Project Manager (Data Cabling)

Job Title: Structured Cabling Project Manager

Location: UK-wide (with /international travel as required)

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + £6,000 Car Allowance + Benefits

Industry: IT Construction / Structured Cabling / Data Infrastructure

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time



Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in

structured/data cabling to lead the delivery of IT infrastructure projects across a diverse range of environments, including hyperscale data centres, distribution centres, retail estates, hospitals, commercial buildings, construction sites, and student accommodation.

This is a technical and leadership-driven position requiring a hands-on individual capable of managing projects from pre-construction design and planning through to final commissioning and client handover.



Key Responsibilities:

Project Ownership & Delivery

● Take full ownership of all services delivered across assigned projects.



● Serve as the first point of contact for clients, fostering excellent working relationships

and ensuring complete satisfaction.



● Drive project lifecycle from design development to completion and handover.



● Plan and manage delivery resources including engineering labour, materials, tools,

and third-party suppliers.



● Monitor and control project timelines, risk management plans, deliverables, and

change requests.



Client & Commercial Interface

● Act as the lead interface between the business and client for design, commercial,

and operational matters.



● Maintain a strong focus on project P&L - manage budgets, cost reports, and

forecasts.



● Issue monthly internal financial summaries and client progress reports.



● Produce all required project documentation, including method statements, handover

packs, and commissioning certificates.



Technical Scope (Structured Cabling)

● Oversee full IT Construction fit-out of Data Halls and commercial spaces.



● Manage cabinet/rack build, secure anchoring, earthing, and alignment.



● Supervise installation of copper (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, Cat7) and fibre (OM4, OS2,

MPO/MTP) backbone and horizontal cabling infrastructure.



● Lead patching, termination, looming, and labelling in line with ISO/IEC and TIA/EIA

standards.



● Manage active equipment installation (switches, servers, patch panels, PDUs,

GPUs/CPUs).



● Direct testing and commissioning (Fluke DTX/DSX, OTDR, OLTS), documentation,

and quality assurance for handover.



Health, Safety, and Compliance

● Ensure project teams comply with HSE regulations, RAMS, and site-specific

protocols.



● Implement and uphold Quality Assurance measures and company-wide H&S

policies.



● Oversee all site-based activity to ensure white space cleanliness, anti-static controls,

and pathway integrity.



Environments Covered:

● Hyperscale Data Centres (Greenfield and live environments)



● Distribution Centres & Logistics Facilities



● Retail & Hospitality Sites



● New Build Student Accommodation



● Healthcare Environments / Hospitals



● Construction Sites (Cat A/B Fit-outs)



● Commercial Offices & Smart Buildings



Required Qualifications & Experience:

Technical/Professional Experience

● Minimum 5 years' project management experience in structured/data cabling or ICT

infrastructure environments.



● Proven track record delivering structured cabling projects across varying verticals.



● Hands-on background ("from the tools") in installation, testing, and delivery.



● Extensive knowledge of cabling standards and white space infrastructure within data

centres.



Qualifications

● ECS/CSCS Black or Gold Card



● SSSTS / SMSTS (Essential for live site management)



● CNCI / CNIT / CTPM / CDCTP or equivalent data infrastructure certifications



● PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification ()



● IOSH/NEBOSH (desirable)



IT Skills

● Familiarity with Fluke Linkware, Visio/AutoCAD (for drawings), and MS Project



● Understanding of BMS, access control, smart technologies (desirable)



Additional Requirements

● Strong leadership and team coordination skills.



● Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement ability.



● Willingness to travel nationally and occasionally internationally as required.



● Valid UK driving license.



What's in it for you:

● Competitive base salary (£50,000-£55,000)



● £6,000 annual car allowance



● Enhanced company benefits package



● Opportunities to work on flagship infrastructure projects across Europe



● Strong internal progression and development pathway



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