Design Governance Specialist
Field based role - 2/3 days per month in Reading Office
Perm
As a
Design Governance Specialist
, you'll take ownership of design governance for one or more key customers, ensuring that all design guidance, process changes, and strategic initiatives align with both customer expectations and company goals. You'll serve as a bridge between internal teams, external partners, and design stakeholders—ensuring smooth communication, minimal disruption, and high-quality, right-first-time outcomes.
What You'll Do
* Lead the identification, creation, and maintenance of national and project-specific design guidance
* Review and interpret customer design changes, assessing impact across the business
* Own relationships across Company, Customer, Design Partners, and Colleagues to drive alignment and best practice
* Influence cross-functional teams including Engineering, Design Delivery, Programme Leads, and Vendor Management
* Contribute to digital transformation initiatives, driving the adoption of automation and innovative tools
* Respond to design queries and concessions within SLA
* Analyse design quality data to identify areas for improvement
* Support and lead RMSV processes focused on design efficiency and outcomes
What You'll Bring
* Telecoms industry expert
with strong knowledge of mobile infrastructure
* Skilled in reviewing
CAD drawings
and
ensuring alignment with design standards
* Solid understanding of cross-departmental design and engineering processes in telecoms
* Proven ability to
manage internal
and
external stakeholder relationships
at all levels
* A strong problem solver with a commercial mindset and a passion for innovation
* Qualification:
HND or higher
in M&E Engineering, Civil, Electronic, Telecommunications, Product Development, or similar
To apply for the
Design Governance Specialist
, please send your CV to