> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2917434-ran-deployment-lead](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2917434-ran-deployment-lead). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # RAN Deployment Lead - **Company:** mecs communications - **Location:** Newbury, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £62,400.0 - £74,880.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Software Deployment, Wireless Networks, SC Clearance - **Published:** September 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5883901699 ## About the Role * Collaborative Engineering, Delivery & Operations Teams Candidate Profile Must possess a minimum of 3 years' experience working within RAN deployment programmes, coordinating multiple suppliers & delivery partners to deliver mobile network sites through the deployment lifecycle. You will combine practical RAN deployment knowledge with strong delivery management, supplier management & stakeholder engagement skills, alongside technical understanding of one or more key areas of site deployment including design, acquisition & build. Essential * 4+ years' RAN deployment experience * Delivering sites within RAN deployment programmes * End-to-end mobile network site delivery experience * Working across multiple suppliers & delivery partners * Site design, acquisition and/or build * Managing site delivery plans, milestones & dependencies * Supplier & delivery partner management experience * Risk, issue & escalation management * Health & Safety obligations within site deployment * Budget, cost & forecast management experience * Governance & delivery reporting experience * Stakeholder management & communication skills * Ability to lead, make decisions, problem solve & collaborate across teams * Using data & insight to support delivery decisions * Eligible to obtain SC Clearance Desirable * Delivering large-scale UK mobile network transformation programmes * Complex multi-vendor & multi-partner delivery environments * Supplier performance management & KPIs * Delivering network upgrade / modernisation programmes * Driving right-first-time delivery & quality improvement Key Traits * Strong leadership & ownership mindset * Problem-solving capability * Delivery-focused & commercially aware * Confident managing suppliers & delivery partners * Collaborative & consultative * Strong stakeholder communication * Comfortable managing complex site portfolios ## Description @mecscomms is recruiting for an experienced contract RAN Deployment Lead to support a major UK mobile network transformation programme, delivering the build & upgrade of mobile network sites across a regional portfolio. Working within a large-scale, multi-partner RAN deployment environment, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of RAN sites from nomination through design, acquisition, build & activation to successful transfer into operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mobile telecoms deployment professional to join a major UK network programme focused on improving coverage, connectivity, reliability & customer experience. Purpose Own & drive the successful end-to-end delivery of RAN sites across an assigned regional portfolio, coordinating internal teams, suppliers & delivery partners to ensure sites are designed, acquired, built, activated & transferred into operations safely, on time, within budget & to the required quality standards. Technology / Delivery Environment * Radio Access Network (RAN) * UK Mobile Network Infrastructure * RAN Site Deployment * Network Build & Upgrade * Site Design * Site Acquisition * Site Build * Site Activation * Operational Handover * Regional Site Portfolios * Multi-Supplier Delivery * Delivery Partner Management * Health & Safety * Programme Governance * Budget & Forecast Management * Delivery Reporting * Network Transformation Core Activity * Manage end-to-end delivery of RAN sites * Drive sites from nomination through to operational handover * Coordinate design, acquisition, build & activation activities * Manage suppliers & delivery partners against agreed plans * Manage regional site delivery milestones & dependencies * Identify & resolve delivery risks, issues & dependencies * Manage site costs against budgets & forecasts * Maintain governance, reporting & programme visibility * Ensure Health & Safety compliance throughout delivery * Drive quality & right-first-time delivery Responsibilities * Take ownership of RAN sites from nomination through to transfer into operations * Collaborate with delivery partners to design, acquire, build & activate network sites * Ensure sites are delivered against agreed programme plans, budgets & quality requirements * Engage supporting teams & stakeholders to ensure successful site delivery * Manage interdependencies between internal teams, suppliers & delivery partners * Identify, escalate & resolve issues that place delivery plans at risk * Ensure appropriate governance & reliable reporting is maintained across the delivery lifecycle * Communicate delivery progress, risks & issues into the wider programme & dependent partner organisations * Manage site costs against agreed budgets & forecasts * Ensure suppliers & partners comply with Health & Safety obligations, policies & regulatory requirements * Monitor supplier performance against agreed plans, KPIs & delivery targets * Use data & insight to make informed delivery decisions & resolve operational issues * Drive a quality-focused, right-first-time approach to site deployment Deliverables * Successful end-to-end delivery of assigned RAN sites * Sites delivered in line with agreed programme milestones * Effective coordination of design, acquisition, build & activation * Delivery partners performing against agreed plans & targets * Site costs controlled against budget & forecast * Effective management of delivery risks, issues & dependencies * Robust governance & accurate programme reporting * Compliance with Health & Safety standards * High-quality, right-first-time site delivery * Successful transfer of completed sites into operations Working Environment * Major UK Mobile Network Transformation Programme * Large-scale RAN Deployment * Hybrid Working * Multi-Supplier & Delivery Partner Environment ## Related Videos - [100 times more frequent deployments: How did we create a high performance team?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1069-100-times-more-frequent-deployments-how-did-we-create-a-high-performance-team) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Building The World’s Worst Image Editor™](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1836-wearedevelopers-live-building-the-world-s-worst-image-editor) - [The user in the eye of the Cargo1492 storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/96-the-user-in-the-eye-of-the-cargo1492-storm) - [Prototyping with Hardware and the Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/651-prototyping-with-hardware-and-the-web) - [From Space to Software: Reliability Lessons 40 Years After Challenger](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100283-from-space-to-software-reliability-lessons-40-years-after-challenger) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Mastering Remote Work: Tips for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/558-mastering-remote-work-tips-for-developers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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