Telecoms Contract Jobs in Reading
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Release Train Engineer (RTE) - Telecoms | £340 per day | Outside IR35 | Hybrid
Posted 4 days ago by Boost Talent
Key ResponsibilitiesFacilitate and coordinate Agile Release Train (ART) ceremonies, including PI Planning, ART Syncs, Sy...
- Rate £340 per day
- Category Outside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location South of Oxford
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Programme/Project Manager (Telecom, Military Defence, Rail Infrastructure Experi...
Posted 4 days ago by Endeavour Recruitment
Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a major part of a strategic government project in t...
- Rate £85,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Milton Keynes, UK
SRE Architect - (Telecom OSS/BSS environments)
Posted 1 week ago by Beacon Systems, Inc
About Beacon Systems, IncBeacon Systems, Inc, delivers Program Management, Science, Engineering, and Technology Solution...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Remote or Hybrid in Dallas, Texas
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Solution Architect(Telecom OSS, Mainframe, Gen AI)
Posted 1 week ago by Yochana IT Solutions
Senior Leader with 15+ years of Telecom OSS infrastructure experience, including leadership of large, cross-functional m...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote or Texas
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ServiceNow Designer (Telecoms) - City of London, London, EC3M 4AJ
Posted 1 week ago by Syntax Consultancy Limited
ServiceNow Designer needed with strong Telecoms industry experience.6 Month Contract based in London (Hybrid).Start ASAP...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location City of London, London, EC3M 4AJ
Network Project Manager (Telecom Infrastructure) HYBRID in Milton Keynes
Posted 1 week ago by Jobserve
OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Network Project Manager to lead a critical infrastructure project within a retail...
- Rate £55,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Milton Keynes
Remote Project Coordinator (Telecom)
Posted 2 weeks ago by TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group
What You'll DoCoordinate project activities including materials, inventory, and workflow trackingMaintain and update pro...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote or Anchorage, Alaska
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What You'll DoCoordinate project activities including materials, inventory, and workflow trackingMaintain and update pro...
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- Location Remote or Salt Lake City, Utah
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About Our Telecoms Contract Roles in Reading
What does a telecoms contractor do?
Telecoms as a sector generates contract work across a distinctive range of engineering, technology, commercial, and professional disciplines specific to the telecommunications industry. Contractors working in telecoms are engaged by mobile network operators, fixed-line broadband providers, cable operators, satellite communications companies, equipment vendors including Nokia, Ericsson, and Cisco, and the specialist integrators and professional services firms that design, build, and operate telecoms infrastructure on behalf of network operators. The sector's large capital investment programmes, technology refresh cycles, and the regulatory environment overseen by Ofcom create a consistent pipeline of project and programme-based contract work alongside the steady operational support market.
The telecoms sector has several distinctive technical domains that require deep specialist knowledge: radio access network engineering including the physical and logical design of macro and small cell deployments; core network engineering including IP/MPLS, IMS, and cloud-native 5G core network architecture; transmission and transport network engineering; OSS and BSS systems which manage network operations and billing; and telecoms regulatory and spectrum management, where Ofcom's requirements around spectrum licensing, network sharing, and coverage obligations create ongoing compliance and advisory work. Commercial and programme management roles in telecoms require familiarity with the specific contract forms and procurement practices of the sector, including the large programme frameworks under which operators procure network infrastructure from their equipment vendors. Most senior telecoms contractors have built their expertise within a specific technical domain and can navigate the operator-vendor relationship from either side.
What is the market like for telecoms contractors?
Telecoms contracting is supported by a large and long-term investment pipeline across both the mobile and fixed broadband markets. The 5G standalone network rollout, which follows the initial non-standalone deployments, is driving continued investment in core network and RAN infrastructure. The full-fibre broadband build-out, one of the largest infrastructure programmes in UK history, is generating substantial civil engineering, network design, and programme management contract demand. Enterprise 5G and private wireless networks are a growing source of contract demand as industrial and enterprise organisations invest in dedicated wireless infrastructure. The sector's mix of large operators, equipment vendors, and specialist integrators creates a diverse contractor market with varied engagement models and rate structures.
What is the contracting market like in Reading?
The Thames Valley corridor's concentration of global technology and telecommunications companies defines Reading's contracting character almost entirely. Several firms maintain their UK or European headquarters in and around the town, sustaining deep hiring activity across software engineering, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, networking, and IT programme delivery. This heavy technology skew means Reading lacks the breadth in finance, government, or construction found in comparably sized cities, but within its specialism the depth is exceptional. Proximity to London means the two markets overlap significantly, with many contractors working interchangeably across Reading and west London engagements. Rates closely track London levels for technology roles, typically sitting no more than 5 to 10 per cent below, reflecting the calibre of employers and the intensity of competition for specialist skills.
How much do telecoms contractors usually earn in Reading?
Contract rates for telecoms roles in Reading typically range from £420 to £735 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many telecoms vacancies in Reading are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 60 telecoms contract roles across the site, with Reading showing strong demand. Data reviewed up to July 2026.