Telecoms Project Engineer Critical Network Infrastructure Central & South Scotland - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews & Stirling @mecscomms is recruiting a contract Telecommunications Project Engineer, to work on behalf of a Global IT, Technology & Telecom service provider. The Project Network Engineer will oversee the planning, implementation & delivery of technical installation & commissioning projects across various comms room, data centre, POP, fibre exchange, base station, tower, substation, transmission & distribution sites throughout the Central & South Scotland regions. As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for scoping, planning & delivering projects of varying scale & complexity, working closely with field engineers, network operations & project teams. You'll act as a technical representative in customer meetings, conduct site surveys, produce scope of works documents & project plans, coordinate jobs, assist with critical faults & maintain a high standard of end-of-job documentation, to ensure compliance with industry standards & best practices. If you're a Field or Project Engineer with a passion for telecommunications, networking, power systems & electronics with experience across: copper & fibre optic cable installation, network mapping & route planning, fibre to the premises (FTTP), network fault finding, node & infrastructure building, LAN, WAN, SDH, PDH, radios, switching, PSTN / ADSL & data communication devices etc. I'm keen to hear from you. Position: Project Engineer, Infrastructure & Network Project Engineer Location: Field based - Scotland - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews & Stirling Mobility: A full UK driving licence is required Nature: Full time, temporary contract, Inside IR35 Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00-17:00 Duration: 24 month contract Gross Rate: Negotiable dependant on experience Security Clearance: SC or BPSS level clearance (or eligibility for clearance) is essential Key Activity: * Site survey & scope of works * Project planning * Project management * Technical support * Vendor & stakeholder management * Change management * Performance monitoring * Incident resolution * Onsite testing & maintenance * Maintain accurate records * Process management * Governance & control Overview: The Project Engineer will oversee the planning, execution & delivery of telecoms infrastructure projects responsible for scoping, designing & implementing network installations, ensuring compliance with industry standards. You'll conduct site surveys, create project plans & manage bill of materials to support seamless project delivery. Additionally, you will provide technical representation at customer meetings, troubleshoot faults, & maintain high-quality documentation. You will play a key part in performance monitoring, change management & vendor coordination, ensuring operational efficiency. Responsibilities: * Customer & client liaison - act as a technical point of contact for clients, addressing concerns & ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction * Project planning - complete site surveys, scope of works, project designs, project plans, & bill of materials to ensure successful execution * Project management - lead installation & commissioning projects, ensuring timely & high-quality delivery * Resource & inventory management - assist in budgeting, cost estimation, sourcing & resource allocation to ensure projects remain within scope * Vendor & stakeholder engagement - liaise with vendors, clients & internal teams to maintain & improve operational performance * Change management - assess & approve planned changes within telecoms environments * Technical support - provide expertise in troubleshooting network faults, telecoms infrastructure, & operational issues * Performance monitoring - define & review KPIs, proactively identify recurring network issues & implement solutions * Documentation & reporting - maintain detailed records of project progress, issues & resolutions. Prepare status reports & technical documentation * Incident resolution - take a proactive role in fault resolution, post-incident analysis & root cause diagnostics * On-site testing & maintenance - conduct substation testing using industry-standard tools to diagnose & rectify issues * Cross-department collaboration - work closely with design, operations & maintenance teams to ensure seamless integration of telecoms solutions Candidate Profile: Candidates will be considered from a range of backgrounds but ideally, you'll have previous experience, ideally gained within an ISP, Network Service Provider, Managed Hosting, Telecom, Technology, ICT, Cloud, Systems / Network Integrator, Utility, Power or similar type of service provider. Your professional or academic experience is likely to include some of the following: * HNC in Telecommunications (or equivalent professional qualification) * Experience as a Field Engineer in telecoms, utilities or data centre environments * Hands-on experience working in data centres, fibre exchanges, substations & telecom hubs * LAN & WAN internetworking skills * Proficiency in industry-standard network testers & diagnostics * Strong understanding of IP networks, Cisco, Alcatel, & Nokia devices * Rack, charger, & telecoms equipment installation & commissioning * Industry-standard telecoms testing (BERT, RF sweeps, PIM, TDR, OTDR & OSCAR tests) * DC power wiring & connection to telecoms equipment in compliance with regulations * 1st Line Support & troubleshooting for a range of equipment including SDH, PDH, radios, switching systems, PSTN / ADSL & data communication devices * Routine maintenance inspections for fibres & battery chargers * Risk Assessment & Method Statements (RAMS) creation & work area/vehicle management * Proven experience in handover documentation & site surveys * Ability to troubleshoot & resolve technical issues proactively * Experience with power tools, hand tools & working at height * Analytical thinking & problem-solving skills for fault diagnosis @mecscomms: uniting opportunity with ambition in Telecoms | Media | Technology @mecscomms is the brand name of MECS Communications Ltd who provide permanent & contract recruitment consultancy service as an Employment Agency & Employment Business. 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