Senior Digital Consultant CMMS in Manchester

At Jacobs, we challenge today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting‑edge manufacturing. We turn abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

You’ll be at the centre of shaping how organisations design, run and optimise their most critical operational systems. Your work will directly improve asset performance, operational efficiency and long‑term sustainability for clients operating in complex, real‑world environments. In this role you won’t just deliver technology – you’ll ensure digital solutions actually work on the ground by designing effective workflows and embedding EAM/CMMS platforms into wider asset‑management strategies. Your expertise will translate into measurable outcomes, safer operations and more resilient organisations. You’ll also have the opportunity to upskill client teams, leaving a lasting legacy beyond system go‑live.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary reflecting your skills and experience.
• 24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days.
• Robust pension contributions up to 10%.
• Comprehensive health coverage, single medical cover with Digital GP service.
• Employee networks fostering diversity and inclusion.
• Family planning support, fertility healthcare and family planning services.
• Enhanced parental leave with pay and free membership to employee assistance and parental programmes.
• Life assurance at 4× your salary.
• Income protection for long‑term illness or injury.
• Wellbeing hub access to apps like Calm and Daily Burn.
• Professional development: membership fee cover and CPD opportunities.
• Community engagement: charity‑matched funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

About The Opportunity:

This is a senior consulting role for someone who enjoys combining deep technical knowledge with practical delivery and strong client engagement. You’ll work closely with clients to understand their operational challenges and co‑create digital solutions that are scalable, secure and value‑driven. A core focus of the role is supporting programmes and projects to design and implement workflows and business processes that align with both organisational objectives and day‑to‑day operational reality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, implementation and optimisation of digital tools, projects and solutions.
• Apply hands‑on experience with EAM/CMMS platforms (such as Ellipse, SAP or Maximo) within broader digital and asset‑management strategies.
• Advise on integration of diverse data sources and technologies (including GIS, SCADA and ERP) to create unified, data‑driven environments.
• Develop migration plans from legacy systems to modern platforms.
• Identify technical risks and ensure solutions are robust, secure and future‑proof.
• Support strategic asset‑management planning and improvement initiatives.
• Deliver training, workshops and mentoring to build capability across client and internal teams.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Strong, hands‑on experience delivering and optimising digital systems in operational settings.
• Deep expertise in EAM/CMMS platforms (e.g., Ellipse, SAP, Maximo) and asset‑management practices.
• Experience with systems integration, data management and digital ecosystems (GIS, SCADA, ERP).
• Knowledge of configuration management, integrations, API management and cybersecurity principles.
• Structured, detail‑driven problem‑solving approach.
• Excellent communication of complex technical concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Experience training and mentoring others, sharing knowledge and raising capability.
• Adaptable, strategic mindset with ability to balance multiple priorities in fast‑moving environments.

Level & Department: Senior Associate Director+ (Analytics, Intelligence & Insights – Programmes & Advisory)

Locations: London, Manchester, Glasgow, Bristol, Reading, Birmingham – Hybrid working.

Work Environment: Jacobs operates a hybrid work environment and a 40‑hour working week as standard.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion: As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations to deliver their best work. If you require reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, an application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.