Project Engineer (Structured, Fibre and Voice Cabling systems)

NG Bailey; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee structured cabling projects in military environments. This role involves managing project delivery, ensuring compliance with specifications, and leading a team of professionals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in structured cabling systems, a strong understanding of health and safety protocols, and the ability to work independently. Join a leading engineering firm that values innovation and offers a clear path for career progression, supported by ongoing training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Structured Cabling Systems installation.
• Fully conversant with Fluke Analysers operation.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery to meet quality and cost targets.
• Supervise field staff and ensure adherence to safety regulations.

Skills

Installation of Structured Cabling Systems

Fluke Analysers

Fault Rectification on Voice Systems

Team Leadership

Health & Safety Compliance

Education

UKATA (CAT A) Asbestos Awareness

CSCS / ECS Card

Manual Handling

Working at Height

PASMA / IPAF

Job description

Project Engineer (Structured Fibre and Voice Cabling)

Devonport, Plymouth (On Site)

Permanent

Summary

NG Bailey IT Services are currently recruiting a Project Engineer / Structured Cabling Engineer who will successfully plan and control day-to-day activities in support of customer projects, in order to deliver them to the time, cost, quality and customer satisfaction objectives as defined by the Project Manager. In addition to this, they will supervise field-based staff and sub-contractors as required.

This position is working across military sites; therefore, Security Clearance is required and is a condition of employment.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Project Delivery - To manage all related activities to the successful completion of the projects in line with agreed quality and commercial plans to achieve targets within agreed timescales and cost constraints
• Technical - Ensuring design and installation meets internal and client specifications and statutory requirement
• Identifying & assisting the Project Manager with change control, including adds, omits & delays, having the ability to create bill of materials (Excel)
• Producing quality audit reports for internal use, including snagging of works & remedial action plans
• Implementation & monitoring of Inspection & test plans including equipment calibration & correct settings
• Team Leadership - To provide leadership for the project delivery team and to maximise the potential of the team and the individuals within
• Have evident experience of the installation of Structured Cabling Systems (Cat5e, Cat6 & Cat6a systems)
• Plan future activities - Identify relevant milestones associated with a long term project and plan the sequence of key events
• Daily contact with PMO staff to ensure all internal processes are adhered to (works orders / PO / GRN)
• Conduct Health & Safety activities such as, but not limited to: RAMS / POWRA / Tool Box Talks / Don’t Walk By’s / SHE Tour forms / Stand downs
• Conducting quality audits

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience of the installation of Structured Cabling Systems
• Fully conversant with the setup and operation of Fluke Analysers
• The ability to locate and rectify faults on Structured Cabling and Voice systems
• Ability to work from construction drawings
• Able to self-manage workload without supervision
• Able to be a team leader as well as a team player
• Lone working – ability to work remotely
• Able to use initiative and applying a forward-thinking mind set
• Demonstrate the ability to interface with customers with a professional and informative approach
• Willing to travel / Full Driving License

Ideally The Potential Candidate Will

• Understanding of National Security Inspectorate (NSI) process and requirements related to electronic security systems

Qualifications Required

• UKATA (CAT A) Asbestos Awareness
• CSCS / ECS Card
• Manual Handling
• Working at Height
• PASMA / IPAF

Ideally Qualified In

• First Aid at Work
• Confined Space Training
• Security Clearance
• Certified Network Cable Installer (CNCI) Accreditation
• SSSTS or IOSH Working Safely
• NRSWA Accreditation
• Openreach Accreditation
• FIRAS Accreditation

Next Steps

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us

We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.

Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.