Job FTTx Permit AdministratorJob Profile DefinitionJob Purpose The Permit Administrator report into the Permit Team Lead / Project Manager and undertake all works associated with the permitting, wayleaves, right of ways and Asset Sharing (e.g., PIA in UK) for deployment of a fibre network.Key Tasks Responsible for the management and administration of permitting. This will involve the monitoring and coordination of Streetworks activities Working closely with Build Managers and Build partners for the planning and scheduling of work Collate all required permit information for works Regularly liaising with the Build Teams to ensure all permits are administered with the correct information so that no FPNs or charges are incurred Assisting management with challenging / resolving any FPNs received for completed works Responsible for the set-up and coordination of resources, processes and strategies and compilation of the required documents for the complete processing of Planning Permissions, Wayleaves, private permits, Asset sharing (PIA), TTRO’s. Ensure all deliverables meet the required quality criteria. Identification of all possible permits that may be required for the deployment of a fibre network utilizing all available sources (e.g., HLD, Local regulations and customer specific requirements). Identify critical permits and take actions to prioritize to ensure timely application and issuance. Develop and maintain the relationship with key stakeholders within HA & LA, DNOs any local utility owners, asset owners and liaise with the client on Wayleave access, for the purpose to obtain relevant permits/ permissions/ authorizations required for the deployment of the network. Provide regular updates and conduct meetings as required with the beforementioned key stakeholders.Represents and promotes the customers interest and the public benefits of the project to obtain buy-in from the key stakeholders to support construct network. Reports progress and possible blockages and escalate if required. Propose alternative solutions for rejected / blocked permits where required. Ensure all permitting activities are submitted in accordance with National Conditions for Permit Schemes, Code of Practice of the New Roads and Streetworks Act 1991 and Traffic Management Act 2004. Organize and conduct site visits needed with the internal team and/or the beforementioned stakeholders. Ensure on-time delivery from the Engineering and Design team for the required documentation needed for permits, wayleaves etc. applications. Ensure daily tracking and reporting is done in the relevant tools (internal and external). Assure the quality of the permits granted Raising permits including stop/starts notifications. Submission of registrations to the Highways Authorities on Street Manager Resolving permit queries with the Local Authority. Validate any variation or change in the deployment that has impact to cost or schedule is supported by an approved change Report any variation or change not already supported by an approved change · Identify, report and monitor project risks both within and outside of work domain Implement cost control measures on work area Produce ad-hoc reports as required by the ProjectQualifications and ExperienceFluent in English language5+ years’ experience and proven contacts in Local AuthoritiesDemonstrated experience in Wayleave and Planning processesKnowledge of local regulations for civil works in UKSolid knowledge of the New Roads and Streetworks (NRSWA) andTraffic Management Act (TMA)Leadership, Customer Focused, Communication skills, Negotiationskills, Planning SkillsExcellent oral and written communication / presentation skillsPrevious experience on FTTx or other Utility projects in UKBasic understanding of FTTx architecture and designsDemonstrates initiative with regards to Problem SolvingConfident and natural communicator with an inspiring qualityExcellent IT skills, particularly in Excel and other Microsoft OfficeapplicationsKnowledge of Openreach PIA processes, procedures and accreditationrequirements5 years in the permitting areas for telco/utility projectsExtensive knowledge of UK Deployment Regulations