer interaction.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and social skills.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing and driving change within large, complex organizations.
• Ability to influence and inspire action within a matrix organization.
• Familiarity with commercials and rate cards.
