Project Specialist / Escalations Engineer
1 day ago
Dundee
Project Specialist / Escalations Engineer We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Project Specialist / Escalations Engineer to join our Scottish based Managed Service Provider (MSP). This role sits at the heart of our project delivery and technical escalation function, combining hands‑on project implementation with ownership of complex, high‑impact support issues. This position is responsible for delivering technical projects end‑to‑end while also acting as a senior technical escalation point for the Service Desk. You will handle the most complex and critical escalated tickets across Microsoft 365, Azure, networking, and on‑premise server environments, ensuring issues are resolved effectively and in line with company standards. The role requires deep technical expertise, strong problem‑solving ability, excellent organisation, and confident client communication. You will be comfortable managing change in live environments, working independently, and visiting client sites where required. Our identity At the core of our existence lies our dedicated team of professionals. We represent a company driven by genuine care and consideration. Our unwavering passion for our endeavours fuels our commitment. A profound sense of accomplishment is derived from our meticulous efforts. Company objectives · Be industry leaders · Create more job opportunities in the area · Expand our market influence and presence · Maintain and grow a positive, empowering working environment, allowing people to thrive · Become a more sustainable business Key responsibilities · Plan, deliver, and implement IT projects including infrastructure upgrades, cloud migrations, security improvements, and network deployments. · Own and resolve escalated support tickets from the Service Desk across: o Microsoft 365 / Office 365 o Azure o Networking (firewalls, switches, routing, wireless) o On‑premise servers and core infrastructure · Act as the final technical escalation point, providing leadership and resolution for complex or business‑critical issues. · Install, configure, migrate, and maintain server, network, and cloud platforms in line with company standards and best practices. · Manage technical change in live customer environments, ensuring minimal disruption and clear communication. · Proactively identify technical risks, capacity issues, and improvement opportunities during project work or escalations. · Produce high‑quality technical documentation, including implementation notes, configurations, diagrams, and handover documentation. · Participate in client meetings and site visits to provide technical direction, explanations, and recommendations. · Support knowledge transfer into STAT and the Service Desk to reduce repeat incidents and improve long‑term stability. · Remain current with emerging technologies, security threats, and industry best practices. Qualifications & experience · Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. · Minimum 5 years’ hands‑on experience in IT support, ideally within a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment. · Proven experience in project delivery and senior technical escalation, or clear progression toward this level within an MSP. · Strong technical expertise across Microsoft 365, Azure, and Windows Server (on‑premise and cloud) environments. · Solid networking knowledge including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, and firewalls. · Demonstrable experience delivering infrastructure and cloud projects from design through to completion. · Advanced troubleshooting skills with a calm, structured, and methodical approach. · Strong problem‑solving ability with the aptitude to analyse complex technical issues and implement effective solutions. · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non‑technical stakeholders. · Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast‑paced environment. · Keen interest in emerging technologies and using technology to streamline and improve processes. · VOIP system experience desirable. · Relevant technical certifications desirable (e.g. Microsoft, Azure, CompTIA A+/Network+/Security+, or equivalent). · Full UK driving licence is essential (regular client site visits required). Benefits • Competitive salary depending on experience, • 29 days holiday, increasing with service, • Dedicated monthly training time and access to certification resources, • Personal Time allowance to support work‑life balance, • Up to 10 days per year working from home, • Wellbeing package, • Company pension scheme, • Clear progression within a growing, ambitious MSP, • Supportive, collaborative, and people‑focused working environment