Senior Consultant: Infrastructure Site/Project Manager
Waterstons are a fast growing, award winning, leading technology and business consultancy. Established in 1994, our head office is based in the North East of England and our southern office in central London. Waterstons work with a range of clients in a variety of sectors throughout the UK. Providing creative solutions through technology to improve business performance, Waterstons recruit and develop exceptional individuals who aid the future growth and progression of our business. Following a successful entry into the market for IT Services in the South of England, Waterstons are now looking to expand the team and presence in the London area.
The Opportunity
Waterstons are seeking a bright and capable Infrastructure Site/Project Manager who is excited by the opportunity to develop their skills and progress their career in a challenging and fast paced environment. Waterstons are looking for clear demonstration of a passion for personal development and you will be able to impress us with what you have accomplished already. You will be bright and adept at forming and maintaining strong relationships at all levels within an organisation.
Values and Ethics
Waterstons has a highly progressive approach to managing the growth and performance of its staff demonstrated by our recently achieved Investors in People Gold standard with a maximum possible score. We believe that the secret to excellent customer service is to empower and trust carefully selected people who share the company’s commitment to high standards and continuous learning.
IT Infrastructure Expertise
You will have good experience in hands-on IT infrastructure roles and will be comfortable taking a pivotal role in the delivery of IT services to one or more of our clients. You are likely to be based either part or full time on a client site and will be responsible for delivery of reliable, resilient and responsive IT infrastructure. Well-developed project management skills are essential and you will be comfortable taking leadership positions in projects to deploy technology innovations and improvements. You will be comfortable acting as the lead person of a small team of consultants and will know how to ensure high standards of delivery.
You must be able to demonstrate a solid understanding of at least one of the following infrastructure fields and good general knowledge across the full breadth:
- Cisco networking technologies
- Security technologies and solutions
- Virtualisation & storage technology
- Microsoft Server technologies
- Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
- Knowledge of ITIL & PRINCE2
Personal Requirements
- Organised and focused on delivery
- Strong people management skills
- Attention to detail
- Excellent planning skills
- Outstanding listening skills
- Strong problem solving skills
- Proactive and able to motivate others
- Excellent communicator
- Excellent relationship building skills
- Holds a degree or equivalent
Potential for Development
The role offers the appropriate candidate the opportunity to play a key role in the development of our southern business, working with other team members to expand Waterstons’ client base. Candidates who have an interest in wider business issues and who are able to communicate and present well will be at an advantage. The role will provide you with an opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive working environment and your career will progress at a pace limited only by your own capabilities and ambition. If you have a particular interest in which you would like to develop consulting capabilities, and it’s agreed that this is aligned with the interests of the business and our clients, then we will be highly supportive in helping you to realise your ambitions.
Location: Central London
(Relocation Package available)
Salary: £35 – £50k (subject to experience and proven track record) plus benefits
Type: Permanent/Full Time
Driving licence required
To apply for this position, please send your CV and covering letter to careers@waterstons.com