Associate/Associate Director Telecoms - Rail
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Overview
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…
* Management of design delivery across a portfolio of projects
* Support bids and tenders, by developing fee estimates and preparing discipline specific proposal content
* Lead the production of Telecoms system technology designs for rail infrastructure (above and below ground) through all design stages from feasibility to detailed design and handback
* Working as part of multi-discipline design teams, managing the interface of the Telecoms design with the wider project team and communicating the Telecom discipline requirements that have an effect on the wider design
* Presenting designs to clients, stakeholders and project teams, illustrating Telecoms system technology concepts, constraints, and solutions
* Line management of team members, supporting staff training and development
A Little More About Your Team
* Undertake project work from across the design lifecycle, including early concept stage through detail design
* Deliver domestic projects for Network Rail, HS2, Transport for The North, TfGM, Nexus, Local Authorities, Principal Contractors and Private Developers
* Produce designs for international projects across the globe in locations such as Europe, APAC, Middle East and South America
As a senior member of our Telecoms team you will report directly to the Telecommunication & Control Systems Service Line Leader, and will have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and challenging multidisciplinary rail infrastructure projects in the UK and internationally.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join WSP as part of an expanding team delivering a variety of prestigious projects. The role could be based in any of our UK offices. Our offices provide a quality, flexible and dynamic working space focused on the health and wellbeing of our staff and benefits from cutting-edge design, large amounts of natural light, large open spaces and collaborative working spaces.
What We Are Looking For You To Demonstrate
* BSc/MSc/Master of Science / Engineering or equivalent in an electronic or communications discipline and ideally chartered Membership of a professional body
* A proven track record of providing project and technical leadership, including stakeholder management and team leadership
* Extensive experience in leading, producing and checking telecommunications and control systems designs through the entire design and construction cycle for projects in the UK and potentially overseas
* Detailed knowledge of the design and integration of one or more of the following systems/subsystems:
o Structured Cabling infrastructure – copper and fibre optic
o IP networking, routing, switching, virtualisation, storage
o IP-CCTV Systems
o EN54 Public Address and Voice Alarm Systems
o Integrated Station / Building Management Systems (ISMS, IBMS)
o Customer Information Systems (CIS)
o Wireless Network Architecture
o Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP)
o Mobile telephony and Radio systems and architectures, base station configurations, bandwidth management
o Trackside Telecommunication equipment and infrastructure
o Fixed Telecommunications Network (FTN and FTNx)
* Experience as CRE or equivalent for Network Rail / HS2 / TfL and good working knowledge of Network Rail, TfL & LUL standards is advantageous
* Good knowledge of H&S legislation, CDM requirements, Safe by Design principles and Railway safety
About Us and Benefits
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. We offer hybrid working, generous development opportunities, and a range of benefits to support health and wellbeing.
What’s in It For You
* Work-life balance with hybrid working arrangements
* Flexibility to work from home two days a week and collaborate in offices across the UK
* Inclusivity and belonging with a diverse and supportive culture
* Health and wellbeing programs, including Thrive and access to Virtual GP services
* Flexible benefits, gym discounts, menopause support, and more
* Flexible working arrangements, ability to purchase additional leave and to use bank holidays to suit you
* Development opportunities including training, mentoring, and Chartership
#WeAreWSP: Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of background. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and will provide workplace adjustments on request.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* Professional Services
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