Telecoms Project Manager
Ainscough Crane Hire are looking for a Telecoms Project Manager to provide national support. This is a national role so there is flexibility as to where you would be based.
Benefits for a Telecoms Project Manager
- Company Car
- Bi-Annual retention bonus
- 24 days annual leave plus an additional day at 2 years’, 5 years’, 10 years’ and 20 years
- Holiday purchase, the option to buy an additional 5 days each year (via salary sacrifice)
- Group life assurance 3 x basic salary
- Pension 4% employer 5% employees
- Online access to payslips, book and view holidays and personal info
- Access to the Ainscough Advantage (People Value) benefits platform
- Staff forums run 3 times a year – have your voice heard
Ainscough Crane Hire are the UKs leading crane company.
Based across 30 locations, our dedicated team of experts are passionate about delivering projects on time, to budget and, most importantly, to the highest possible standard of safety. Our industry-recognised Make the Safe Choice ethos is at our core and underpins every single thing we do, from contract lifts and crane hire to specialist projects for customers.
Our reputation as a market leader is not just a result of our expansive fleet and comprehensive network of locations across the UK, but is also derived from the workplace culture that allows our team to perform their duties with passion and pride.
Job Purpose/Objectives of a Telecoms Project Manager
Providing effective co-ordination, technical expertise, and project management for lifting on telecoms projects, ensuring efficient planning and safe execution of all operations.
Managing customer engagements, overseeing project planning, and optimising the utilisation of resources to maximise profitability while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and compliance with industry regulations
Key Responsibilities of a Telecoms Project Manager
- Co-ordinate site visits to assess project requirements, convert leads into hire contracts, and ensure optimal lifting solutions.
- Ensuring the team prepare and produce high-quality site surveys, job-specific method statements, technical drawings, and risk assessments to meet industry standards.
- Oversee and manage the entire lifecycle of each project, from inception to completion, ensuring customer satisfaction and project efficiency.
- Co-ordinate and organise planning, scheduling, and administration for the 5G and all Telecoms projects.
- Manage client technical inquiries, deliver responses, and ensure clear and consistent communication.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including depots, heavy cranes and sub contractors to provide technical guidance on lifting equipment, transport logistics, and other relevant resources.
- Track project progress, report on KPIs, and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the company’s products and services.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimise workflow, enhance customer service, and maximise operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, particularly in high-risk environments, and promote safe working practices at all times.
- Engage with customers and stakeholders to gather information for site visits, maintaining open lines of communication throughout each project.
- Support in the procurement and coordination of subcontractors, specialist resources, and equipment as needed.
- Ensure that management procedures, communications and performance / KPI reporting requirements are fulfilled, in line with daily / weekly / monthly business processes.
- Develop and maintain a culture that is commercially orientated, actively engaged with change and customer focused.
- Act as a Change Agent on behalf of the function, advocating, leading and supporting on business improvement initiatives.
- Undertake other duties that management may reasonably request.
- To always promote our Vision and to be an ambassador for our Values
Person specification
Education/Knowledge/Experience
- Minimum GCSE in Maths and English (A*-C).
- Proven record managing multiple ongoing projects.
- Previous experience working with, and co-ordinating Engineers, Installers etc would be highly advantageous. Industries such as Utilities, Telecoms, Transport would be of interest.
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
- Must be confident dealing with clients, both in person and via Teams/ phone.
- Willingness to travel to project sites and Customers.
- Full UK driving license
- Knowledge of health and safety legislation and practices within time-critical service environments.
- Can work in pressure situations
Skills/Abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Strong technical aptitude and ability to analyse and address complex engineering and logistical issues.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and negotiate outcomes.
- Ability to think proactively and make timely, informed decisions.
- Capable of managing customer relationships and inspiring confidence in technical expertise.
- Strong time-management skills and ability to work under pressure while delivering high-quality results.
- Culture/engagement – proactive.
- Ability to set and work to KPI’s.
- High energy levels and personal flexibility to focus on priorities and effective team management
Behaviours
- Role model for our leadership behaviours: Always makes the Safe Choice; Reliable; Easy to deal with; Open to new ideas; Teamwork; Passion.
- Positive, proactive approach to problem-solving and project coordination.
- Commitment to Health & Safety, always prioritising safe work practices.
- Reliability, flexibility, and adaptability in response to changing project requirements.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, promoting a culture of cooperation and teamwork.
- Demonstrated openness to continuous improvement and innovative thinking.
- Enthusiastic about building and maintaining relationships with clients, colleagues, and third-party partners.
