Programme Delivery Manager

Airband Community Internet Ltd; Droitwich Spa; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications provider seeks a Programme Delivery Manager to oversee the end-to-end deployment of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) across target regions. This role requires proven telecom programme management experience, particularly in wireless deployment, and offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid model. The ideal candidate will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage vendors, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards, while also driving successful project outcomes. Competitive benefits and a generous leave policy are included.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

25 days of paid leave, rising to 30

5% pension contribution

Hybrid working

Free Broadband

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare and medical insurance

Employee discount platform

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in telecoms programme or project management.
• Understanding of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) technologies.
• Strong knowledge of 4G/5G and network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the FWA deployment programme from initiation to completion.
• Develop and maintain detailed programme plans for FWA rollouts.
• Manage third-party vendors and contractors involved in implementation.
• Track programme budgets and control costs.

Skills

Programme management

Project management tools

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Planning & Organisation

Education

PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Primavera

Job description

Job Title: Programme Delivery Manager

Location: Midlands (Droitwich)

Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) (Hybrid)

Salary: Up To £95,000

Job Summary:

The Programme Delivery Manager reports to the COO and leads the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of our Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) deployment programme. Responsible for coordinating cross‑functional teams, managing timelines and budgets, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving successful FWA rollout across target regions.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the FWA deployment programme from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals.
• Develop and maintain detailed programme plans, deployment schedules, and resource allocation models for FWA rollouts.
• Work closely with engineering, field operations, procurement, vendors, regulatory, and marketing teams to ensure smooth execution of the deployment, helping them clear blockers.
• Vendor & Partner Management: Manage third‑party vendors, equipment suppliers, and contractors involved in FWA implementation; ensure performance against SLAs and contract terms.
• Track programme budgets, control costs, and provide financial reporting and forecasts to leadership, highlighting opportunities for change.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks to programme delivery, ensuring contingency plans are in place.
• Provide regular updates and progress reports to executive stakeholders; manage internal and external programme communications.
• Ensure deployment activities comply with all relevant technical, safety, and regulatory standards.

Key Skills

Technical – Demonstrable experience of programme management with a proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Primavera).
Leadership – Effective leader who can inspire and motivate their team to achieve the team goals. Ability to build and manage high‑performing teams, set clear expectations, and provide regular feedback and coaching.
Communication – Excellent communicator who can convey technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
Project Management – Proven project management skills to deliver requirements on time and in budget.
Results Orientation – Focusing attention on key objectives and driving effective outcomes.
Problem Solving – Excellent problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
Initiative – Engaging in proactive behaviour, seizing opportunities for innovation and improvement.
Thoroughness – Seeking completeness and accuracy.
Learning Agility – Quickly understanding and applying information, concepts and strategies.
Efficiency Orientation – Looking for the best use of resources.
Planning & Organisation – Excellent planning and organisational skills, resilient with the ability to manage conflicting priorities.
Collaboration – Confident and comfortable in coordinating and influencing multiple stakeholders, working collaboratively to deliver business results.

Essential

• Proven experience (5+ years) in telecoms programme or project management, preferably in wireless network deployment.
• Strong understanding of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) technologies, 4G/5G, and network infrastructure.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project/programme management certification.

Airband Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days of paid leave a year rising to 30 plus bank holidays with service.
• 5% Airband pension plus a minimum 3% employee contribution.
• Customer referral bonus – a thank you for every customer you send our way.
• Hybrid working – a mix of working from home and in the office.
• Free Broadband – If you are in our coverage, you can benefit from free broadband with us!
• Cycle to work, Tech scheme, Healthcare and medical insurance. Dental care, and Health cash fund (dependent on the length of service).
• Airshare (employee discount platform) – discounts on everyday shopping, weekly groceries, holidays, the list is endless – save up to £1,000 a year!
• Refer a friend reward scheme

Pre‑employment Checks

Please note that you are required to have the right to work in the UK and we request satisfactory references as part of our recruitment process. A DBS check may be required for a number of our roles, particularly those that are customer‑facing. Also, a driving licence may be required for positions that require you to be out in the field as part of the role.

Recruitment agency support is not required at this time.