Compliant freelance, labour-leased and permanent recruitment services for the DACH region and the UK since 2005.
Industry experts in recruitment for technology
20+ years helping organisations secure specialist talent in complex, regulated markets.
We specialise in telecoms and energy - experts fuelling digital and energy change.
With our international network, we provide talent solutions powered by insight and compliance expertise.
100% strategic - built on relationships, not transactions, guiding better hiring decisions.
Our 360° talent mapping ensures timely, precise hiring across entire ecosystems.
We partner with some of the world’s most recognised organisations in telecoms and energy. From global innovators to emerging enterprises, our clients rely on RIZE for precise, compliant, and high-value recruitment that drives lasting results.
We connect businesses with specialists who design, build, operate, optimise and manage complex mobile, fixed and enterprise telecoms and IT networks.
RIZE delivers talent to power the future of energy. With proven sector expertise and access to highly skilled professionals, we support with short-term projects to long-term placements, where we provide flexible, tailored solutions that support your business goals.
We connect talented professionals with industry-leading organisations and early-stage businesses. Explore our latest roles in telecoms and energy.
Motivating tasks: Taking on project management or sub-project management for network expansion projects, as well as responsibility and control of budget, schedule, and quality within the (sub-)projects for which you are responsible Leading interdisciplinary project teams and resolving conflicts Close technical coordination with all interfaces/neighboring departments and the customer Current specific assignment: Sub-project management of technical coordination for project planning/engineering in the HVDC underground cable project Rhein-Main-Link Approximately 2 days per week: Appointments in Frankfurt, at ILF locations, or on the route (Lower Saxony) Impressive qualifications: Degree in civil engineering or mechanical/electrical engineering and over 10 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years in underground cable projects Project management training according to IPMA or similar In-depth knowledge of underground cable technology, civil engineering methods, and approval processes Solution-oriented, fact-based, and decisive action with a confident manner Active promotion of good and productive cooperation Class B driver's license and willingness to travel within Germany
Job Description – Senior Project Manager, Project Planning Location: Germany (Hybrid) Reporting to: Program Director Role Purpose The Head of Project Planning is responsible for owning and leading the end-to-end project planning function for large-scale mobile infrastructure rollouts across Germany. The role acts as the central layer between commercial commitments, deployment execution, and external delivery partners, ensuring that milestones, KPIs, resources, and rollout strategies are defined, tracked, and delivered in line with contractual SLAs and national rollout targets. This is a senior operational role, sitting at the intersection of program management, rollout strategy, and delivery performance within a TowerCo environment Key Responsibilities Rollout Planning Own the national rollout master plan across multiple programs (e.g. MNO build-to-suit, colocation, modernization, swap). Define and maintain end-to-end rollout processes, from site acquisition through design, build, integration, and handover. Establish standardized milestone frameworks (e.g. SA, permit, design, build start, RFS, PAC/FAC). Translate commercial rollout commitments into operational delivery plans. KPI & Performance Management Design and manage delivery KPIs including: Time-to-RFS Milestone adherence Partner productivity Cost vs budget Backlog / pipeline health Build management dashboards and reporting packs for Head of Deployment and executive stakeholders. Drive a performance culture using data-driven insights and corrective actions. Partner & Stakeholder Management Act as primary interface for external delivery partners: General contractors Design houses Civil works providers System integrators Define partner KPIs, governance cadences, escalation paths. Align internal stakeholders: Site acquisition Engineering Construction Finance / commercial Program & Portfolio Control Run portfolio-level planning across thousands of sites. Manage interdependencies between parallel rollout programs. Own resource planning and capacity modelling. Identify delivery risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Senior IP Network Engineer Responsibilities We are looking for a Senior IP Network Engineer to deliver high-level IP/MPLS services across complex network environments. You will be involved in the full lifecycle of network projects, from design and deployment through to migration and operational support. Key responsibilities include: Designing, configuring and integrating large-scale IP/MPLS networks Leading complex deployment and migration projects Participating in network architecture and design reviews Providing post-implementation support and advanced troubleshooting Supporting pre-sales activities, including technical workshops, trials and proof-of-concept engagements Technical Skills Core Requirements: Strong experience delivering professional network services (design, implementation, testing, support) Deep understanding of IP networking technologies including: Routing protocols: OSPF, IS-IS, BGP MPLS & traffic engineering: RSVP-TE, LDP, Segment Routing Services: QoS, IP VPN, VPLS, EVPN, BNG, CG-NAT, IPSec Hands-on experience building, deploying and troubleshooting production networks
Our consultants work closely with clients to avoid costly hiring mistakes, improve workforce planning, and build teams that deliver.
This consultative approach underpins our long-standing relationships, including a 20-year partnership with one of our earliest clients.
Our model is strategic, consultative and built for long-term value. We work with global leaders such as Google, Ericsson, Nokia, 1&1, UGG and E.ON companies, demonstrating our ability to deliver at the highest levels across regulated markets.
We ensure the best when working with us.
We’re specialists who understand your technology and market.
We get the right people, with the right skills, in the right roles.
Fully referenced, qualified candidates who stay the course.
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We deliver specialist talent that drives performance. With every Account Manager bringing a wealth of recruitment experience, we are trusted to deliver the right people quickly, compliantly and without compromise.
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