Security Systems & ICT Infrastructure Engineer in England

• Location
• London, Croydon, Cambridge, Bristol, Brighton, Birmingham
• Recruiter Contact
• Andrea Gaffney
• Overview of the role

We are seeking an Information Communication Technology (ICT) Principal Engineer to design Security Systems and ICT Infrastructure with our ‘Digital Infrastructure’ team.

The role is within our Buildings division and will work closely with the multidisciplinary Building Services Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) team.

The position is ideally based in one of our Southern UK offices, with opportunities to contribute to national and international projects.

Key responsibilities and duties

• Deliver Security Systems and ICT infrastructure design for major projects from concept through to detailed design.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with architects and civil engineers.
• Work with clients to understand requirements, develop, define and document appropriate solutions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high‑quality service delivery.
• Support senior managers in running the commercial and contractual side of projects.
• Work autonomously within a team carrying out building services projects.
• Prepare design documents including sketches, drawings, reports, schedules and specifications.
• Work across all project phases: feasibility, concept & detail design, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, handover and in‑use.
• Review and coordinate designs with other internal and external disciplines.
• Review and comment on third‑party designs and check against briefs and standards.
• Inspect and witness testing of under‑construction or as‑built systems and report findings.
• Keep updated on technical standards, product developments and identify opportunities for training, development and growth.
• Support the learning and development of early‑career professionals in the team.
• Candidate specifications

Essential

• Proven experience delivering projects within the built environment.
• Extensive Security System and ICT infrastructure design experience across concept and detailed design stages.

• Capable to lead design and specification of the following systems

• CCTV systems
• Access Control Systems
• Building and Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems
• Integrated Security Management Systems
• Experience of securing Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) and similar high‑security sites.
• Experience of leading structured design processes such as Home Office ‘Operational Requirements’.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Delivery of coordinated 3D design models.
• Leader of Security & ICT elements of one large project or a portfolio of smaller projects.
• Track record in building services Security Systems & ICT engineering design and specification using relevant industry software (NBS Create, REVIT, etc).
• Excellent communication skills, including report writing and presentations.

Desirable

• Experience in sectors such as Mo D/defence, healthcare, infrastructure, aviation, rail, residential or data centres.
• Experience in designing and specifying physical security measures for sites and buildings.
• Degree‑qualified Engineer with a strong background in Electrical & ICT Building Services.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with IET, CIBSE or equivalent professional body.
• Awareness of Cyber Security design principles.
• Experience in designing passive and active ICT network infrastructures.
• Experience in designing audio‑visual systems.
• Experience in designing fire detection, public address, voice alarm and EVC systems.
• Experience in work‑winning and bid support.
• Familiarity with digital engineering tools and emerging technologies.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of current building regulations, legislation and standards applicable in building and infrastructure design.
• Experience in training graduates/Early Career Professionals (ECP).
• Ability to drive profitability of projects, monitor against budget, anticipate potential problems and communicate in line with client expectations.
• Additional expectations
• Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally internationally as required.
• Commitment to high standards of corporate governance and project delivery.

Benefits

• Financial wellbeing: pension contribution match between 4.5% and 7%, life assurance up to 4x basic salary, optional increase to 6x, income protection scheme, flexible benefits including life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll savings and wills.
• Employee ownership model with opportunity to share in success through bonuses.
• Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
• Health cash plan and access to Peppy for menopause support.
• Wellbeing programme with support for employees and families.
• Minimum holiday of 33‑35 days per year, inclusive of public holidays, with flexible leave buying/selling options and increased entitlement to 35 days after five years of service.
• Additional paid leave for armed forces reservists and cadet adult volunteers.
• Enhanced family and carers leave: 26 weeks maternity/adoption, 2 weeks paternity/partner, up to five additional days for caring responsibilities, with military family support.
• Professional development: primary annual professional institution subscription, mentoring, formal training and self‑development opportunities.
• Access to employee networks supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability and parents/carers.
• Equal Opportunity Statement

We are actively recruiting a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Security Clearance

Security clearance is expected for UK defence projects. Offers are conditional upon obtaining the appropriate level of security clearance.

Immigration

We are not currently offering sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. We welcome applicants eligible for alternative routes.

Working Arrangements

Hybrid working policy embracing flexibility and trust.

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