Technical Project Manager

Tektora; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy based in the UK is looking for a Technical Project Manager - Networks to take ownership of a high-profile infrastructure programme. This role involves delivering major network projects, engaging with clients, and working with cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge technologies. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in managing technical projects and technical proficiency with Cisco and Juniper equipment.

Benefits

Access to exclusive high-security projects

Transparent hiring process

Opportunities with leading organisations in defence and cyber tech

Qualifications

• Proven background delivering complex technical projects, ideally network-related.
• Strong understanding of routing, switching, TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP, and firewall technologies.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade kit.

Responsibilities

• Leading the end-to-end delivery of a major network infrastructure project.
• Overseeing implementation of key technologies.
• Running technical workshops and managing documentation.

Skills

Network infrastructure project delivery

Routing and switching

TCP/IP

Firewall technologies

Stakeholder communication

Agile methodologies

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Network Engineering

Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or CCNP

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Fortinet

Terraform

GitLab

Jira

Confluence

Ansible

Job description

Technical Project Manager - Networks

Location: Stevenage or Newport (Onsite at Client Site)
Clearance: Active Security Clearance Required
Contract: Outside IR35, up to £550 per day

About the Opportunity

At Tektora, we specialise in connecting technical excellence with mission-critical projects. We are seeking a Technical Project Manager - Networks to take ownership of a high-profile infrastructure programme, shaping the design and delivery of secure, scalable, and high-performance networks.

This is a client-facing role at the heart of a secure environment, ideal for someone who thrives on responsibility, enjoys technical complexity, and has the confidence to lead projects from vision to execution.

What You Will Be Doing
• Leading the end-to-end delivery of a major network infrastructure project including planning, execution, risk management, and stakeholder engagement
• Working alongside architects, engineers, and client teams to translate requirements into clear and actionable plans
• Overseeing implementation of key technologies, including:
• LAN/WAN architecture
• Firewall, VPN and secure remote access
• Network segmentation and zoning
• Deployment of routers, switches, firewalls and load balancers
• Network monitoring, optimisation and performance tuning
• Ensuring all solutions meet compliance and security standards (GDPR, ISO27001)
• Running technical workshops, managing documentation, and ensuring smooth operational handovers

What We Are Looking For
• Proven background delivering complex technical projects, ideally network-related
• Strong understanding of routing, switching, TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP, and firewall technologies
• Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade kit (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet)
• Confident stakeholder communicator, able to bridge technical and non-technical discussions
• Skilled in Agile and/or ITIL delivery environments
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage multiple workstreams

Desirable
• Degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or similar
• Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or CCNP
• Familiarity with tools like Terraform, GitLab, Jira, Confluence, Ansible
• Awareness of Zero Trust and cloud networking best practice

Why Join via Tektora

At Tektora, we focus on precision hiring, matching top professionals with projects where they can make a real impact. By partnering with us, you will gain:
• Access to exclusive, high-security projects
• Transparent process and regular communication throughout
• Opportunities to work with leading organisations in defence, cyber, and secure tech environments