FIBRE OPTIC PROJECT MANAGER

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a skilled Project Manager specializing in Fibre Optics and Utilities. This pivotal role involves overseeing all phases of fibre optic installation projects, from initial planning and resource allocation to implementation and closeout. You will ensure projects are completed on time and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality and stakeholder communication. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive success in a growing market, and help shape the future of fibre optic solutions. If you are passionate about project management and looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing fibre optic installation projects from planning to closeout.
• Strong understanding of project scopes and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets for fibre optic installations.
• Manage contracts with vendors and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.

Skills

Project Management

Fibre Optics Installation

Contract Management

Stakeholder Management

Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Fibre Optic Cleavers

Fusion Splicers

Test Equipment

Job description

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My client, a Tier 1 Main Contractor, is looking for a Project Manager (Fibre Optics / Utilities) to support initial client research and tender activity in this market.

A Fibre Optic Project Manager oversees all aspects of fibre optic installation projects, from planning to implementation and closeout. Main duties and responsibilities include:

1 – Project Planning and Management:

• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Allocate resources efficiently.
• Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to stakeholders’ satisfaction.

2 – Contract Management:

• Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers.
• Assign tasks and communicate expected deliverables.

3 – Quality Assurance:

• Utilise industry best practices, techniques, and standards.
• Ensure reliable and resilient technical solutions.

4 – Communication and Stakeholder Management:

• Keep stakeholders informed throughout the project.
• Synchronise all project elements for successful completion.

5 – Additional duties may include preconstruction / business development activities in developing opportunities in this market.

Scope of sector:

1 – Preparation:

• Understand the project scope and objectives.
• Select the appropriate type of fibre optic cable.
• Create a design installation plan based on site characteristics.

2 – Equipment and Tools:

• Use specialised tools like fibre optic cleavers, strippers, fusion splicers, and test equipment.
• Clear and prepare the preferred cable route (trenching or aerial construction).
• Lay the fibre optic cable using cable blowing or pulling tension.
• Connect the cable to network equipment and test for proper operation.