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We are seeking a Build Manager for our projects in the Cumbria region. This is an exciting, challenging and demanding role within the company, with opportunity to grow with the business.

The Job Role:

• To manage and oversee the civils aspect of the build, ensuring the associated build teams are meeting KPIs and targets
• Programme & Planning of works including daily tracking of network build
• Overall management of engineers / supervisors on site including daily liaison
• Ensure relevant Health & Safety standards are followed and achieved
• Development of team resulting in streamlining processes as required on network
• Oversee completion of works are carried out in line with acceptable handover including quality control and As-Built compliance / documentation
• Attend all required meetings with both internal and external stakeholders
• Chairing weekly progress meetings and ensuring Council permits are in place to keep civils works on schedule
• Co-ordination of work in line with delivery programme
• Manage client expectations on date deliveries and volume delivery targets
• Manage risk register in line with delivery programme and documentation of possible delays
• Assess, review, and mitigate commercial & contractual risks
• Monitor work production outputs closely with regular dialogue with the commercial dept.
• On site visits as required

The Person:

• At least 3 years’ experience in civils within a utility industry
• Previous management experience of teams
• Demonstrable experience of working in a challenging build environment
• The ability to motivate, manage and grow a successful team to deliver the highest possible standards
• Proven ability to build strong relationships
• Excellent organisation, communication and leadership skills
• Supervisors NRSWA accreditation with a thorough knowledge of The Reinstatement of Openings in Highways
• Experience of using Microsoft Office, including MS Project
• Full valid driving licence
• SSSTS or SMSTS (desirable)
• Previously supervised civils gangs, box builders and reinstating crews (desirable)
• Experience of working with BT/Openreach and knowledge of Physical Infrastructure Access (PIA) (desirable)
• GIS/Autocad knowledge (desirable)

Company benefits: 

• Competitive package – details available on request
• Life insurance scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training and Development opportunities
• Excellent Career progression opportunities

Additional Information:

This is not an exhaustive list of duties and requirements. The nature of the organisation is such that it will evolve as it operates and the nature of duties, tasks, knowledge and skills required for this post may develop and change in time.

Viberoptix is an equal opportunities employer.