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Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Slough
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Structured Cabling Project Manager (Data Centre Construction Projects)
Location: Site Based in Slough, UK
About Our Client: Our client is a leading main contractor specialising in the delivery of large-scale, high-profile data centre construction projects. With a reputation for excellence and a commitment to innovation, they partner with some of the most prominent organizations globally.
The Opportunity: We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially astute Structured Cabling Project Manager to oversee complex data and fibre cabling installations within our client's cutting-edge data centre projects in Slough. This is a critical role for an individual with a proven track record in managing large-scale structured cabling projects from conception to completion, particularly within the demanding data centre environment. You will be instrumental in ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality infrastructure for our high-profile customers.
Ideal Qualifications (Highly Desirable):
RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer): Demonstrates a deep understanding of telecommunications distribution design principles.
PRINCE2 (or equivalent Project Management Certification): Validates expertise in structured project management methodologies.
CNIDP (Certified Network Infrastructure Design Professional): Further enhances design and infrastructure knowledge.
Valid ECS Card: Must hold a valid Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) card.Key Responsibilities: Project Leadership & Management:
Take full ownership of structured cabling projects within large data centre builds, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
Lead and motivate project teams, including internal staff and subcontractors.Stakeholder Liaison & Communication:
Act as the primary point of contact for structured cabling aspects, liaising extensively with main contractors, other on-site contractors, and end-clients.
Facilitate effective communication channels to ensure seamless project coordination and issue resolution.Financial Management:
Manage project financials, including budget forecasting, cost control, variation management, and invoicing.
Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring project profitability. Subcontractor Management:
Oversee the selection, negotiation, and management of structured cabling subcontractors.
Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure adherence to contractual obligations and quality standards.Progress Tracking & Reporting:
Implement robust systems for tracking project progress against milestones and KPIs.
Prepare and present regular, comprehensive progress reports to internal and external stakeholders.Technical Expertise:
Provide expert guidance and oversight on all aspects of structured cabling, including copper, fibre, and specialist data/fibre cabling for a variety of services.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.Quality Assurance:
Implement and enforce stringent quality control measures throughout the project lifecycle.
Conduct regular site inspections to ensure adherence to design specifications and workmanship standards.Risk Management:
Proactively identify potential risks and challenges, developing and implementing effective mitigation strategies.Commercial Acumen:
Demonstrate strong commercial awareness in all project decisions, identifying opportunities for value engineering and cost optimisation.
Manage contractual agreements and ensure compliance.Required Experience & Qualifications:
Extensive Experience: A minimum of 10+ years of dedicated project management experience within structured cabling, specifically focused on large-scale data centre projects.
Structured Cabling Expertise: A comprehensive and in-depth background in the design, installation, and testing of structured cabling systems (copper and fibre) for a variety of services within mission-critical environments.
Data Centre Project Experience: Proven experience in managing structured cabling installations within large, complex data centre construction projects.
Construction Project Experience: Demonstrable experience in managing projects within a construction site environment, understanding site logistics, health and safety regulations, and construction timelines.
Commercial Background: Strong commercial acumen with a proven track record in managing project financials, contracts, and commercial negotiations.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with main contractors, clients, and subcontractors.
Analytical & Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving project challenges.
Self-Motivated & Adaptable: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, demonstrating strong organizational skills and adaptability.
Health & Safety: A strong understanding of health & safety practices and regulations pertinent to construction and data centre environments.Why Join Our Client? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading main contractor at the forefront of data centre innovation. You will be working on some of the most significant and technologically advanced projects in the UK, with opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression within a dynamic and supportive environment.
To Apply: If you are a highly skilled and experienced Structured Cabling Project Manager with a passion for data centres and a desire to work on high-profile projects, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to (url removed) and to (url removed)Before You Apply
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