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Lead Engineer - Cabling and Datacentre Operations
Location:- Central London (Various Locations)
Salary:- £35-40k + Bens
Environment:- Lead Engineer, Cabling Installations, H&S, Patching Schedules, supervisor, changes, Datacentre, Financial Sector.
My client is a global provider of networking and managed services specialising in providing end-to-end connectivity and manged solutions.
This role reports to the Operations Manager, the Lead Engineer will take full responsibility for the completion of small to medium sized cabling projects or an element of a large project under the control of a Project Manager.
Day to Day Duties include:-
, Oversee a team of supervisors and engineers to ensure all cable installations are installed to specification, on time and meet the Manufacturers quality standards.
, Ensure all current Health & Safety requirements are met, carrying out Risk Assessments, drafting method statements and ensuring all H&S procedures are followed.
, Ensure stock is managed in a cost effective manner and that there are sufficient materials available at all times to ensure efficient installation.
, Order materials as required.
, Compile progress reports as required and / or provide information in a logical format to the Project Manager
, Carry out quality checks on all works carried out by the cabling engineers and ensure all required Quality Standards are met.
, Read and understand all site drawings, update ‘as and when' when work is completed.
, Attend and document client meetings and ensure all required actions are carried out in a timely manner.
, Compile process and produce documentation as required to meet company and client standards.
, Draw up patching schedules and ensure timely implementation of any patching requirements.
, Ensure all required installations are documented as specified.
, Draw up Operations and Maintenance manuals as required.
, As and when required assist in any urgent installation works.
, Ensure that project profitability is maximised at all times.
What we are looking for in our Site Manager:
, Experience working in the cabling infrastructure Industry - Specifically within the Data Centers & Commercial Buildings & Offices environment.
, A good understanding of cabling installation practices - cat6/cat6a installations
, Good understanding of cabling product sets within the financial sector.
, Ability to organise teams on a project.
, Manage and motivate engineers
, Work well under pressure able to deal with high work load
, A good level of Microsoft knowledge including Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint and Outlook
, Good communication skills both written and oral
, Be able to communicate effectively with clients to identify needs and requirements
Apply now for full details.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £40000 per annum + + Bens
Posted: 2025-07-29 17:32:26
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Vendor Manager
Location: Manchester (Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 days remote)
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits
Keywords: Vendor Management, MSP, Renewals, Contracts, Frameworks, Pricing, Commercials, Quotations, Cisco, Microsoft, Fortinet, Supplier Management
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The Opportunity
We are seeking a Vendor & Renewals Manager to join a leading provider of managed services to the telecoms sector.
This is a pivotal role for someone with proven experience in vendor management and contract renewals, looking to shape strategy and influence key commercial operations.
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Key Responsibilities
, Lead and manage vendor and supplier relationships across a diverse portfolio
, Oversee contract renewals, pricing frameworks, quotations, and commercial negotiations
, Drive sourcing strategies, manage compliance, and maintain robust reporting and analytics
, Support commercial operations through efficient process management and supplier performance tracking
, Play a strategic role in evolving the vendor management function to meet business growth and transformation goals
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About You
To succeed in this role, you'll bring:
, A background in vendor management within a telecoms or networking environment (essential)
, Experience working within a Managed Services Provider (MSP) setting
, Strong commercial and negotiation skills, with experience in supplier governance and contract frameworks
, Confidence in taking ownership of renewals processes and vendor performance
, A proactive mindset and desire to develop professionally through structured training and certification
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This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step up and make a tangible impact in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
Structured development plans and vendor-specific certifications will be available to help you succeed and grow within the business.
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Type: Permanent Location: Manchester, England
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £50000 per annum + + Bens
Posted: 2025-07-29 11:39:12
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Assistant Store Manager - Pop up retail & fan experience
Music recording artist merchandise
1 Month - Temporary Contract
75 George Street, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scotland, EH2 3EW
We're hiring for a retail pop up shop, Assistant Retail Store Manager at 75 George Street, Edinburgh.
You'll be working on behalf of a well known Britpop & Rock band music recording artist, launching pop up retail activations to sell official fan merchandise in support of their tour gigs.
If you're experienced in retail management, event-based marketing, visual merchandising, retail sales, people management or have team leadership or supervisory experience, we're keen to hear from you!
Position: Retail Manager, Assistant Store Manager, Supervisor, Team Leader
Purpose: Support the Store Manage in the successful operation of a popup shop, overseeing all customer experience, retail sales, visual merchandising, shop floor management, marketing, sales promotions, team leadership, administration and reporting activity etc.
Location: 75 George Street, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scotland, EH2 3EW
Role Type: Temporary, Contract, Temp, Fixed Term Contract, FTC
Start Date: 01 / 08 / 25
Duration: 1 month until 31 / 08 / 25
Hours: up to 40 hours per week
Gross Rate: £17.00 per hour
Overview:
As the Assistant Shop Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Store Manager in the day-to-day operation of a high-energy, event-driven pop-up retail store.
You'll help lead a team in delivering outstanding customer service, optimising visual merchandising, driving sales and ensuring a seamless and immersive experience for fans.
This is a hands-on, collaborative position ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys contributing to all aspects of retail operations.
It offers the opportunity to be involved in pre-event build and post-event breakdown activity.
Responsibilities:
, Support the Store Manager in running all aspects of the store, stepping up when required in their absence
, Motivate and guide the store team to maintain excellent customer service and fan engagement
, Assist with floor management and operational execution to maximise footfall, conversion rates and average order value (AOV)
, Support the coordination and presentation of product launches, promotions and point-of-sale materials
, Ensure stock levels are maintained through close collaboration with the warehouse, store teams and merchandising teams
, Assist with visual merchandising to ensure alignment with brand standards
, Help plan and maintain effective staff rotas, ensuring appropriate coverage during peak trading periods
, Contribute to staff briefings, task delegation and shift management
, Maintain records related to attendance, performance and timesheets, feeding into payroll processes
, Uphold store compliance, including health & safety, PCI-DSS and other statutory obligations
, Contribute to the pre-event setup and post-event breakdown of the pop-up store
, Provide real-time feedback and performance insights to the Store Manager and relevant stakeholders
, Work flexibly to support the needs of the store during events, including evenings and weekends
Candidate Profile:
Ideally, you'll have retail management, visual merchandising, retail sales, people management, team leadership or supervisory experience, within a retail environment.
Alternatively you may have been involved in event-based marketing, promotions or sales.
If you have an interest in; media, entertainment, sports, pop music and recording artists, it would be beneficial.
Experience:
, Retail management or supervisory roles, ideally across high-traffic, fast-paced or event-based environments
, Sales, marketing and product promotion with the ability to achieve KPI & revenue targets
, Supporting teams in achieving KPIs and delivering excellent customer service
, Familiarity with merchandising, stock control and operational processes
, Strong understanding of compliance, customer care and retail standards
, Building and maintaining stakeholder relationships
, Working with major sporting, entertainment or music events, alternatively brand-led retail programmes
Personal Attributes:
, A proactive team player who leads by example
, Strong interpersonal and communication skills
, Comfortable in a dynamic, high-pressure, customer-facing environment
, Flexible, adaptable and enthusiastic about new challenges
, Available for weekend, evening, and extended event hours
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities.
We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and has the chance to thrive.
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Type: Contract Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: 01 / 08 / 25
Duration: 1 month
Salary / Rate: £14.00 - £17.00 per hour
Posted: 2025-07-21 13:25:05
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Business Account and Development Manager - Managed Services
Salary: £55-65k + Commission + Bens
Location: Hybrid Working, London locations
Environment: Datacentre Solutions, Networking Managed Services, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Services.
Our client, a leading Networking Infrastructure and Datacentre Services Provider is looking to increase their Sales force with a strong Sales Development Manager with some New Business skills.
We're looking for a relationship-driven Business Account and Development Manager to manage key accounts and drive new business growth.
This hybrid role blends account management with business development, ideal for someone who can nurture client relationships while identifying and capitalising on new opportunities.
What You'll Do:
, Build and maintain strong relationships within existing accounts
, Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell services
, Drive new business development within target sectors
, Manage sales pipeline, forecasts, and account plans using CRM tools
, Oversee the full sales lifecycle from initial contact through to service delivery
, Collaborate with marketing and technical teams to support campaigns and proposals
, Ensure client satisfaction and service excellence
What You'll Bring:
, Proven experience in sales, account management, or business development
, Strong interpersonal and communication skills
, Results-oriented mindset with commercial awareness
, Experiences in Network infrastructure, data centre, or related networking services.
, Comfortable working with CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools
, Self-motivated team player with a proactive approach
The role and company offer large scale Enterprise accounts to develop.
Excellent commission opportunities and career progression.
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Type: Permanent Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £65000 per annum + + Commission + Bens
Posted: 2025-07-16 18:09:03
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Projects Director - Datacentre & Infrastructure
Location: London
Salary: £85,000 - £100,000 + Benefits
We are seeking a highly experienced Projects Director to lead the successful delivery of large-scale Datacentre and infrastructure projects across the UK.
This is a senior leadership role, ideal for someone with a strong background in project delivery, team management, and commercial accountability.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end delivery of complex Datacentre and infrastructure projects
Manage project teams, site managers, and contractors across multiple locations
Drive operational efficiency, project quality, and on-time delivery
Maintain client relationships and support new business opportunities
Oversee budgeting, resource planning, and financial performance
What We're Looking For:
Proven experience in senior project roles within infrastructure or Datacentre environments
Strong knowledge of PRINCE2, project contracts, and stakeholder management
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Commercially minded with a focus on results and quality
Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams across technical and business functions
If you're ready to make a real impact in a fast-growing environment, apply now to join a dynamic team delivering cutting-edge infrastructure solutions.
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Type: Permanent Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £10000 - £85000 per annum + + Bens
Posted: 2025-07-15 18:51:46
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Senior Project Manager
Location:- Hampshire , 3 days office, 2 days home
Salary:- £55-65k + Bens
Environment - Managed Services, Prince2, Could, Network Infrastructure, UCC, Voice, Collaboration, Cisco Webex, Video, Microsoft Teams, Networking, Audio Visual, Project Planning, Budget, Project Allocation, Man Management, Project Tracking, Customer Facing.
Our client, a leading provider of managed services is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their successful delivery team.
Ideally you would have come from a Managed Services technology based background with experiences of networks, UCC, Video/AV being responsible for delivering multiple projects large and small.
Other responsibilities include looking after Project Planning, Project Allocation, Project Documentation and Senior client and stakeholder management.
This role offers an excellent career path with a company that truly does support and care for their staff and client base that ranges from SME, Enterprise and Public Sector..
Apply now for full details.
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Type: Permanent Location: Basingstoke, England
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £65000 per annum + + Bens
Posted: 2025-07-10 17:40:28
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Senior Datacentre Design Manager - EMEA
Location:- London, Customer Sites and WFH
Salary:- £85-95k + Bonus + Bens
Environment:- Hyperscale, Data Centre, Lead Designer, Manager, Estimations, Commercials, Surveys, Reporting.
A rare opportunity has arisen for a Senior Datacentre Design Manager to join this leading provider of telecoms and networking services.
The ideal candidate would be a “player manager” looking after a skilled team of designers providing accurate, quality designs and estimation outputs through the project lifecycle across EMEA and APAC regions.
The role also works closely with the sales, commercial and operations teams on the preparation of design and costing submissions including updates and revisions.
If this role sounds of interest and you have the required skills, apply now for more information.
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Type: Permanent Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £85000 - £95000 per annum + + Bonus + Bens
Posted: 2025-06-27 16:18:30
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DevOps Test Engineer - 5G SA Core - Major Mobile Network Provider
Join the Future of Mobile Technology - Lead 5G Core Testing Innovation
Location: UK, Berkshire or Netherlands, Rotterdam (Hybrid Home Working Available)
Contract Type: Full-time Contract Position
Industry: Telecommunications | 5G Standalone Networks
@mecscomms is recruiting for a contract - 5G SA Core, DevOps Test Engineer with a large Global Enterprise and Mobile Network Service Provider environment.
If you've got experience with DevOps Engineering, Testing, 5G SA, 5G Standalone, One Mobile Core, OMC, EPC, 5GC, 3GPP, Ericsson PCC, PCG, Test Automation, Landslide Testing, Mobile Core Networks, Telecom etc.
I'm keen to hear from you.
Shape the new 5G SA revolution!
Join a large mobile network operator in their groundbreaking One Mobile Core (OMC) Program.
You'll work on enterprise-level 5G Core implementations and cutting-edge 5G Standalone networks, serving over 7 million customers daily across 5,000+ base stations.
If you're passionate about cutting-edge telecommunications infrastructure and technology, this is a crucial role in testing and optimizing next generation 5G Core networks.
You'll be part of the team delivering:
, Higher network speeds for enhanced user experience
, Ultra-low latency for real-time applications
, Superior quality connections and reliability
, Enhanced security protocols for customer protection
Your Mission: 5G SA Data Core Testing Excellence
, Design and execute comprehensive test cases based on Test Object Lists for the new 5G SA data core infrastructure
, Perform end-to-end testing using advanced shielded boxes, devices, and Landslide platforms
, Implement automated testing solutions with dedicated test-automation tooling
, Conduct exploratory testing to determine optimal 5G SA configurations
, Troubleshoot complex issues in direct collaboration with Ericsson vendor support
, Document and report detailed findings to the customer test manager
, Work within a dedicated test team led by experienced customer test managers
, Direct partnership with Ericsson technical specialists and vendor support
, Cross-functional collaboration with Mobile Access and Core engineering teams
, Provide detailed progress reporting to stakeholders and test managers
, Drive quality assurance initiatives to identify and eliminate system errors
What We Need (Essential Requirements)
, 5G Core & EPC Mastery: Deep knowledge of Mobile Core technologies, 5GC, and 3GPP architecture
, 5G SA Experience: Understanding of Standalone network architecture and data core systems
, Test Engineering Excellence: Proven experience with test methodologies, processes, and tracing equipment
, Ericsson Platform Expertise: Hands-on experience with Ericsson mobile core, especially PCC and PCG
, Quality Assurance Focus: Relentless commitment to identifying and resolving system issues
, Excellent communication for vendor collaboration and stakeholder reporting
, Problem-solving expertise with systematic troubleshooting approach
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Type: Contract Location: Newbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 12 months+
Salary / Rate: Negotiable dependant on experience
Posted: 2025-06-25 21:01:01
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Job Title: Senior Service Architect
Location:- Hampshire + Remote
Salary:- £70-90k + Bens
Overview:
We're seeking a Principal Service Architect to lead the design and evolution of best-in-class managed services across Voice, Room Technologies, and Digital Signage.
This role requires a unique blend of deep technical knowledge and commercial insight to shape scalable, innovative, and cost-effective service offerings.
Acting as a strategic bridge between engineering, delivery, and sales, you'll drive service development, support key client engagements, and influence internal roadmaps.
Key Responsibilities:
Service Design & Strategy
, Design and define managed services for UC, AV/VC, and digital signage.
, Translate customer and market needs into scalable service models (SLAs, processes, HLDs, SOWs).
, Ensure alignment with ITIL and operational best practices.
Commercial & Client Engagement
, Support sales with solution design, proposals, and financial models.
, Drive commercial competitiveness through pricing, margin analysis, and TCO/ROI assessments.
, Present strategies to stakeholders, including C-level clients.
Consulting & Delivery
, Lead client workshops, audits, and transformation roadmaps.
, Collaborate across product, delivery, and engineering teams to ensure successful implementation.
, Mentor internal teams and contribute to enablement and knowledge sharing.
Skills & Experience Required:
, Strong expertise in UC, AV/VC, digital signage (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Cisco, Crestron, Appspace, Utelogy).
, Deep understanding of managed services models, ITIL frameworks, and hybrid/cloud environments.
, 10+ years in service/technical architecture, with 5+ in UC/AV/Managed Services.
, Proven consulting experience and ability to influence technical and business stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
, Degree in Engineering, Networking, or related field.
, Certifications: ITIL, CTS, Microsoft 365, Cisco
, Experience supporting global clients and services.
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Type: Permanent Location: Hampshire, England
Salary / Rate: £70000 - £90000 per annum + + Bens
Posted: 2025-06-19 17:45:29
