Build Manager (Openreach)
Bournemouth, UK
Full-Time
Brief overview of the role and project:
We need an experienced Build Manager who has extensive experience on the Openreach Network.
Knowledge & Key Skills:
Strong working knowledge of BT/Openreach build standards
Proven experience delivering PON and Fibre Spine networks in a build management role
Background in civils, fibre, or telecoms infrastructure, with field-based experience
Excellent understanding of NRSWA, HAUC, and health & safety legislation
Leadership and communication skills to effectively manage teams and stakeholders
Organised, proactive, and capable of working under pressure
Full UK driving licence required
Accountabilities:
Manage day-to-day on-site activities for PON and Fibre Spine builds to BT/Openreach standards
Coordinate civils, cabling, and splicing teams ensuring alignment with project timelines and H&S compliance
Supervise contractors and direct labour, ensuring quality and efficiency across all works
Ensure project documentation, as-builts, and compliance reports are completed accurately
Liaise with Clients, Internal Departments, and Local Authorities to resolve issues and maintain progress
Drive productivity and proactively address site-level challenges or risks