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About the Position The Associate Principal is a mid-level engineering role responsible for leading small- to mid-scale, multi-discipline projects with growing independence. You’ll guide projects from programming through closeout—clarifying requirements, coordinating design, documenting decisions, and ensuring deliverables meet TEECOM’s standards for quality and constructability. You’ll apply strong engineering judgment, maintain alignment with scope, schedule, and budget, and surface risks early to keep projects on track. You’ll strengthen TEECOM’s system by contributing to GitHub, documenting client-specific nuances, and improving standards, tools, and workflows. Externally, you’ll cultivate strong client relationships—building trust through clear communication, reliable follow-through, and thoughtful problem-solving. You’ll also begin developing credibility through thought-leadership activities by supporting pursuits, contributing technical narratives, participating in interviews, and helping develop content such as blogs, white papers, or presentations. Internally, you’ll mentor Designers and engineers through hands-on guidance, reviews, and feedback that strengthen discipline capability and reinforce TEECOM’s standards. While not a people manager, you’ll play a key role in developing TEECOM’s talent and reinforcing disciplined engineering practices. This position reflects strong engineering capability, reliable project leadership, and growing influence in shaping TEECOM’s systems, documentation, and delivery. • As an Associate Principal, your impact comes not only from the quality of your own discipline work, but from how effectively you guide project teams, strengthen coordination, and support the growth of TEECOM’s engineers. You contribute in three key ways:Mentor and Support Engineers, • You strengthen project teams by guiding Designers and Associates, reinforcing disciplined design practices, clear documentation, and sound technical judgment., • You contribute to TEECOM’s talent pipeline by serving as either a Mentor or a Mentee—helping grow others while also expanding your own capability., • As a Mentor: You accelerate others’ growth by setting expectations, providing clear direction, and reinforcing disciplined, high-quality work., • As a Mentee: You advance your own development by actively seeking feedback, applying guidance, and building readiness for larger scopes and leadership responsibilities.Contribute to Training and Knowledge, • You elevate team capability by actively engaging in design reviews, debriefs, and cross-discipline discussions that improve shared understanding and decision-making., • You strengthen discipline consistency by offering insights and clarification that help teammates apply standards correctly and develop stronger engineering judgment., • You support TEECOM’s learning culture by modeling disciplined documentation, fostering collaborative problem-solving, and shaping training resources that accelerate the growth of Designers and engineers.Improve the TEECOM System, • You reinforce firmwide consistency by applying standards reliably and maintaining clear, accurate discipline documentation that others can depend on., • You strengthen workflows by identifying gaps in templates, tools, or processes and offering improvements—through constructive feedback and Pull Requests—that reduce rework and improve scalability., • You enhance project predictability by sharing lessons learned, reinforcing best practices, and helping teams stay aligned and clear in their approach., • You deliver accurate, well-coordinated discipline designs on mid- to large-size projects with increasing independence and reliable follow-through., • You apply strong judgment—identifying risks early, resolving discipline conflicts, and supporting cross-discipline coordination., • You maintain disciplined documentation across drawings, specifications, calculations, and decision logs, enabling predictable project delivery., • You improve TEECOM’s system by providing actionable feedback, proposing workflow refinements, and submitting targeted Pull Requests., • You communicate clearly with clients and design partners—documenting decisions, clarifying requirements, and keeping teams aligned., • You mentor Designers, Associates, and production by providing guidance, markups, and timely feedback that strengthens their technical capability and documentation habits., • You collaborate closely with Project Leads and Group Leads to maintain alignment on scope, sequencing, and coordination strategy., • You support pursuits by contributing scope input, fee assumptions, and participating in interviews as needed., • You actively participate in client relationship development through networking events and conferences, direct outreach to clients and partners, and sharing intel gathered through documented interactions., • You deepen your discipline expertise through mentorship (as Mentor or Mentee), preparing for broader leadership responsibilities., • You model TEECOM’s Core Values—Care, Trust, and Value—through clear communication, disciplined execution, and proactive problem-solving., • These responsibilities and expectations represent what is required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.Annual and Quarterly, • Partner with Project Leads, Group Leads, and senior engineers to strengthen coordination strategy, discipline consistency, and delivery reliability across projects., • Participate in performance assessments and demonstrate measurable growth in engineering judgment, project leadership, and system contribution., • Lead technical design reviews that reinforce TEECOM standards, improve documentation clarity, and identify coordination risks early., • Contribute to discipline standards, workflows, and tools through targeted Pull Requests and documented lessons learned., • Strengthen team capability by mentoring Designers and engineers through clear technical guidance, markups, and feedback., • Identify recurring coordination challenges or workflow gaps and recommend improvements that enhance delivery predictability and cross-discipline alignment., • When serving as a Mentor, provide structured quarterly feedback that supports technical growth and readiness for increased project leadership.Monthly and Biweekly, • Deliver coordinated discipline designs including layouts, calculations, specifications, and supporting documentation that align with engineering intent and TEECOM standards., • Partner with Project Leads to confirm scope, sequencing, coordination strategy, and evolving client requirements., • Participate in project and discipline meetings, communicating decisions, constraints, risks, and next steps with clarity., • Review Designers’ and engineers’ work, providing guidance that strengthens technical accuracy, coordination alignment, and documentation quality., • When assigned as a Mentor, delegate meaningful scope, clarify expectations, provide structured feedback, and hold regular check ins that strengthen technical growth, documentation habits, and decision making., • Maintain clear documentation of decisions, assumptions, and client specific nuances across GitHub and project tools to support consistent delivery., • Review discipline progress against scope, schedule, and coordination milestones and surface risks early to support Project Leads in maintaining alignment., • Maintain accurate and timely time and expense entries that support delivery accountability.Weekly and Daily, • Prepare and review layouts, markups, calculations, and related deliverables, resolving discipline-specific issues with sound engineering judgment., • Participate in coordination meetings, clearly communicating impacts, decisions, and required follow-up actions., • Provide guidance to Designers and engineers by clarifying expectations, reinforcing documentation standards, and supporting informed decision-making., • Maintain clear, up-to-date documentation across Asana, GitHub, and shared project platforms to support delivery alignment., • Execute design and documentation tasks with increasing independence while maintaining alignment with TEECOM standards and project priorities., • Communicate proactively with cross-discipline partners to confirm assumptions, surface risks early, and maintain coordination clarity., • Keep project notes, markups, and documentation current as work progresses to ensure transparency and continuity.As Needed, • Support programming sessions, site walks, surveys, or construction-phase coordination, documenting findings clearly to maintain alignment with design intent., • Contribute to pursuits by developing discipline scope assumptions, OPCC inputs, and interview support as needed., • Research products, codes, and design approaches that strengthen technical solutions and coordination outcomes., • Support other teams during heavy workload periods or complex project phases to maintain firmwide delivery momentum., • When assigned as a Mentee, meet regularly with your Mentor to review feedback, discuss project decisions, and strengthen technical judgment and discipline expertise., • Supervisory: When serving as a Mentor, you provide structured coaching and quarterly performance feedback for assigned mentees. You support day-to-day discipline execution by aligning Designers, engineers, and production team members with project priorities, scope, and documentation standards, while identifying dependencies, risks, and resourcing needs that inform workload planning., • Mentorship: Provide hands-on coaching and design guidance to Designers and engineers assigned to your projects. When paired as a Mentor, you hold regular check-ins, clarify expectations, review progress, and contribute input to quarterly and annual performance assessments. You reinforce disciplined documentation, communication, and coordination practices through clear guidance and example., • Training: Support the development of training content, participate in design reviews, and help team members strengthen technical and documentation skills through practical, project-based coaching., • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred) or equivalent experience., • Experience: 6+ years of experience in AEC or related professional services with demonstrated discipline-specific capability. (ICT, Audiovisual, AV, Acoustics), • Preferred: Experience leading discipline portions of mid- to large-size projects, supporting coordination, and providing guidance to Designers or engineers., • Proven ability to deliver accurate, well-coordinated designs and make sound decisions within your discipline., • Strong understanding of project delivery workflows, client expectations, documentation standards, and cross-discipline coordination requirements., • Demonstrated experience contributing to documentation updates, standards refinement, or QA/QC workflows through GitHub Pull Requests or similar platforms., • Strong proficiency in Autodesk (AutoCAD, Revit), Bluebeam Studio, Microsoft 365 Suite, Google Workspace, and GitHub.Industry certifications preferred by discipline:, • CTS-D (Audiovisual) — preferred, • CDT — preferred, • EIT — plus, • PE — plus, • PMP — plus, • These physical demands represent what is required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed., • Prolonged desk work using a computer, keyboard, mouse, and telephone., • Regular reading, writing, and communication in virtual and in-person settings., • Occasional travel to client sites for meetings, surveys, or inspections., • Site walks may require standing or walking for extended periods, climbing stairs, and navigating construction or utility areas., • Field activities may involve bending, kneeling, or maneuvering in confined spaces., • May occasionally lift or move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds., • These work environment characteristics represent the conditions encountered while performing essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed., • Approximately 75% of work is performed in a remote or office environment using standard office equipment., • Approximately 25% occurs at client sites, including construction environments and existing facilities., • Construction sites may include exposure to elevated noise levels, dust, uneven or unfinished walking surfaces, variable lighting conditions, and active construction operations., • Utility rooms and similar spaces may have restricted access or may not fully comply with ADA accessibility standards. When access limitations exist, TEECOM will support coordinating reasonable accommodations with site-controlling contractor or alternative means to perform essential job functions., • All accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions must be reported immediately to the site superintendent and internally to People Operations.£85,000 - £105,000 a yearThis compensation will vary depending on your role-related skills, experience, knowledge, and subject matter expertise. TEECOM is committed to making sure that we are the right fit for each applicant and that each applicant is the right fit for our team. As we get to know each other throughout the interview process, the compensation may vary within the stated range. TEECOM offers a comprehensive benefits package to support employees and their families, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents, basic and voluntary life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan with profit-sharing contributions, paid parental leave, lifestyle and legal benefits, pet benefits, and performance-based bonuses. Full-time exempt team members also enjoy flexible time off, and all employees receive nine scheduled paid holidays.Your level will be evaluated and determined during the interview process. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that TEECOM does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, TEECOM will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, TEECOM explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of TEECOM.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Ecologist\n\n£30,000 - £38,000\n\nColchester\n\nA fantastic opportunity is available for an Ecologist to join a well-established independent environmental consultancy through a specialist recruitment agency. Our client provides expert ecology, biodiversity and environmental consultancy services on a wide range of development, infrastructure and conservation projects across the UK. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to high-quality work, the business offers excellent opportunities for professional growth. This Ecologist position is based in Colchester and offers a varied workload within a supportive and experienced team.\n\nAs an Ecologist, you will undertake protected species and habitat surveys, Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, ecological impact assessments, field data collection and technical report writing. You'll work alongside experienced consultants, contribute to project delivery and help clients achieve practical, sustainable environmental solutions. The successful Ecologist will be based from the Colchester office with regular travel to project sites, making this an excellent opportunity for an Ecologist looking to develop their consultancy career. This Ecologist role offers exposure to a diverse range of projects across multiple sectors.\n\nWhat's on offer:\n\nCompetitive salary\nFlexible working arrangements\nStructured training and ongoing professional development\nSupport towards professional memberships\nClear opportunities for career progression\nVaried project portfolio across the UK\nFriendly and collaborative working environmentRequirements:\n\nDegree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline\nExperience within ecological consultancy or a similar ecological role\nKnowledge of UK habitats, protected species and relevant legislation\nStrong field survey, communication and report writing skills\nFull UK driving licence\nFull right to work in the UK\nAble to live in or within a reasonable commuting distance of the office\nWell organised with the ability to work independently and as part of a teamIf you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position

Self-Employed Driver InspectorsIT Fleet Automotive is a leading transport, refurbishment, and vehicle storage company. We are currently seeking self-employed Driver Inspectors to provide their services to our nationwide Company. Are you looking for an immediate start in a driving role? Do you enjoy travelling and have a genuine passion for vehicles?If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.The RoleYou will be responsible for collecting, appraising, and delivering cars and vans across the UK. This is a varied, travelling role suited to drivers who enjoy independence and seeing new locations.What We Offer? Home-based routing? Competitive pay rate (only 1 week in arrears)? Performance Bonus Available? Comprehensive insurance cover? A dedicated Allocator providing daily work and ongoing support? Minibus services to assist travel between jobs (when available)? Full self-employment and HMRC support provided? Online and local site induction coursesDriver PerksIn partnership with Wise , you can access a simple service to help manage your invoicing and accountancy. Drivers can also access a range of perks, including same-day digital GP appointments, counselling sessions, a will writing service, exclusive offers, and discounts at over 900 stores (including all the major supermarkets). These are perks you wont find anywhere elseall free of charge with a Wise product!Interested?If youd like more information and want to speak to us about this opportunity, apply now to get started.TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you highly organised, detail-driven, and passionate about horticulture? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long-established and respected seed business, supporting buying and product decisions at the heart of the company.Working closely with the Horticultural Director, you'll play a key role in sourcing products, supporting seasonal planning, and helping bring new varieties to market.About YouHighly organised with strong attention to detailConfident communicator with a methodical, structured approachStrong IT skills, including Excel and database systemsAble to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing demandsPassion for horticulture and gardeningAdditionally, you will have:Horticultural knowledge and and a background in seed or plant productionA confident telephone manner and ability to support customer queriesStrong writing skills for product or catalogue contentAbility to work independently when requiredFull, clean driving licence and willingness to travel occasionallyExperience in buying or procurement is beneficial, but not essential if you bring the right attitude and willingness to learn.The RoleAs Buyer, you'll support the Horticultural Director in sourcing seeds and horticultural products from global suppliers, ensuring smooth procurement and alignment with seasonal and commercial plans.You will:Assist with sourcing seeds and horticultural productsPrepare reports to support forecasting and supplier negotiationsPlace and track purchase orders to ensure timely deliveryMonitor shipments and manage required documentation (including APHA)Coordinate logistics with carriers and customs agentsTrack stock levels and support inventory accuracyContribute to seasonal planning, product selection, and forecastingSupport catalogue and website content with product informationAttend UK and European trials to build product and supplier knowledgeAssist with ad hoc duties across the teamThis is a varied, hands-on role offering exposure to buying, supply chain, and product development within a collaborative team environment.About the BusinessOur client supplys high-quality seeds to gardeners, retailers, and commercial growers. With a strong reputation for quality, in-house testing, and excellent customer service, the business has built long-standing relationships across the industry.You'll be joining a small, passionate team that values collaboration, respect, and a positive working environment.What's On Offer?Competitive salary22 days holiday plus bank holidaysPension schemeDeath in Service benefit (2.5 annual salary)What's Next?For a chat, please call me, Rae, on 01780 480530, email , or send me a message on LinkedIn if you think you tick the majority of boxes for this role.RG21392TPBN1_UKTJ

Assistant Ecologist\n\n£29,000 - £35,000\n\nColchester\n\nAn excellent opportunity has become available for an Assistant Ecologist to join a respected employee-owned environmental consultancy that provides ecological and environmental services across a wide range of projects throughout the UK. Based near Colchester, this growing consultancy is known for its supportive culture, commitment to professional development and collaborative approach to project delivery.\n\nAs an Assistant Ecologist, you will support experienced colleagues with habitat and protected species surveys, ecological data collection, technical reporting and the delivery of environmental projects. This Assistant Ecologist role offers exposure to varied project work while providing excellent training and mentoring to help develop your skills and progress your career. If you're looking to build your future as an Assistant Ecologist in Colchester, this could be the perfect opportunity.\n\nWhat's on offer:\n\nCompetitive salary\nStructured training and mentoring\nClear career progression opportunities\nProfessional membership support\nGenerous annual leave\nPension scheme\nLife assurance\nEmployee-owned business\nVaried and rewarding project workRequirements:\n\nDegree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline\nPrevious ecological survey experience, including through university or consultancy\nStrong report writing and communication skills\nFull UK driving licence\nFull right to work in the UK\nLiving in or near the Colchester office\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team\nWillingness to travel for site work, including occasional overnight staysApply today to be considered for this Assistant Ecologist opportunity and take the next step in your career as an Assistant Ecologist.\n\nIf you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position

About the Position The Associate Principal is a mid-level engineering role responsible for leading small- to mid-scale, multi-discipline projects with growing independence. You’ll guide projects from programming through closeout—clarifying requirements, coordinating design, documenting decisions, and ensuring deliverables meet TEECOM’s standards for quality and constructability. You’ll apply strong engineering judgment, maintain alignment with scope, schedule, and budget, and surface risks early to keep projects on track. You’ll strengthen TEECOM’s system by contributing to GitHub, documenting client-specific nuances, and improving standards, tools, and workflows. Externally, you’ll cultivate strong client relationships—building trust through clear communication, reliable follow-through, and thoughtful problem-solving. You’ll also begin developing credibility through thought-leadership activities by supporting pursuits, contributing technical narratives, participating in interviews, and helping develop content such as blogs, white papers, or presentations. Internally, you’ll mentor Designers and engineers through hands-on guidance, reviews, and feedback that strengthen discipline capability and reinforce TEECOM’s standards. While not a people manager, you’ll play a key role in developing TEECOM’s talent and reinforcing disciplined engineering practices. This position reflects strong engineering capability, reliable project leadership, and growing influence in shaping TEECOM’s systems, documentation, and delivery. • As an Associate Principal, your impact comes not only from the quality of your own discipline work, but from how effectively you guide project teams, strengthen coordination, and support the growth of TEECOM’s engineers. You contribute in three key ways:Mentor and Support Engineers, • You strengthen project teams by guiding Designers and Associates, reinforcing disciplined design practices, clear documentation, and sound technical judgment., • You contribute to TEECOM’s talent pipeline by serving as either a Mentor or a Mentee—helping grow others while also expanding your own capability., • As a Mentor: You accelerate others’ growth by setting expectations, providing clear direction, and reinforcing disciplined, high-quality work., • As a Mentee: You advance your own development by actively seeking feedback, applying guidance, and building readiness for larger scopes and leadership responsibilities.Contribute to Training and Knowledge, • You elevate team capability by actively engaging in design reviews, debriefs, and cross-discipline discussions that improve shared understanding and decision-making., • You strengthen discipline consistency by offering insights and clarification that help teammates apply standards correctly and develop stronger engineering judgment., • You support TEECOM’s learning culture by modeling disciplined documentation, fostering collaborative problem-solving, and shaping training resources that accelerate the growth of Designers and engineers.Improve the TEECOM System, • You reinforce firmwide consistency by applying standards reliably and maintaining clear, accurate discipline documentation that others can depend on., • You strengthen workflows by identifying gaps in templates, tools, or processes and offering improvements—through constructive feedback and Pull Requests—that reduce rework and improve scalability., • You enhance project predictability by sharing lessons learned, reinforcing best practices, and helping teams stay aligned and clear in their approach., • You deliver accurate, well-coordinated discipline designs on mid- to large-size projects with increasing independence and reliable follow-through., • You apply strong judgment—identifying risks early, resolving discipline conflicts, and supporting cross-discipline coordination., • You maintain disciplined documentation across drawings, specifications, calculations, and decision logs, enabling predictable project delivery., • You improve TEECOM’s system by providing actionable feedback, proposing workflow refinements, and submitting targeted Pull Requests., • You communicate clearly with clients and design partners—documenting decisions, clarifying requirements, and keeping teams aligned., • You mentor Designers, Associates, and production by providing guidance, markups, and timely feedback that strengthens their technical capability and documentation habits., • You collaborate closely with Project Leads and Group Leads to maintain alignment on scope, sequencing, and coordination strategy., • You support pursuits by contributing scope input, fee assumptions, and participating in interviews as needed., • You actively participate in client relationship development through networking events and conferences, direct outreach to clients and partners, and sharing intel gathered through documented interactions., • You deepen your discipline expertise through mentorship (as Mentor or Mentee), preparing for broader leadership responsibilities., • You model TEECOM’s Core Values—Care, Trust, and Value—through clear communication, disciplined execution, and proactive problem-solving., • These responsibilities and expectations represent what is required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.Annual and Quarterly, • Partner with Project Leads, Group Leads, and senior engineers to strengthen coordination strategy, discipline consistency, and delivery reliability across projects., • Participate in performance assessments and demonstrate measurable growth in engineering judgment, project leadership, and system contribution., • Lead technical design reviews that reinforce TEECOM standards, improve documentation clarity, and identify coordination risks early., • Contribute to discipline standards, workflows, and tools through targeted Pull Requests and documented lessons learned., • Strengthen team capability by mentoring Designers and engineers through clear technical guidance, markups, and feedback., • Identify recurring coordination challenges or workflow gaps and recommend improvements that enhance delivery predictability and cross-discipline alignment., • When serving as a Mentor, provide structured quarterly feedback that supports technical growth and readiness for increased project leadership.Monthly and Biweekly, • Deliver coordinated discipline designs including layouts, calculations, specifications, and supporting documentation that align with engineering intent and TEECOM standards., • Partner with Project Leads to confirm scope, sequencing, coordination strategy, and evolving client requirements., • Participate in project and discipline meetings, communicating decisions, constraints, risks, and next steps with clarity., • Review Designers’ and engineers’ work, providing guidance that strengthens technical accuracy, coordination alignment, and documentation quality., • When assigned as a Mentor, delegate meaningful scope, clarify expectations, provide structured feedback, and hold regular check ins that strengthen technical growth, documentation habits, and decision making., • Maintain clear documentation of decisions, assumptions, and client specific nuances across GitHub and project tools to support consistent delivery., • Review discipline progress against scope, schedule, and coordination milestones and surface risks early to support Project Leads in maintaining alignment., • Maintain accurate and timely time and expense entries that support delivery accountability.Weekly and Daily, • Prepare and review layouts, markups, calculations, and related deliverables, resolving discipline-specific issues with sound engineering judgment., • Participate in coordination meetings, clearly communicating impacts, decisions, and required follow-up actions., • Provide guidance to Designers and engineers by clarifying expectations, reinforcing documentation standards, and supporting informed decision-making., • Maintain clear, up-to-date documentation across Asana, GitHub, and shared project platforms to support delivery alignment., • Execute design and documentation tasks with increasing independence while maintaining alignment with TEECOM standards and project priorities., • Communicate proactively with cross-discipline partners to confirm assumptions, surface risks early, and maintain coordination clarity., • Keep project notes, markups, and documentation current as work progresses to ensure transparency and continuity.As Needed, • Support programming sessions, site walks, surveys, or construction-phase coordination, documenting findings clearly to maintain alignment with design intent., • Contribute to pursuits by developing discipline scope assumptions, OPCC inputs, and interview support as needed., • Research products, codes, and design approaches that strengthen technical solutions and coordination outcomes., • Support other teams during heavy workload periods or complex project phases to maintain firmwide delivery momentum., • When assigned as a Mentee, meet regularly with your Mentor to review feedback, discuss project decisions, and strengthen technical judgment and discipline expertise., • Supervisory: When serving as a Mentor, you provide structured coaching and quarterly performance feedback for assigned mentees. You support day-to-day discipline execution by aligning Designers, engineers, and production team members with project priorities, scope, and documentation standards, while identifying dependencies, risks, and resourcing needs that inform workload planning., • Mentorship: Provide hands-on coaching and design guidance to Designers and engineers assigned to your projects. When paired as a Mentor, you hold regular check-ins, clarify expectations, review progress, and contribute input to quarterly and annual performance assessments. You reinforce disciplined documentation, communication, and coordination practices through clear guidance and example., • Training: Support the development of training content, participate in design reviews, and help team members strengthen technical and documentation skills through practical, project-based coaching., • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred) or equivalent experience., • Experience: 6+ years of experience in AEC or related professional services with demonstrated discipline-specific capability., • Preferred: Experience leading discipline portions of mid- to large-size projects, supporting coordination, and providing guidance to Designers or engineers., • Proven ability to deliver accurate, well-coordinated designs and make sound decisions within your discipline., • Strong understanding of project delivery workflows, client expectations, documentation standards, and cross-discipline coordination requirements., • Demonstrated experience contributing to documentation updates, standards refinement, or QA/QC workflows through GitHub Pull Requests or similar platforms., • Strong proficiency in Autodesk (AutoCAD, Revit), Bluebeam Studio, Microsoft 365 Suite, Google Workspace, and GitHub.Industry certifications preferred by discipline:, • RCDD (Telecom/ICT) — preferred, • PEng — plus, • PMP — plus, • These physical demands represent what is required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed., • Prolonged desk work using a computer, keyboard, mouse, and telephone., • Regular reading, writing, and communication in virtual and in-person settings., • Occasional travel to client sites for meetings, surveys, or inspections., • Site walks may require standing or walking for extended periods, climbing stairs, and navigating construction or utility areas., • Field activities may involve bending, kneeling, or maneuvering in confined spaces., • May occasionally lift or move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds., • These work environment characteristics represent the conditions encountered while performing essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed., • Approximately 75% of work is performed in a remote or office environment using standard office equipment., • Approximately 25% occurs at client sites, including construction environments and existing facilities., • Construction sites may include exposure to elevated noise levels, dust, uneven or unfinished walking surfaces, variable lighting conditions, and active construction operations., • Utility rooms and similar spaces may have restricted access or may not fully comply with ADA accessibility standards. When access limitations exist, TEECOM will support coordinating reasonable accommodations with site-controlling contractor or alternative means to perform essential job functions., • All accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions must be reported immediately to the site superintendent and internally to People Operations.£85,000 - £105,000 a yearThis compensation will vary depending on your role-related skills, experience, knowledge, and subject matter expertise. TEECOM is committed to making sure that we are the right fit for each applicant and that each applicant is the right fit for our team. As we get to know each other throughout the interview process, the compensation may vary within the stated range. TEECOM offers a comprehensive benefits package to support employees and their families, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents, basic and voluntary life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan with profit-sharing contributions, paid parental leave, lifestyle and legal benefits, pet benefits, and performance-based bonuses. Full-time exempt team members also enjoy flexible time off, and all employees receive nine scheduled paid holidays.Your level will be evaluated and determined during the interview process. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that TEECOM does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, TEECOM will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, TEECOM explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of TEECOM.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Description At Spotted Zebra, we're building something we genuinely believe in: an AI-native end-to-end hiring platform that helps the world's leading organisations find the right people, faster and fairer than ever before. In short, we're making hiring something everyone loves again - both talent teams and candidates alike. We're a multi-award-winning Series A company giving talent leaders the solution they've always needed. Skills science native. AI-amplified. Built by people who've lived and breathed TA and knew there had to be a better way. Spotted Zebra brings Interview Intelligence, Skills Assessments, and AI Interview Agent together in one powerful platform, designed for intelligence and action. One powerful agent and assistant: Spot. Working the way talent teams need it to, always with humans in control. The result is talent teams get the insight to predict who will succeed, the speed to move before competitors, the governance to defend every hiring decision, and the capacity to focus on the human moments that matter most. But our product is only part of the story. Spotted Zebra isn’t just building an AI-native product; we’re building an AI-native company. AI is changing how we build, sell, support customers and make decisions. We use it to move faster, stay closer to customers, reduce unnecessary processes, and give talented people more leverage in their roles. That means joining Spotted Zebra isn’t just a chance to work on the future of hiring. It’s a chance to help shape what the future of work looks like inside a scaling company: compact, ambitious teams using AI to collaborate better, make decisions quickly, and deliver meaningful impact at speed. The FTSE100 and Fortune500 companies trusting us include British Airways, NIQ, Domino's, Lidl, Merlin Entertainments, AWE, United Utilities, and Paramount. We've been named Personnel Today's Talent Acquisition Supplier of the Year 2025, secured gold across multiple industry awards, and were recently named on the UK Top 100 Startups List. But what we’re most proud of is the team. People join Spotted Zebra because the mission is real, the product is genuinely exciting, and the opportunity to shape the future of hiring is huge. What makes it special is the way we work: smart, committed people in compact teams where trust is high, decisions happen quickly, and everyone has the chance to make a visible impact. If that sounds like the kind of place you want to do your best work - read on. Fun fact: A group of zebras is called a dazzle – and ours truly is dazzling! We create a culture in which our team thrives and gallops ahead. As we roam free and empower our dazzle, we gallop ahead on the journey to achieving our goals. We understand this journey will pose challenges along the way, yet we brighten the trail with our positive mindset and encouragement of others. The dazzle continuously moves, gaining knowledge and skills so that we can graze new grounds. You’ll join Spotted Zebra at a defining moment, with the opportunity to turn an ambitious product vision into the company that defines AI-native hiring. As Senior Director of Product, you’ll work closely with the CEO to set the direction across Product and Design, shape the priorities of the wider Product, Design and Engineering organisation, and translate rapid advances in AI, deep customer insight and commercial opportunity into a focused strategy that wins. You’ll influence the company’s biggest bets, help take our product into new global markets, and tell a compelling product story to enterprise customers, partners, investors and the board. You’ll also build the organisation and operating model capable of delivering that ambition. You’ll lead and develop a growing, high-performing Product and Design organisation, building on the five crews already in place, each with dedicated Product Management and support from specialist Design SMEs. You’ll embed AI-augmented ways of working that materially increase our speed and quality, and create a close partnership with Engineering so strategy, discovery and delivery move as one. You’ll stay close to customers and hands-on with the work when it matters, while creating the clarity, culture and capability Spotted Zebra needs to scale without losing the pace, ownership or product craft that makes us special. Key responsibilities: 1. Product & Design organisation leadership - Own and lead both the Product and Design function, providing strategic direction, clear priorities, and a high-performance culture across all teams. Directly manage and coach high-performing individual contributors, being a trusted thinking partner and raising the bar for quality and craft. Stay hands-on where it matters — rolling up your sleeves on strategy, discovery, or delivery when the work calls for it. Own organisational design, budget and headcount planning across Product and Design, ensuring the function has the structure, capability and investment needed to deliver the company’s ambitions., 2. Engineering influence & collaboration - While Engineering has its own leadership, act as a senior cross-functional partner who shapes how Product, Design, and Engineering work together. Influence technical roadmap prioritisation, drive alignment on delivery trade-offs, and ensure the Engineering organisation has the strategic context it needs to make great decisions. Step in to provide leadership continuity across the broader build organisation when needed., 3. AI Augmented Delivery (AAD) - Set the standard for AI-Augmented Delivery across Product and Design, building on the five crews already in place, each with dedicated Product Management and support from specialist Design SMEs. You will embed AI throughout strategy, discovery, research, prototyping, design, specification and decision-making, enabling crews to move from customer insight to high-quality implementation with greater speed, accuracy and ambition. This will be a deeply hands-on part of the role: you will model the behaviours and tooling you expect from others, develop the team’s capability, and evolve the operating model so that AI increases individual leverage and organisational capacity without compromising product craft, customer understanding or enterprise-grade quality., 4. Talent attraction through personal brand - Use your own professional profile and reputation to attract exceptional talent to Spotted Zebra. Whether through an active social media presence, published writing, speaking engagements, or thought leadership in the product and AI community, you will help put Spotted Zebra on the map as a destination for ambitious, talented people., 5. Global product strategy - Define and champion the long-term product vision across all markets. Lead the expansion of our product strategy to serve enterprise customers in the United States and other international markets, ensuring that global growth needs - from regulatory requirements to local customer behaviours - are embedded in how we build and position our product. Champion the voice of the customer and user at executive level, and ensure product strategy remains closely aligned with commercial priorities through strong partnerships with Sales, Customer Success and Marketing., 6. Executive leadership & CEO partnership - Serve as a true strategic partner to the CEO, stepping in to represent the company and lead across Product, Design, and Engineering during key moments such as fundraising, board engagement, and major partnership discussions. Bring the product and technology perspective into investor conversations, presenting with confidence on roadmap, vision, and competitive positioning. Represent Spotted Zebra externally with prospective enterprise customers, at industry events, and across the press and analyst community., 7. Cross-functional ownership beyond Product & Design - Take accountability for functions that sit at the boundary of product and go-to-market, including Solutions Architecture. Ensure these teams are well-integrated with Engineering and customer-facing colleagues, are resourced appropriately, and contribute effectively to both pre-sales and post-sales success., 8. Scaling through fundraising & growth stages - Bring proven experience of navigating and shaping businesses through funding rounds. Help the company build the operating foundations, processes, and team structures needed to sustain rapid growth without losing speed or quality, while supporting the CEO in building a compelling narrative for investors. We are looking to double the size of the team over the next 6–12 months, and you will play a central role in making that growth successful. Lead organisational design decisions as the company scales, including when to hire, restructure or introduce greater specialisation, and proactively identify and manage strategic risks to delivery, growth and product quality. Requirements • Product & Design leadership at scale: Demonstrated experience leading a Product and Design organisation across multiple teams and disciplines, with a track record of directly managing and elevating high-performing individual contributors while maintaining a hands-on presence in the work, • Engineering partnership at senior level: Proven ability to work as a true peer and strategic partner to Engineering leadership - influencing technical direction, driving cross-functional alignment, and stepping up to provide broader leadership continuity when needed, without needing to hold direct line management of Engineering teams, • AI-native delivery: Proven experience building or transforming a product function to operate in an AI-native way - embedding AI tooling into discovery, design, and delivery workflows to increase the speed, quality, and ambition of what the team can produce, • AI tooling fluency: Hands-on proficiency with AI tools relevant to product and design work - from prototyping and research synthesis to writing, analysis, and delivery acceleration. Sophisticated understanding of AI and its application in B2B products, including an informed view on how AI will reshape the competitive landscape and what that means for product strategy and build decisions. You don’t just advocate for AI use; you model it, • IC management & coaching: Proven ability to directly manage, coach, and develop team members across Product and Design - up to and including a Head of Design - setting high expectations, giving honest feedback, and creating the conditions for great work without needing a management layer between you and the team, • Hands-on capability: Comfortable and willing to get hands-on when the situation demands it - whether that’s diving into a discovery problem, shaping a strategy document, or stepping in to unblock a critical piece of work, • Scaling through funding rounds: Hands-on experience helping a high-growth startup navigate the transition from early-stage to scaled operations, including building the processes, structures, and culture that sustain growth without sacrificing agility, • Global product experience: Proven ability to develop and execute product strategy across international markets, with particular weight given to experience building for or expanding into the United States enterprise market, • Executive presence & investor readiness: Comfortable operating at board and investor level, with experience contributing to or leading fundraising narratives, due diligence processes, or strategic partnership discussions, • Cross-functional ownership: Experience owning functions beyond core product and design - such as Solutions Architecture, Technical Pre-Sales, or Implementation - and integrating them effectively into the broader product and go-to-market motion, • B2B SaaS at enterprise scale: Deep experience building and scaling enterprise SaaS products, with a strong understanding of the commercial dynamics, implementation complexity, and stakeholder management that enterprise customers require, • Strategic product thinking: Ability to operate across multiple time horizons simultaneously - holding a clear long-term product vision while ensuring near-term execution remains focused, well-resourced, and commercially grounded, • Customer co-creation at executive level: Experience engaging executive stakeholders at enterprise customers to shape product direction, co-develop solutions, and build deep, long-term relationships that drive retention and expansion, • Experience in HR technology, talent assessment, or adjacent people-tech markets, • Track record of building products that serve both enterprise and mid-market customer segments simultaneously, • Experience establishing or scaling a product presence in the United States, including hiring and managing distributed teams across time zones, • Background operating as or alongside a Chief Product Officer or VP of Product in a high-growth environment Benefits Meaningful share options Health insurance Enhanced pension Nursery salary sacrifice scheme ️ 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) Remote-first Work from home budget L&D budget Dental cover Eye-care support Co-working space budget Wellbeing allowance ✈️ Travel insurance Electric car scheme Beyond our core benefits, you'll get access to the latest AI-powered tools and technologies, giving you everything you need to do your best work. At Spotted Zebra, we welcome people of all stripes. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and an inclusive and diverse culture. We believe that each and every one of us possesses an extraordinary set of skills and abilities, waiting to be discovered, nurtured, and harnessed for the benefit of all. We are a team. And no matter your race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, civil or family status, age, or disability, we will empower you to unleash your superpower to help us create a world where everyone is able to utilise their unique blend of skills and abilities to contribute to the greater good. Everyone is unique and we encourage you to let us know in your application, or share with your recruiter directly, if there is anything we can do to make your interview experience with us more comfortable and positive. At Spotted Zebra, everyone is welcome. So even if you don't meet all the requirements, we would still love to hear from you. We are always keen to speak with people who are passionate about our mission. Ready to gallop ahead with us? We're a team that moves fast, thinks big, and isn't afraid to challenge how things have always been done. If you're excited about using AI and skills science to transform how the world hires, apply now and a member of our dazzle will be in touch!

Control Systems Engineer | Colchester | Up to £55,000 The company We're working with a well-established, specialist engineering business based in Colchester that designs and delivers safety-critical control systems for demanding sectors including rail, marine, and oil & gas,with projects spanning the UK and internationally. This is a genuinely interesting place to build a career: small enough that your work has real impact, experienced enough that the technical challenges are serious. The role As a Control Systems Engineer you'll be involved across the full project lifecycle, from initial design through to on-site commissioning, working on both new builds and upgrades to existing systems. Some UK and overseas travel is required for commissioning work, so a willingness to be away from home periodically is important. Developing detailed control system designs, wiring schematics, and layouts using AutoCAD Writing and developing PLC code, Allen Bradley Rockwell as a minimum Designing SCADA systems and HMIs Hardware and software design engineering Testing, validation, and commissioning of new systems (UK and overseas sites) Reviewing project specifications and developing functional design documentation Attending technical and design meetings with clients and stakeholders What we're looking for Proven experience in control systems design and implementation Strong PLC programming skills, Allen Bradley Rockwell essential Proficiency with SCADA, HMI, and related control system hardware/software AutoCAD experience is essential, evidence of this will be required Industrial communications knowledge (Profibus, Ethernet, DeviceNet) Degree in Control, Automation, or Electrical Engineering preferred Experience with safety-critical or SIL-rated systems is a strong advantage Rail industry knowledge is advantageous but not essential Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas What's on offer 25 days holiday + bank holidays Annual performance-based bonus Health & wellbeing programme Subsidised gym membership Team building events Pension scheme How to apply If you're a Control Systems Engineer based in or around Colchester and your background fits, we'd love to hear from you. Apply with your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Mark #INDHV