Overview
Jacobs is seeking a Principal to lead business development and project delivery activities for our ICT and Security team. The role reports directly to the Director of ICT and Security and focuses on buildings and infrastructure, including the Defence and Critical National Infrastructure sectors.
Responsibilities
* Lead business development by working with Buildings, Infrastructure and Defence teams to offer services to clients and build relationships.
* Oversee and produce designs for secure ICT systems, advise on system security, and coordinate with other disciplines to deliver integrated security solutions.
* Manage client-facing work and support multidisciplinary project teams from RIBA stages one to handover.
* Demonstrate leadership, professionalism and an inquisitive approach, balancing innovative ideas with commercial objectives.
Qualifications
* Significant experience in ICT for buildings and integration into building design.
* UK Sole National with valid current SC clearance; or willing to re‑apply.
* Demonstrated business development and project delivery experience.
* Familiarity with UK, US and international security and ICT standards and with Defence and CNI sector suppliers.
* Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
* Experience writing reports, specifications, and understanding project briefs.
* Experience working with multidisciplinary design teams and partners.
* Experience delivering both technical and commercial elements of proposals.
* Design experience in:
o Data Communications/Networking, Secure & non‑secure communications
o Public Address, Digital Trunked Mobile Radio
o Structured Cabling, Voice Communication, External Plant Cable Network Design
o Wireless Network Architecture, VoIP, Cable management, bandwidth/link loss calculations
o Video Surveillance, Electronic Access Control, Intruder Detection, Intercom, Perimeter Intrusion, Physical security assets, Radar
Additional Skills, Qualifications and Personal Characteristics
* MCIBSE, IET accreditation or equivalent.
* Degree standard education in a relevant discipline.
* Good communication skills.
* Project Management experience.
* Enquiring approach, balancing innovation with commercial viability.
Location
Hybrid working pattern in Birmingham, London, Manchester or Bristol. Position requires presence in office as necessary.
EEO Statement
Jacobs is a disability confident employer. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all listed requirements for the role.
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