Door Locking Contract Engineering Lead

Door Locking Contract Engineering Lead

Bristol (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days remote)

Part-time options considered

Contract until end of 2026 (with strong likelihood of extension)

Up to £515/day PAYE or £700/day Umbrella (DOE)

If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.

The Opportunity

We’re supporting a major infrastructure programme and are looking for an experienced Door Locking Contract Engineering Lead to take ownership of a critical security and access control system.

This is a key role responsible for translating user requirements into system specifications, leading supplier engagement, and overseeing the full lifecycle of design delivery through to handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with end users to define requirements for door locking and key control systems
• Develop system architecture and detailed specifications to support supplier tendering
• Lead technical oversight and surveillance of supplier design delivery post-award
• Ensure delivery is safe, on time, within budget, and aligned to system requirements
• Manage design changes, risks, open points, and validation processes
• Coordinate with stakeholders to integrate systems into wider building designs
• Oversee final handover of design to installation teams

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience with access control systems (keys, cards, biometrics, mobile access etc.)
• Background in large-scale engineering or infrastructure projects
• Proven experience across specification, design, installation, and commissioning
• Ability to xwzovoh manage stakeholders and drive delivery across complex environments
• Strong technical documentation and reporting skills
• Experience working within controlled design/configuration environments
• Exposure to Assa Abloy systems is advantageous

Why Apply?

• High-impact role on a major infrastructure programme
• Flexible working with hybrid and part-time options
• Strong day rates with long-term contract potential
• Opportunity to lead a specialist system from concept through to delivery