Senior / Principal ICT consultant - Building Technology Systems (Building Services) in London

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

Responsibilities

• Building Technology Systems (BTS) – discipline encompassing IT and Communications Network Infrastructure and ELV (Extra Low Voltage) systems.
• You will be designing IT networks within buildings, alongside multiple design disciplines.
• You will liaise with clients and stakeholders to understand, develop, and interpret their requirements.
• You will be implementing the latest leading edge network designs and technologies into real world applications.
• You will be creating future-ready buildings.

Core Functions

• Work within a BTS discipline team within the Building Services discipline (regular liaison with Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing team) providing design and technical advice on projects lead by seniors or take a discipline lead role on smaller projects.
• Complete detailed designs.
• Carry out feasibility studies for review by colleagues prior to issue.
• Consider the feasibility of the project specific to the discipline and contribute to the overall feasibility study for the project.
• Produce detailed and performance specification for the BTS subject to review by colleagues prior to issue.
• Produce detailed equipment schedules for issue with the discipline specific designs.
• Ability to work independently using their own initiative with minimal supervision on all technical aspects of their discipline or have specific specialist experience applicable to the role.
• Ability to work under the clear direction of others and interpret the needs of the project where applicable to the discipline.

Your Team

• Core group of motivated engineers and designers.
• Work on projects around the world.
• Work for clients across multiple industry sectors.
• Chance to grow your career with the growth of the team.
• Great office locations around the UK with nearby shops/café/parking and train stations.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…Qualifications

• CIBSE/IET/ Engineering Council accredited honours degree or specific experience that will lead to Chartership.
• Revit MEP training applied to the discipline.
• Any accredited network qualification.
• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and must be capable of achieving SC-level UK security clearance.

IT & Communication Design Skills

• IT Network Design (Passive or Active).
• Structured Cabling Design (Copper or Fibre).
• Wireless Design.
• Server Room Design.
• Data Centre Design.
• Telephony Design.
• Telecommunications Infrastructure Design.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Work-life balance: At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
• Health & Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most.
• Flex your time: To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
• Your development: We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.