IT Project Engineer

October 22, 2026

Office

Middle

Saffron Walden, United Kingdom

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Office-only work

Description

A growing managed IT services provider is hiring a Project Engineer to deliver technical projects for its business customers. The role combines hands-on Microsoft 365, Azure, server, networking and security work with end-to-end project delivery: scoping, planning, documentation and handover. Projects are delivered remotely and on customer sites, so travel and a full UK driving licence are required. Salary is £35,000–£45,000 per year depending on experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver technical projects across customer environments
Attend customer sites where required
Scope, plan, implement and document project work
Carry out Microsoft 365, Azure, server, networking, endpoint and security-related project tasks
Support migrations, infrastructure upgrades, security improvements and new system deployments
Liaise professionally with customers, suppliers and internal teams
Ensure project documentation is accurate, complete and properly handed over
Escalate risks, delays and technical issues in a timely manner
Provide technical guidance to helpdesk and support teams where required
Maintain high standards of organisation, communication and customer service

Requirements

Strong technical background in managed IT services or a similar technical environment
Experience delivering technical projects for business customers
IT project management experience of at least 3 years
Microsoft 365 administration and migration experience
Azure and Entra ID experience
Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong technical judgement and problem-solving ability
Confident working independently and taking ownership of outcomes
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel to customer sites when required
Full UK driving licence and own car
Must be commutable to CB10
United Kingdom work authorisation
Desirable: Windows Server and Active Directory experience
Desirable: networking knowledge including firewalls, switching, wireless and VPNs
Desirable: cyber security and compliance awareness
Desirable: experience working for a managed service provider
Desirable: familiarity with PSA, RMM and documentation platforms