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Senior Communications Engineer

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted a day ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The Senior Communications Engineer position is a temporary contract role located in Birmingham, requiring a minimum of 2 days in-office attendance each week.
  • The contract is set to begin on June 2, 2025, and will last for 6 months with an hourly rate of £45, which may be flexible based on experience.
  • Candidates should have a degree in Communications, Electronic Engineering, or ICT, along with strong experience in BMS, VSS, ACS, IDS, and PAVA systems.
  • The role involves leading the design and delivery of communications systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior members.
  • Applicants are expected to have excellent report writing skills and familiarity with RIBA/BSRIA stages and BIM processes, with chartership preferred.

Senior Communications Engineer (Temporary/Contract)Location: Birmingham (Hybrid - minimum 2 days in-office)Start Date: 2nd June 2025Contract Duration: 6 monthsEngagement Type: Inside IR35Rate: £45/hour (flexible based on experience)Security Clearance: BPSS / SC ClearanceContact: William Castleman at Hays

Join a Global Leader in Design & Engineering who is seeking a Senior Communications Engineer to join our dynamic Building Design Practice. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-impact projects across the UK and internationally, collaborating with our Global Technology Centre (GTC). We're looking for a motivated, experienced engineer ready to take the next step in their career within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead the design and delivery of cutting-edge communications systems.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across sectors like Nuclear, Defence, Infrastructure, Government, and Transportation.
  • Engage directly with clients, presenting designs and leading technical discussions.
  • Manage project deliverables and mentor junior team members.
  • Contribute to business development through marketing and bid support.

What We're Looking For

  • Degree in Communications, Electronic Engineering, or ICT (Chartered or working towards Chartership preferred).
  • Strong experience in: BMS, VSS, ACS, IDS, and PAVA systems
    • Structured cabling (copper & fibre) IP networking and AV systems
  • Proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD (desirable).
  • Excellent report writing and specification skills.
  • Familiarity with RIBA/BSRIA stages and BIM processes.
  • Ability to work independently and lead project packages.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a national and international team delivering innovative solutions.
  • Develop your technical and digital engineering skills.
  • Work in a diverse, inclusive environment that values your unique perspective.
  • Enjoy a hybrid working model with flexibility and autonomy.

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