Project Manager

Circet Ireland & UK; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Employee assistance programmes

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Circet Ireland & UK is seeking a Project Manager to lead end-to-end fibre optic network build projects across the UK, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. You will be accountable for planning, execution, and close coordination with clients and internal teams.

Based in East Kilbride, the role combines hands-on site leadership with proactive stakeholder management, ensuring safety, quality, and on-schedule delivery in a fast-paced telecoms environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years delivering complex infrastructure or fibre network builds in the UK.
• Experience in telecoms, fibre or civil engineering environments essential.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects of varying size and complexity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of fibre network rollout projects – from planning and mobilisation to delivery and handover.
• Develop detailed project plans covering scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and resources.
• Oversee field operations, spending approximately 50% of your time on-site with delivery teams.
• Manage internal resources, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure project milestones are met.
• Track project progress, resolve issues proactively, and maintain RAID logs.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, Streetworks regulations, and company standards.
• Coordinate procurement activities and manage project-related commercial responsibilities.
• Monitor and control project budgets and forecasts – managing up to £10 million annual revenue.
• Act as primary liaison with clients, local authorities, and internal departments.
• Lead project meetings, provide regular updates, and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Carry-out site inspections, ensure quality control, and conduct regular safety audits.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across teams.

Job description

We are Hiring!

Circet UK are looking for a Project Manager to join our team in East Kilbride.

Working with Circet

Circet Ireland & UK have built an ever growing portfolio of specialist services. As part of a global group, we are specialists in the deployment and maintenance of telecommunications and energy infrastructure, working with both major operators and local players across Ireland and the UK. We are driven to be innovative and proactive in delivering solutions that meet our clients' expectations, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and integrity. Our success is built on teamwork, trust, and a strong commitment to our people. With over 4,000 employees across Ireland and the UK, we continue to bring people together to shape resilient, future proof infrastructure and deliver high quality services for our customers.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to lead the successful end-to-end delivery of fibre optic network build projects across the UK. The successful candidate will be accountable for ensuring projects are planned, executed, and closed efficiently, adhering to agreed timelines, budget, quality standards, and health and safety regulations. This role requires strong leadership, exceptional stakeholder management, and a hands‑on approach to delivery within a fast‑paced and evolving telecommunications infrastructure environment.

Responsibilities of Project Manager

• Lead the full lifecycle of fibre network rollout projects – from planning and mobilisation to delivery and handover
• Develop detailed project plans covering scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and resources
• Oversee field operations, spending approximately 50% of your time on‑site with delivery teams
• Manage internal resources, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure project milestones are met
• Track project progress, resolve issues proactively, and maintain accurate RAID logs
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, Streetworks regulations, and company standards
• Coordinate procurement activities and manage project‑related commercial responsibilities
• Monitor and control project budgets and forecasts – managing up to £10 million annual revenue
• Act as primary liaison with clients, local authorities, and internal departments (design, operations, commercial)
• Lead project meetings, provide regular updates, and manage stakeholder expectations
• Carry‑out site inspections, ensure quality control, and conduct regular safety audits
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across teams

Knowledge & Skills Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience delivering complex infrastructure or fibre network build projects
• Background in telecoms, fibre, or civil engineering environments in the UK is essential
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects of varying sizes and complexity
• Strong working knowledge of FTTx delivery, civil engineering processes, and construction best practices
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficient in using project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira)
• A hands‑on, solutions‑focused approach with the ability to thrive in fast‑paced settings

Why work in Circet?

• Be part of a company that encourages involvement, diversity and inclusion
• Be part of a company that nurtures excellence and develops leaders
• Be part of a company that encourages personal development and career progression through our further education programme, mentoring programme and pathway programme
• Be part of a company that is dedicated to making a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility
• You will get a competitive salary and a benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave per annum, life assurance, access to Employee Assistance Programmes and access to career developmental opportunities

Circet IRE & UK is an inclusive organisation and welcomes all applications. Our mission is to create a workforce that consists of individuals with talent, skills and potential across all areas of our business. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.