IT Manager

IT Manager – 12 Month FTC

Up to £62,000/ annum.

Hybrid working available - 2 days/ week on-site.

We’re supporting a large-scale organisational expansion and are seeking an experienced IT Manager to provide hands-on technical leadership across a complex workplace transformation. This role will take ownership of designing, specifying, and overseeing the delivery of modern workplace technology environments.

You’ll play a critical role in ensuring solutions are user-centred, standards-driven, and delivered to a high technical standard, working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and validate workplace technology standards and configurations.
• Specify end-user hardware including devices, docking solutions, monitors, mounts, cabling and desk layouts.
• Design and implement meeting room technology solutions (e.g. Microsoft Teams Rooms, AV systems, displays).
• Review and challenge supplier proposals for technical accuracy, suitability and value.
• Oversee wireless access point design, coverage and commissioning.
• Assess edge-switch capacity and identify upgrade or scaling requirements.
• Review structured cabling designs and coordinate with contractors during delivery.
• Provide on-site technical oversight during installation and commissioning phases.
• Ensure all designs prioritise user experience, accessibility and ergonomic/DSE best practice.
• Maintain clear and accurate technical documentation (specs, diagrams, commissioning notes).
• Contribute to procurement processes and supplier selection decisions.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Strong hands-on experience with end-user hardware, desk setups, docking and multi-screen environments.
• Solid understanding of DSE principles and user-focused workstation design.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft Teams Rooms and meeting room AV technologies (cameras, microphones, speakers, displays, controllers).
• Experience specifying and evaluating large display and projection solutions.
• Good understanding of Microsoft 365 and Teams device integration.
• Proven experience designing wireless networks, including access point placement and coverage planning (ideally with Cisco Meraki).
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (VLANs, switching, patching, capacity planning).
• Experience reviewing structured cabling designs and working with contractors on fit-out/refurbishment projects.
• Strong ability to review and challenge technical proposals from suppliers and partners
• Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work on-site during critical phases of delivery and commissioning.
• Strong documentation skills with attention to detail.
• Pragmatic, delivery-focused and user-centric mindset.
• Confident influencing stakeholders and suppliers without reliance on hierarchy.

Desirable:

• Experience with Meraki switching.
• Familiarity with interactive collaboration tools (e.g. smart boards, interactive displays).
• Ability to interpret CAD drawings and technical floor plans.
• Understanding of ITIL processes.
• Relevant Microsoft, AV, or networking certifications.