VodafoneThree - Project Manager

VodafoneThree; Leiston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension plan

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Discounts and vouchers

Learning tools and parental leave

Job summary

VodafoneThree in Suffolk is seeking a Project Manager to lead delivery of enterprise network projects, balancing customer needs with Vodafone processes.

You will manage plans, costs, risks, and stakeholder communications, with 3 days onsite per week and a focus on Cisco networking.

Strong candidate will have security clearance, experience with routing protocols, and ability to work in a team.

Qualifications

• Experience configuring and implementing Cisco LAN/WLAN/WAN in an enterprise
• Hands-on routing protocol knowledge: EIGRP, OSPF, BGP
• Proficient in MS Word/Excel/Visio
• Self-motivated with strong customer relationships and teamwork
• Full SC Security Clearance or eligibility to obtain it

Responsibilities

• Create project plans with deliverables and stakeholder buy-in
• Build relationships with customers, suppliers and delivery teams; define roles and provide updates
• Maintain a project finance tracker and manage costs, milestones, and revenue risk
• Follow Vodafone Project Delivery Framework and PRINCE2 standards
• Produce risk assessments and maintain risk/issue registers throughout projects

Skills

Cisco LAN/WLAN/WAN

Routing protocols (EIGRP/OSPF/BGP)

MS Word/Excel/Visio

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

SC Clearance or eligible

Tools

MS Word/Excel/Visio

Job description

Location

Suffolk (3 days onsite per week)

Salary

Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits

Working Hours

Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday

Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today.

We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.

We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.

You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

Why VodafoneThree

Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.

We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.

You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone.

We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started.

Join our Vodafone Business Technology Solutions team, where we support businesses of all sizes with world-class technology solutions. We design and develop our Fixed Line solutions, drive efficiency through automation and AI, and implement it all directly with our customers.

What You’ll Do

• Create project plans encompassing all deliverables and ensuring stakeholder buy-in. Ensure Change Control and other mandatory processes are adhered to
• Create collaborative working relationships with the customer, suppliers, and internal delivery teams. Defining clear roles and responsibilities for your projects and providing regular updates to management and key stakeholders
• Maintain a project finance tracker and utilise change control for cost variation from original baselines. Manage project billing milestones and associated risk to revenue. Understanding of ownership, milestone status, project margin, total contract value (TCV) and aligned resource
• Comply with Vodafone Project Delivery Framework methodology which is supported by industry project management standards such as PRINCE2
• Ensure all work is risk-assessed with the production and maintenance of H&S Compliant documentation (RAMs and Point of Works Risk Assessment). Establishing & maintaining your ‘Risk and Issue’ register, whilst identifying new risks and responses as well as mitigation strategies throughout the lifecycle of projects

Who You Are

• Experience working with (configuring and implementing) predominantly Cisco LAN, WLAN and WAN solutions in an enterprise environment
• Practical and theoretical experience of routing protocols: EIGRP, OSPF, BGP
• Competent with MS Word/Excel/Visio
• Self-motivating individual with the ability to develop strong customer relationships as well as functioning in a team environment
• Full SC Security Clearance or the ability to obtain

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly?

We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What We Offer

We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.

Need to Know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/applying-to-us/) for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune your CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.

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