Rollout Manager

NOKIA; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a Rollout Manager in Reading, UK to lead deployment activities for customer projects. This role requires a Bachelor's in Telecom or Engineering, with at least 5 years in project management and fluency in Italian. You will be responsible for coordinating teams to ensure timely project delivery, while adhering to quality and safety standards. Join us and impact the future of mobile connectivity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Telecom project field management.
• Minimum 3 years' experience managing RAN rollout/swap projects with Nokia.
• Strong understanding of mobile networks architecture and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of rollout activities for customer projects.
• Coordinate with internal and external field deployment teams.
• Oversee supplier management and subcontractor operations.

Skills

Telecom project field management

RAN rollout/swap projects

Mobile networks architecture

Italian language proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecom or Engineering

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Job Description

As a Rollout Manager at Nokia, you will play a pivotal role in leading the execution of deployment activities for customer projects. You'll collaborate closely with project teams, internal stakeholders, and external field deployment teams to ensure the successful rollout of RAN projects. This position demands your expertise in managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards while navigating the complexities of telecom infrastructure. You will thrive in a dynamic work environment that encourages proactive problem-solving and innovation, where each day offers new opportunities to drive excellence in project delivery. Your contributions will directly impact customer satisfaction and the overall success of Nokia's initiatives in the telecommunications landscape.

Join us to make a meaningful impact and champion the future of mobile connectivity!

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of rollout activities for customer projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality standards.
• Coordinate with internal and external field deployment teams to optimize workflow and maintain alignment on project goals.
• Oversee supplier management and subcontractor operations, ensuring effective daily planning and coordination.
• Manage demand planning for hardware and materials, closely following the ordering process to support rollout timelines.
• Serve as the primary communication interface for customer technical teams, providing operational visibility and addressing issues proactively.
• Monitor and control project progress, implementing risk management strategies and managing the change/claim process as needed.
• Ensure compliance with quality and health & safety standards throughout deployment activities.
• Foster a customer-focused approach while mentoring and leading team members to achieve project objectives.

Qualifications

You have:

• Bachelor's degree in Telecom, Engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Telecom project field management
• Minimum 3 years' experience managing RAN rollout/swap projects with Nokia
• Strong understanding of mobile networks architecture and infrastructure
• Proficient in Italian language

It would be nice if you also had:

• Project Management experience
• Direct Customer Management experience
• Quality Management experience
• Health & Safety experience

We will only consider Italian speakers as this is an essential ability for Regional Roll‑Out Manager.
This role includes business travel.

About Us

About Nokia

Join us in creating the technology that helps the world act together. We are a B2B technology innovation leader, pioneering networks that sense, think and act™, putting the world's people, machines and devices in sync to create a more sustainable, productive and accessible future. Learn more about life at Nokia.

About the Business Group

Join Mobile Networks (MN) and help us become the trusted partner of choice for Communications Service Providers (CSPs), as well as for non-CSP entities in sectors like utilities, transportation, public services, and defense. Your work will contribute to delivering unbeatable customer experiences in wireless connectivity.

Our recruitment process

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If you're interested in this role but don't meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

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