Network Project Manager - Comms cabinet Excellent global company

An excellent Project Manager (Networks) role has just come up for an international prestigious client in its field based in Milton Keynes. This is a 12m contract.

A truly excellent role for a candidate wishing to join the company on a 12m Contract basis with a strong likelihood the role will go permanent. Candidates must be familiar with the infrastructure of a Comms cabinet and its deployment. A retail background is essential

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• End to end Project Planning & Delivery, Installing comms cabinets across many stores.
• Develop detailed project timelines and budgets.
• Defining the project scope, its objectives and deliverables
• Oversee site surveys and ensure accurate documentation of existing cabling and network layouts.
• Manage the installation and configuration of comms cabinets and associated hardware.
• Stakeholder Management
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including IT teams, retail operations, and third-party vendors.
• Provide regular status updates and ensure clear communication of risks, issues, and progress.
• Quality & Compliance
• Ensure all cabling and cabinet installations meet industry standards and company policies.
• Maintain accurate records of cable data and network diagrams for future reference.
• Risk & Issue Management
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Resolve issues promptly to avoid project delays.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing network infrastructure projects in retail or multi-site environments.
• Strong understanding of structured cabling, network hardware, and comms cabinet installations.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Familiarity with ITIL, Prince2, or Agile methodologies (certifications preferred).
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple sites and vendors effectively.
• Technical certifications such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+ or equivalent.
• Experience with network documentation tools and asset management systems.
• Previous experience in a retail IT environment.

Your application will be reviewed by BlueCrest Recruitment. BlueCrest Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact you within the next 21 days if your application has been successful and have been selected for an interview.