Senior Communications Engineer - Birmingham

iO Associates - UK/EU; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Building Design Practice is seeking a Senior Communications Engineer for a 6-month contract in Birmingham. The role involves leading the design of advanced building systems and collaborating with a national team on high-profile projects in various sectors. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Communications or Electronic Engineering and expertise in integrated systems. This position offers the chance to work on impactful projects in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.
• Expertise across security and building technology systems.
• Strong understanding of IP networking and digital infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of structured cabling and building systems.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team across the UK.
• Act as a key client-facing lead managing risks and decisions.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Collaboration

Integrated Systems

Client-facing

Education

Degree in Communications

Degree in Electronic Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Job description

Senior Communications Engineer - Birmingham

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Base pay range

Senior Communications Engineer - 6-Month Contract | Birmingham | Hybrid | £45/hr Inside IR35

Are you a forward-thinking Communications Engineer ready to shape the future of smart, secure, and connected infrastructure?

Join a leading Building Design Practice at the forefront of delivering high-impact projects across Nuclear, Defence, Government, Transportation, and Infrastructure sectors. We're looking for a Senior Communications Engineer with strong technical leadership, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for integrated systems in complex buildings.

As part of a highly regarded national delivery team, you will:

• Lead the design of cutting-edge building systems such as:
• Structured Cabling (Copper & Fibre)
• BMS, VSS, ACS, IDS, and PAVA Systems
• Take projects from concept to commissioning within RIBA/BSRIA design stages.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team across the UK and internationally through a Global Technology Centre (GTC).
• Attend site visits, oversee installations, and ensure delivery excellence.
• Act as a key client-facing lead, guiding decisions, managing risks, and presenting technical solutions.

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Communications, Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
• Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards it.
• Expertise across security and building technology systems.
• Strong understanding of IP networking, digital infrastructure, and AV systems.
• Familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and digital/BIM workflows.

This is more than a contract. It's your opportunity to:

Work on high-profile government and defence projects
Partner with a globally connected, highly respected team
Expand your skills in digital engineering and project leadership
Deliver real impact in secure and resilient infrastructure

Ready to make your mark in next generation building systems?

Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation with our recruitment team.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Industries

  Information Services

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