Principal ICT Consultant - Data Centre and ICT Cabling Infrastructure

Salary: £50,000 - 70,000 per year

Requirements:

• We are looking for someone who is already a consultant or has worked in a pre-sales technical design support or data centre owner/operator environment.
• We are looking for recognised industry accreditation such as RCDD, DCDC, CNIDP or CDCDP.
• We need in-depth knowledge and background in ICT facilities and cabling infrastructure design, cabling technologies and the cabling industry.
• We need demonstrable experience of data centre projects.
• We are looking for strong social skills and the ability to work with, and supervise, other members of staff.
• We need delivery experience of ICT infrastructure design projects across sectors including Data Centres, Aviation, Roads & Tunnels and Commercial Property.
• We need in-depth knowledge and a track record in optical fibre cabling systems including FTTx and Passive Optical Networking (PON), copper structured cabling, outside plant systems, equipment rooms and pathways.
• We need expertise in ICT cabling strategies, ICT space planning, ICT cabling system design, ICT cabling delivery and assurance.
• We need expertise in system design and integration within the built environment, including interfacing with manufacturers and validating system installation, commissioning and testing in a construction advice role.
• We need the ability to write clear and concise reports and specifications in both technical and non-technical language, including easy-to-understand system diagrams and schematics.
• We need a working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks or similar for production and review of 3D design models.
• A working knowledge of Local/Wide Area Networking, Wireless LAN, Integrated Reception Systems, Radio Over IP, Private Mobile Radio and Cellular would be beneficial.
• We need comprehensive technical skills and knowledge to advise clients and develop design strategies with our internal teams.
• We need the ability to work on several projects at the same time and prioritise activities for yourself and others.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment.

Responsibilities:

• We capture, develop and interpret client ICT infrastructure requirements.
• We develop ICT infrastructure design from concept through to construction.
• We oversee and supervise the tasks of more junior staff on projects.
• We check others work in accordance with quality management systems.
• We carry out on-site monitoring and witness testing of ICT infrastructure installations.
• We contribute to scoping works and fee proposals for new ICT infrastructure projects.
• We develop more junior members in the team and enhance the appreciation of ICT infrastructure standards across multidisciplinary teams in Arup.
• We act as a subject matter expert and technical specialist on projects.
• We take a lead role in the delivery of projects and the interface with clients.
• We travel for projects in the UK and abroad when needed.

Technologies:

• 3D
• ICT
• Support
• LAN
• Mobile
• DevOps

More:

We are Arup, a collaborative and purpose-led organisation that has been shaping a better world for over 80 years. This role sits within our Technology Consulting team in the Arup Digital Services Portfolio. We offer a competitive and equitable reward package, including profit share, private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, income protection cover and flexible benefits to support wellbeing. We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, which gives us the freedom to set our own direction and choose work aligned with our purpose. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging, and we support accessible recruitment and workplace adjustments for candidates who need them. The closing date is 6th September 2026.

last updated 35 week of 2026