Implementation Manager

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Implementation Engineer to bolster their Architecture & Engineering team. This hands-on role involves leading network deployment efforts and improving processes within a dynamic and collaborative environment. Ideal candidates possess extensive experience in network planning and team leadership, aiming to drive innovation in engineering practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in network deployment and planning in a multivendor environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and lead a diverse technical team.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional deployment practices for new builds and network migrations.
• Manage network changes in line with operational standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and maintain quality assurance.

Skills

Network Deployment

Team Leadership

Communication

Continuous Improvement

Problem Solving

Technical Expertise

Electrical Cabling/Wiring

Tools

Commissioning Tools

Job description

Job Title: Senior Implementation Engineer

Location: Field Based

Employment Type: Contract

IR35: Inside

Contract Length: 12 months

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Implementation Engineer to join their Architecture & Engineering team.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing a regional deployment function to support the design, integration, and management of the client's active network platform. You will play a key role in delivering and continuously improving network services, including site design, change management, commissioning, and deployment processes. This is a hands-on, technical role suitable for someone with strong network deployment experience and a passion for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop regional deployment practices for new builds, augmentations, and network migrations to support timely service delivery.
• Design and maintain physical installation pack templates and processes for network changes and expansions.
• Guide engineers through network resource integration—from configuration to inventory management.
• Drive process improvements focusing on data integrity, efficiency, and automation.
• Provide subject matter expertise on network deployment, activation, and construction activities.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building a high-performance team.
• Coordinate partner installation teams, ensure quality assurance, and uphold deployment standards.
• Collaborate with vendors to maintain a reliable supply chain.
• Manage network changes and deployments in line with technical and operational standards.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience in network deployment and planning, ideally in a multivendor environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and lead a team with diverse technical skills.
• Familiarity with commissioning and troubleshooting tools.
• Understanding of Ethernet & IP (Layer 2 and 3 technologies).
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and process efficiency.
• Electrical cabling/wiring system experience.

Desirable:

• Experience with analytics and basic automation techniques for build processes.
• Exposure to operational quality/process improvement initiatives.

Why Join?

You’ll be part of a dynamic team building the digital foundations of the future. Our client offers a forward-thinking environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are core values. If you’re ready to advance your engineering career, we’d love to hear from you.