Average Infrastructure Specialist salary in Manchester

Are you an experienced Infrastructure Analyst looking for a varied role where you can work with modern technology, contribute to major transformation projects and take ownership of emerging technical workstreams? Opportunities exist in Liverpool or Manchester with hybrid working.We are a well-established, international professional services organisation that is investing significantly in its technology estate. You will join a friendly and collaborative infrastructure team supporting UK and international operations, with the opportunity to work across both business-as-usual services and strategic projects.The organisation is modernising its infrastructure through technologies including software-defined networking and datacentre solutions, alongside the continued migration of core applications to SaaS and IaaS platforms. No two days will be the same, and you will have the scope to broaden your technical knowledge while developing ownership of new technologies and projects.Working closely with Infrastructure, Service Desk, Architecture and Project Management colleagues, you will:Maintain and develop the organisation's infrastructure and core IT systems.Support the delivery of technical projects from initial evaluation through implementation and transition into BAU support.Provide technical guidance to project managers and other stakeholders.Act as an escalation point for Infrastructure Analysts, helping to resolve complex technical issues.Support infrastructure change, service improvement and technology-roadmap initiatives.Produce and maintain system design, configuration, testing and recovery documentation.Improve knowledge sharing across Infrastructure and Service Desk teams.Contribute to disaster recovery, business continuity and high availability planning.Work collaboratively across IT to support the wider technology strategy.If you possess a combination of the following skills, then LETS TALK! You will need strong hands-on experience across a Microsoft-focused infrastructure environment, including:VMware administration, management and maintenanceMicrosoft Azure, including Entra ID and application configurationWindows Server 2016, 2019 and 2022Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Sites and Services, and replicationNetworking, routing and technical troubleshootingWindows file services and DFSRDisaster recovery, high availability, RPO and RTO principlesEnterprise application infrastructure and server back-end configurationMonitoring technologies such as SolarWinds, SNMP and MIBsChange and problem managementStrong analytical, troubleshooting and workload management skillsExperience in some of the following would be advantageous but not essential.Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Teams and IntuneAzure virtual machines and Azure networkingSingle sign-on, SAML and multi-factor authenticationHyper-V, Remote Desktop Services and MimecastZscaler, FortiGate or ArubaPowerShell, infrastructure automation, AI or Power PlatformCybersecurity or information-security technologiesTelephony, SIP trunking and call routingITIL Foundation or Microsoft Azure certificationsProfessional services or similarly demanding corporate environmentsIn return, you will be rewarded with an annual bonus, hybrid working, private medical cover, enhanced family leave, fitness allowance, pension, life assurance, 25+ days holiday, Christmas shutdown, electric vehicle scheme, extensive wellbeing support and ongoing training and development.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

F5 INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER - CONTRACTKEY POINTS* 6-month contract with potential extension* Hybrid - Edinburgh, Leeds or Manchester* 2 days per week on-site* Umbrella day rate - up to £700 p/d* F5 BIG-IP / Networking / Cloud InfrastructureABOUT THE CLIENTWe're working with a major UK organisation looking for an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to join an established Network Security and Traffic Management environment.You'll be joining a specialist F5 delivery team, working across sophisticated enterprise infrastructure and helping design, configure, test and maintain technologies spanning networking, cloud and application delivery.THE F5 INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER ROLE:As an Infrastructure Engineer, you'll work alongside the wider technical team to design, configure, test and maintain F5 devices across a complex enterprise environment.You'll utilise your experience across F5 BIG-IP technologies including LTM, GTM/DNS, APM and AWAF, alongside tooling such as Jenkins and GitHub, to support and enhance network infrastructure.The role will also see you building and deploying technologies across private and public cloud environments, contributing to enterprise applications and working with modern cloud architectures alongside traditional data centre environments.You'll need to be comfortable rapidly picking up domain knowledge, working independently when required and collaborating with technical teams to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues.F5 INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS* Proven experience working as an Infrastructure Engineer* F5 BIG-IP - LTM, GTM/DNS, APM and AWAF* Strong understanding of networking technologies, IP routing protocols and firewalls* Jenkins, GitHub or similar technologies* Agile methodologies, Jira and CI/CD pipelines* Python and enterprise integrations* AppViewX ADC+, DO and AS3* Building and deploying technologies across private and public cloud environments* Modern cloud architectures including CaaS and IaaS* Traditional data centre hosted architectures* Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities* Good understanding of Operational Resilience and SecurityCandidates will need to demonstrate evidence of the above experience within their CV to be considered.TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via .For further information please call me on / .By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.KEY SKILLSF5, F5 BIG-IP, BIG-IP, LTM, GTM, DNS, APM, AWAF, Infrastructure Engineer, Network Infrastructure, Network Security, Traffic Management, AppViewX, ADC+, DO, AS3, Jenkins, GitHub, CI/CD, Jira, Python, IP Routing, Firewalls, Cloud, Private Cloud, Public Cloud, CaaS, IaaS, Data Centre, Operational Resilience, Security

Your new companyA well-established and highly respected civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager / Contracts Manager to join its operational leadership team. The business has a strong reputation for delivering major infrastructure and civil engineering projects throughout the North West and continues to secure a healthy pipeline of work across highways, utilities and complex infrastructure sectors.This is an excellent opportunity for a driven construction professional to take ownership of a significant infrastructure scheme valued in excess of £20m, whilst playing a key role in the ongoing growth of the business.Your new roleAs Senior Project Manager / Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of a major infrastructure project, leading site operations from planning through to completion.You will manage multidisciplinary delivery teams, coordinate stakeholders and ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.Key responsibilities will include:Leading the delivery of a major civil engineering project valued at £20m+Managing project teams including Site Managers, Engineers and SupervisorsOverseeing earthworks, structures, reinforced concrete works and deep drainage packagesManaging Section 278 and Section 38 highway worksCoordinating utility diversions and new utility installationsManaging works associated with Section 104 and Section 106 drainage agreementsProducing and reviewing construction phase plans and logistics strategiesLeading progress meetings and commercial review meetingsMonitoring project performance, costs and cost-to-complete forecastsManaging NEC and JCT contract administrationReviewing programmes and maintaining detailed project schedules using Microsoft ProjectProducing and managing compensation events, variations and associated programmesManaging temporary works requirements and site resource planningCoordinating design development and programme deliverables with internal and external stakeholdersMaintaining four-week look-ahead programmes and reporting progress to senior managementWhat you'll need to succeedTo be considered, you will ideally possess:Significant experience delivering large-scale civil engineering and infrastructure projectsStrong knowledge of highways, drainage, earthworks and structural worksExperience managing schemes valued at £20m+Working knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contractsExcellent commercial awareness and contract management skillsExperience leading multidisciplinary construction teamsStrong programme management capability, including Microsoft ProjectExperience dealing with compensation events, variations and change control processesTemporary Works Coordinator and Appointed Person qualifications would be advantageousExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsWhat you'll get in returnCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits packageOpportunity to lead a flagship infrastructure projectLong-term career progression within a growing contractorExposure to high-profile projects across the North WestStable pipeline of secured workWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this opportunity, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact John Wilson at Hays Civil Engineering for a confidential discussion.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk