Construction Coordinator - 6 month Fixed Term opportunity

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Location Birmingham Job Family Commercial Job Type Full Time Posted Date 27-Apr-2026 Ref # 72941 This role sits at the heart of how we connect customers to our network, making sure the civil works needed to deliver our services are planned, coordinated and completed smoothly. As a Construction Coordinator at Level 2, you’ll play a key part in enabling underground and overground works that allow customers to get up and running, often in complex environments where accuracy, safety and clear communication really matter.Working across residential civils activity, you’ll coordinate jobs from start to finish, using network plans, mapping and cost information to brief contractors and keep work moving. You’ll balance customer needs, local authority requirements, budgets and health and safety, while working closely with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues, manage jeopardy and keep installations on track. It’s a role that combines organisation, problem solving and a strong customer mindset, with opportunities to support new starters and help improve how the team works. Who we are At Virgin Media O₂, we connect people to the moments that matter most. Virgin Media leads the UK for broadband reliability, speed and overall performance, while O₂ keeps people connected on the move with award-winning coverage. We’re also proud to be named one of the Financial Times Top 500 Best Employers for 2026, based on one of the UK’s largest employee satisfaction surveys. Join us and you’ll be part of a team that stays curious, positive and focused on making life easier for our customers and each other. We’re investing in the future of connectivity, from expanding next-generation 5G to exploring satellite-supported solutions that help reach rural communities and hard-to-connect places .You’ll work with people who back good ideas and give you plenty of room to grow. So if you’re looking for a place where you can feel supported, trusted and genuinely valued, you’ll feel right at home here. Our ways of working. We’re a flexible-first organisation, because we know people do their best work when they have choice and clarity. To support meaningful collaboration, we ask everyone to spend at least eight days a month connecting with each other in person. That doesn’t just mean time in the office – it could be team meetings, offsites, volunteering days, cross-functional projects, or away days. What matters is making those moments count – so when we come together, it benefits everyone. Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all We believe a better tomorrow starts with the choices we make today. That means moving the dial on diversity, building equity into everything we do and putting inclusion at the heart of our business. Virgin Media O₂ is an equal opportunities employer and we work hard to remove bias and barriers. We want every person who joins us – and everyone thinking about joining us – to feel seen, heard and supported. When you work with us, you’ll have access to our award-winning employee network groups. These communities bring people together, champion allyship and create uplifting spaces where you can learn, share and feel part of something bigger. They play a big role in helping people feel connected from day one. The must haves • Ability to read and understand network drawings, plans and related documentation
• Strong communication skills, with experience working with both internal and external stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively and work to tight deadlines
• Confident using PC applications, including Excel and Outlook The other stuff we are looking for • Knowledge of statutory and street works codes of practice
• Understanding of Openreach or similar network systems
• Experience managing budgets or monitoring costs against agreed limits
• Exposure to planning meetings with partners or contractors
• Experience supporting process improvements or training new starters What's in it for you We know life isn’t just about work, so our benefits are built to support you in the moments that matter. You’ll get Bupa healthcare, wellbeing support, life cover, a pension and generous holiday –plus your birthday off.And there’s more. Enjoy some extra perks on us, with optional electric vehicle lease and Cycle2Work schemes, dental insurance, neurodiversity assessments, and brilliant discounts on broadband, TV and mobile. You’ll even get access to the Virgin Family platform and the O₂ Priority app, with exclusive rewards, experiences and chances to attend events at The O₂ and beyond. Next steps If this feels like a place where you can belong, we’d love to see what you can do. Once you apply, the next steps might include a call with a recruiter, a video interview, an interview with the hiring manager and a task or assessment.We’ll also ask about any adjustments you might need, and we’ll do our best to make them happen.We review applications and interview throughout the advert window, so it’s worth applying sooner rather than later. If you’re offered the role, the offer will be subject to background checks, including a criminal record check and, for some roles, a financial background check. LI#TAG