Design Governance Specialist - Telecoms Infrastructure

Design Governance Specialist

Permanent

Theale – Hybrid working

We’re looking for a Design Governance specialist with strong experience in mobile infrastructure design and engineering to play a key role in shaping and maintaining high-quality, right-first-time delivery across a complex telecoms environment.

In this role, you’ll act as a key interface between customers, design teams, and wider business functions, managing design guidance, interpreting customer requirements, and ensuring alignment with commercial and strategic objectives. You’ll take ownership of stakeholder relationships, influence cross-functional teams, and drive consistency across design processes and delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage design governance for a key customer
• Interpret and assess customer design changes, ensuring alignment and minimal disruption
• Create and maintain national and project-specific design guidance
• Collaborate with engineering, delivery, and programme teams to drive effective outcomes
• Analyse design quality and performance data to identify improvements
• Respond to design queries and concessions within SLA
• Support digital transformation and automation initiatives within design
• Influence suppliers and internal teams to deliver efficient, high-quality outputs

Must-Have Skills & Experience:

• Strong technical design knowledge in telecommunications / mobile infrastructure
• Experience in design governance, engineering, or design delivery environments
• Ability to manage stakeholders and communicate complex design concepts clearly
• Proven track record in process improvement, problem solving, and driving change
• Understanding of commercial impact and customer requirements
• Passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and quality delivery

Be part of a dynamic team, working on transformational initiatives and leading the way in digital innovation. Apply today to caroline.kennedy@projectpeople.com and help shape the future of telecom infrastructure!