About the Role
Our client, a prominent player in the telecommunications infrastructure sector, is seeking an accomplished Telecom Infrastructure Project Manager to lead key projects from initiation to completion in **Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK**. This role is essential for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex network build-outs and upgrade projects. You will be responsible for managing project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring successful outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of telecommunications project lifecycles, and a proven track record of delivering challenging projects on time and within budget. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute significantly to the development of vital communication networks in **Leeds** and the surrounding **West Yorkshire** region.
Key Responsibilities
- Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation, timelines, and budgets.
- Manage and coordinate all project activities, including site acquisition, design, construction, installation, and commissioning.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
- Effectively manage project teams, vendors, and contractors to achieve project objectives.
- Communicate project status, updates, and key decisions to stakeholders regularly.
- Manage project finances, including tracking expenditures and forecasting future costs.
- Conduct post-project evaluations and lessons learned sessions to drive continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field; PMP or Prince2 certification is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, specifically within the telecommunications infrastructure or construction industry.
- Demonstrated experience managing large-scale network deployment projects (e.g., fiber optic rollout, tower construction).
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.
- Experience with risk management and change control processes.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Familiarity with telecommunications technologies and standards relevant to **Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK** projects.
Benefits
Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, a company car or car allowance, private healthcare, a stakeholder pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development. This hybrid role allows for a balance between office-based collaboration and remote work flexibility.
