Senior Project Manager - Networks & Engineering

TXO, a collective of four brands including MMX, Lynx, and TEQPORT, is a global leader in sustainable telecom network solutions. Our vision: to be the world’s local partner for sustainable telecom networks, drives our commitment to the circular economy. We offer a full range of services to extend the life of telecom networks, from sourcing nearly a million multi-vendor network parts to responsible decommissioning and network engineering. The business is one of the fastest growing companies in the UK & Ireland and also operates in the USA, Sweden, France, Germany, Australia, South Africa and Brazil.

Our approach not only saves costs but also reduces environmental impact. With advanced asset management and recovery solutions, we ensure maximum value and quality without compromising performance. Our expanded capabilities, bolstered by Lynx and TEQPORT, cover meticulous testing and restoration of equipment. In partnership with TowerBrook Delta, we’re dedicated to sustainable, efficient telecom network management, guided by our ‘circle of value’.

Position:

As Senior Project Manager you will work as a member of the Networks & Engineering team under the day-to-day guidance of the Head of Projects. The primary functions of this role are Client Relationship Management, Supervisory Responsibilities, and Project Planning, Execution & Closure.

This is a Hybrid/Remote role; your days will be at client sites, working from home and office-based when required). You will be open to a flexible approach to working hours as this involves some out of hours working.

Supervisory

• Escalation for Project Managers – assist, support, guide, mentor and coach Project Managers.
• Support and advise to save struggling projects within the department
• Champion learning, process improvements and best practise project management within the company
• Assist Line Manager with recruitment process of new project managers as required.
• Matrix management across client, Engineering, logistics and subcontractors, provide guidance & support to Project Managers.
• Monitor and report on compliance to processes and manage corrective actions where needed.
  
  

Project Planning

• Attend site Survey’s and client meetings
• Identify project stakeholders
• Determine stakeholder’s needs and expectations
• Prioritise demands
• Establish clear set project goals
• Sequence activities to meet delivery dates
• Produce detailed project schedule
• Determine type, quality and quantity of resource required
• Prepare Risk and Method Statements (RAMS)
• Generate Construction Phase Plans
• Allocate resources and establish resource schedule
• Determine budget and create financial plan
• Define quality expectations and targets
• Identify techniques for quality control and develop quality plan
• Map risks, identify contingency actions and develop risk plan
• Develop communication strategy with stakeholders and develop communication plan
• Identify external supplies required and develop procurement plan
• Assemble project team
• Create contingency plans should projects slip out of agreed timescales and budget.
  
  

Project Execution

• Implement project plans to build deliverables
• Manage timelines
• Manage costs
• Identify and manage risk
• Assure and control quality
• Suggest and implement modifications to project scope, deliverables, and resources
• Track and monitor procurements
• Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders
• Support and direct project teams
  
  

Project Closure

• Meet with Clients as required
• Ensure project completion criteria have been met
• Obtain stakeholder approval for final deliverables
• Present final project report including financial and budget reporting
• Handover project documentation
• Release project resources
• Conduct project review
• Evaluate performance against defined objectives
  
  

Requirements:

• Commercially astute, with sound knowledge and experience of negotiating, administering, and extensive experience of managing large, complex, projects and programmes across various sectors.
• Experience of the governance, reporting, and management requirements for project and/or programmes of work in a regulated environment.
• Experience in the delivery of disaggregated projects managing complex interfaces.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels demonstrated by the ability to build excellent working relationships.
• Experience in defining scope, business objectives, requirements and deliverables that stakeholders expect.
• Must have managerial experience, able to lead and direct a multi-disciplinary team.
• Must be H&S focussed, good attention to detail and have a low or zero tolerance for non-compliance or taking chances.
  
  

Tools and equipment used

• Microsoft - Outlook/Word/Excel/Explorer
• Planning tools, including Microsoft project
  
  

Working Conditions/degree Of Effort Required

• Visits to vendor or client sites will be required, out of hours working and travel required from time to time.
• To attend client, project implementation and review meetings both in person and via MS Teams as required.
  
  

Education/Qualifications Required

• Degree level or equivalent in a technical discipline, MSP, PRINCE2 / APM / PMP qualified. SMSTS qualified.
  
  

Other information:

Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development.

• Pension
• Life insurance
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (please note that for some roles annual leave and Bank Holidays are combined, meaning they are entitled to 33 days including Bank Holidays)
• Festive Saving Scheme
• EAP (Employees Assistance Programme)
• Free Refreshments
• Free Parking
• Free Social Events
• Hybrid working (non-contractual)
  
  

Depending on the role or level of seniority, some employees may have additional benefits. If this applies to yourself, this will be outlined in your contract of employment and communicated with you during your HR induction.

Our top priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. With TXO Group brands, you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global net-zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: you. Our people come first, and our strength is in our diversity. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that drive performance and innovation!