Graduate Project Coordinator

Axione (part of the Bouygues Group) is currently looking to recruit a Graduate Project Coordinatorto join our fibre network design & build project team based in Eurocentral, Scotland.

Axione is rapidly becoming a key contractor in the UK fibre telecommunications sector, focusing specifically on FTTP/FTTH network infrastructure installation and upgrade projects.

As a result, this role provides an excellent, long term opportunity for someone to begin the development of their engineering knowledge and skills, under the guidance of our highly experienced and skilled project management team.

About the job

The Graduate Project Coordinator will assist the Project Manager in the co-ordination and control of the onsite construction process, ensuring the site build progresses in line with the design and plan.

This role will contribute to the good communication between the project team and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Subcontractor management to ensure projects are delivered on time and compliant
• Identifies effective ways to solve problems, applying sound and realistic judgment. Makes appropriate and timely decisions.
• Schedule preparation, pre-planning and resource forecasting for engineering and other technical activities relating to the project.
• Investigation into defects & latent defects and provide engineered solutions where necessary
• Provide information for Progress Reports
• Ensure progress is measured and report to the Site or Project Manager regarding progress;
• Manage & Assist the Site Control to prepare for each element of the works an inspection and test plan and ensure its requirements are achieved
• Communicates information and ideas proactively and confidently. Shares knowledge with others
• Ensure the Company Health and Safety safe working practices are observed at all times
• To be able to properly communicate with members of the public and the local authority any matters that are related to the fibre roll out

Essential

• A 2.i or above degree in relevant engineering discipline (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services)
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent self-organisation skills and ability to organise work for others
• Priority management
• Attention to detail
• Ability to drive program
• High levels of quality standards
• Attention to H&S matters
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable

• FTTP/FTTH infrastructure experience
• Sub-contractor management skills
• Relevant up-to-date certification in order to undertake this work. For example: First Aid, CSCS, NRSWA etc.
• NEC experience
• Good Public Relations skills

Why choose us?

Axione UK is part of the Axione Group of companies with Bouygues Construction as its major shareholder.

Axione is a global player in the telecommunications infrastructure sector and is passionate about bringing the benefits of digital transformation to underserved areas.

Axione has based its mission on its ability to design, build and operate infrastructure, with the aim of accelerating and facilitating access to digital technology.

Axione is a leading fibre player in France and is currently investing in the deployment of its own full fibre network across parts of the UK. This investment is supported by our shareholders (Bouygues group and Vauban Infrastructure Partners) working with financial partners.

At Axione UK, we are dedicated to supporting, inspiring and challenging our teams to be the best they can be. We believe in knowledge sharing, adopting best practices and embracing new ideas to ensure we consistently deliver the highest quality projects.

Axione UK will focus on managing:

• the build of Axione’s FTTP/FTTH network in the UK
• the sourcing and management of its local supply chain
• elements of the support and operation of the network, and
• the exploitation of its network in the UK

Be Yourself!

Here at the Bouygues Group we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply.

By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led diversity & inclusion communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (LGBTQ+), Kaleidoscope (BAME), Disability and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details. If you choose to apply for this role, please do not include any sensitive data on your CV which reveals (directly or indirectly); your race or ethnic origins, your political, philosophical or religious opinions, or your membership of a trade union, your social security number, or information which relates to your health or sexual orientation or to any criminal convictions.