Senior Communications Engineer

Searchability NS&D; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Communications Engineer in Birmingham. The role involves designing communication systems for high-impact infrastructure projects. Candidates should have proven experience in communications engineering and familiarity with relevant tools. This hybrid position offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing communication systems.
• Ability to liaise with clients and lead technical discussions.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage, and deliver communication systems.
• Lead technical packages and ensure quality delivery.

Skills

Communications Engineering

IP Networking

BMS

PAVA

Structured Cabling

Defence Projects

RIBA

BIM

Security Cleared

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Job description

Full Job Description

Contract Senior Communications Engineer

• Location: Birmingham
• Salary: Up to £45.50/hour (Inside IR35)
• Work arrangement: Hybrid (Minimum 2 days in-office)

About the Client:

Our client is a leading design and engineering consultancy with a national presence, delivering cutting-edge infrastructure and building projects across the UK and globally. They champion innovation and career development. Due to a surge in new projects, they are looking to hire a Senior Communications Engineer for their Birmingham-based team.

The Details:

• Duration: Initial 6-month contract with potential extension
• Involvement in high-impact infrastructure and public sector projects
• Reimbursement of relevant travel and expenses

The Senior Communications Engineer Role:

As a Senior Communications Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, managing, and delivering communication systems across sectors such as Defence, Infrastructure, and Government. You will lead technical packages, represent the discipline in client-facing settings, and ensure quality delivery in collaboration with your team.

Essential Skills:

• Proven experience designing BMS, VSS, ACS, IDS, PAVA, and structured cabling systems
• Good understanding of IP networking, systems design, and AV systems
• Experience working across RIBA/BSRIA design stages and managing deliverables
• Ability to liaise with clients and lead technical discussions
• Familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks (BIM environment)
• Experience with large-scale construction or infrastructure projects
• Security clearance to BPSS level or ability to obtain

Application Process:

Please apply through this advert or email me directly. For further information, call 0203 854 0120 / 07889 589 648. By applying, you consent to the processing and submission of your application to our client for this vacancy.

Key Skills:

Communications Engineering, BMS, PAVA, Structured Cabling, Defence Projects, RIBA, BIM, Security Cleared, IP Networking, NSD