Overview

Principal ICT Consultant (Building Services) role at WSP in the UK & Ireland. UK-wide role based in any of our UK offices within the Building Technology Services team, focusing on ICT design, project management and delivery from inception to handover.

Responsibilities

• ICT design, project management and delivery of projects from inception through to handover to the client.
• Design IT networks within buildings, collaborating with multiple design disciplines and implementing leading edge network designs and technologies into real-world applications.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to understand and interpret requirements from concept through detailed design on multi-disciplinary projects coordinated with Architects, Engineers and specialist consultants.
• Collaborate with specialists across WSP (MEP, Smart, AV) to develop holistic, comprehensive solutions.
• Create future-ready buildings with ICT foundations to deliver great user experiences and drive innovation in the building landscape.

Your Team

• Work with a Buildings Technology Services team on projects ranging from high-rise towers and data centres to stadia and healthcare digitalisation, focusing on user experience, operational efficiency and sustainability.
• Lead as part of a specialist ICT and Smart Consulting practice within the UK Building Services Team.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

• Passion for the future of technology in the built environment.
• Experience in ICT design and delivery for medium to large building projects.
• Ability to produce detailed design and performance specifications, and feasibility studies.
• Experience in producing detailed equipment schedules; providing design and technical advice on projects led by seniors or as a discipline lead on smaller projects.
• Ability to create and interpret technical documents including reports, diagrams, drawings and specifications.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision on technical aspects of the discipline, or with specific specialist experience.
• Strong communication of complex technical information to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Understanding of specialist building systems including MEP, BMS, fire safety, lighting and security, and smart building technologies.
• CIBSE / IET / Engineering Council accredited honours degree or equivalent experience leading to Chartership; Revit MEP training; accredited network qualifications (e.g., Cisco, RCDD).
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK and ability to achieve SC-level UK security clearance.

Technical Skills

• T & Communication Skills: IT Network Design (Passive/Active), Structured Cabling Design (Copper/Fibre), Wireless Design, Server Room Design, Data Centre Design, Telephony Design, Telecommunications Infrastructure Design
• Electronic Skills: ELV systems, Fire alarms, Intruder detection, Access control & security systems, Disabled call systems, Data cabling and outlets

Benefits and Working Arrangements

Work-life balance with hybrid working policy (work from home two days a week) and collaboration across UK offices. Diversity and inclusion are valued; Thrive health and wellbeing programs, Virtual GP access, menopause support, Gymflex benefits, and flexible working options including part-time and flexible hours. WSP My Hour provides daily personal time, with options to adjust time. Opportunities for training, mentoring, and Chartership development.

What’s in it for you

Join a global team of 69,000+ professionals delivering positive, long-lasting impacts across the built environment, with opportunities to contribute to landmark projects.

About us: WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm with a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion, delivering for communities worldwide.

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Location and Status

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom • 2 days ago (posted) • Other similar roles nearby.