Senior Communications Engineer - BMS | CCTV | PAVA (Electrical / Electronic)

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Senior Communications Engineer in Birmingham to lead the design and delivery of advanced communications systems. This hybrid role offers the chance to work on diverse projects across various sectors, including Nuclear and Defence, while mentoring junior team members. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field and strong experience in systems like BMS and VSS.

Benefits

Hybrid working model with flexibility

Opportunity to develop technical and digital engineering skills

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong experience in communications systems and project management.
• Ability to manage work packages and meet project deadlines.
• Excellent report writing skills aligned with RIBA stages.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of communications systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage with clients.
• Manage project deliverables and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Video Surveillance Systems (VSS)

Access Control Systems (ACS)

Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)

PAVA systems

Structured cabling (copper & fibre)

IP networking

AV systems

Education

Degree in Communications, Electronic Engineering, or ICT

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

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Senior Communications Engineer - BMS | CCTV | PAVA (Electrical / Electronic), Birmingham

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

Senior Communications Engineer - BMS | CCTV | PAVA | IDS (Electrical / Electronic)

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid – minimum 2 days in-office)

Start Date: June 2025, ASAP

Contract Duration: 6 months

Engagement Type: Inside IR35

Rate: £45/hour (flexible based on experience)

Security Clearance: BPSS / SC Clearance

Our client, a multidisciplinary consultancy, is seeking a Senior Communications Engineer to join their team on a temporary contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to advance their career within a leading consultancy.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the design and delivery of cutting-edge communications systems, including structured cabling (copper and fibre optic) and associated physical network infrastructure.
• Understand key Building Services design considerations for projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across sectors like Nuclear, Defence, Infrastructure, Government, and Transportation.
• Engage with clients by presenting designs and leading technical discussions.
• Manage project deliverables and mentor junior team members.
• Build and maintain a high-profile client base with a customer-focused approach.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Communications, Electronic Engineering, or ICT (Chartered or working towards Chartership preferred).
• Strong experience in:
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Video Surveillance Systems (VSS)
• Access Control Systems (ACS)
• Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
• PAVA systems
• Structured cabling (copper & fibre), IP networking, and AV systems.
• Experience attending sites and monitoring works, including installation and commissioning stages of communications systems and their ancillaries (containment, power).
• Ability to manage work packages, ensuring successful meeting of project deadlines.
• Excellent report writing skills, including writing specifications aligned with RIBA stages.

Desirable skills include proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, familiarity with RIBA/BSRIA stages, and BIM processes. Ability to work independently and lead project packages is essential.

Why Join Them?

• Be part of a national and international team delivering innovative solutions.
• Develop your technical and digital engineering skills.
• Work in a diverse, inclusive environment that values your perspective.
• Enjoy a hybrid working model with flexibility and autonomy.