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To provide technical expertise in Installation Bids and Estimations, Project Engineering, and Implementation across the business, particularly supporting the Bids and Proposals, Project Management, Installation, and Customer Services department.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyse and review high-risk bids and proposals, determine equipment requirements and configurations, and produce installation estimates for new or varied works.
• Liaise with clients to agree on scope, site access, programme, enabling works, and transition plans.
• Attend pre-scope client site meetings and act as the technical advisory lead to define feasible solutions.
• Provide knowledge and advice regarding civil structures and suggest feasible solutions based on the scope of work.
• Oversee installation works, including managing the production and delivery of installation documentation, sub-contractor requirements, material control, site access, site installation and commissioning, handover, and as-built documentation.
• Coordinate with the Project Management department to ensure programme timelines and budget estimates are met.
• Promote and embed a collaborative installation ethos across all Cubic teams.
• Devise and implement improvement programmes for product development and technical transitions.
• Ensure effective communication with senior management on all technical issues within your remit.
• Participate in design support and provide input into product development.
• Perform other duties as reasonably assigned by your manager from time to time.
• Interpret engineering drawings and translate them into actionable process plans.
• Review and approve installation design documents as required.
• Support installation and commissioning teams during implementation phases as needed.
• Assist Installation Project Engineers when required.
• Liaise with the Installation team and subcontractors to complete project handover documentation.
• Ensure all work complies with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other relevant regulations.
• Adhere to Cubic’s values and all company policies and procedures, including code of conduct, quality, security, occupational health, safety, and environmental policies.

Minimum Job Requirements

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

Essential:

• Proven experience in installation project delivery, implementation, commissioning, and client acceptance.
• Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience in communication systems installation.
• Relevant technical supervisory experience, including sub-contractor management.
• Knowledge of IT network devices such as routers, switches, and Ethernet/fibre communication equipment.
• Experience producing RAMS/SSOW/WPP for Installation Engineers.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering documentation such as technical drawings, scopes of work, and engineering instructions.
• Ability to understand client requirements through discussions or site meetings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Teams.
• Familiarity with Network Rail standards and constraints.
• Knowledge of the London Underground and National Rail networks.
• Willingness to travel and stay away from home for short periods.
• Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to foster positive relationships.
• A clean driving licence.

Desirable:

• Membership of a recognised professional institution (e.g., BCS/IET).
• Experience in data communication (Ethernet and Fibre Optics).
• Experience working with AFC systems.

Education and Qualifications

Essential:

• University degree in Electrical and Electronics, Computer Science, or a related IT/Engineering discipline.
• CCENT/CCNA Certification, CompTIA Network+, or currently working towards certification.
• Strong IT knowledge and understanding of network topologies.
• Solid engineering/technical skills and discipline.
• Good understanding of structural data cabling and associated limitations.
• Knowledge of Ethernet switches, routers, and networking technologies.
• Familiarity with cellular networks (4G, 4G Lite, 5G).

Desirable:

• Site Management Safety Training certification.
• Sentinel and CSCS or ECS certifications.
• IOSH qualification from the British Safety Council.

Personal Qualities

• Results-oriented with a proactive approach.
• Resilient and able to manage challenging situations.
• Good communication skills at all levels.
• Flexible with travel and working away from home.
• Willing to work unsocial hours, including occasional night shifts, as required.

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