Associate Director
13 days ago
Nottingham
Associate Director ā ICT & Structured Cabling Fully Remote Up to Ā£100,000 This role sits within an established consultancy known for delivering ICT and structured cabling design across large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong reputation in data centre environments. Due to continued growth within the commercial sector, the business is expanding its capability across corporate workplace and office fit-out projects, particularly within financial and professional services clients. The Associate Director will play a key role in leading this area, focusing primarily on commercial office environments while also supporting selected data centre projects where required. Key Responsibilities ⢠Lead the delivery of structured cabling and ICT infrastructure design across multiple projects, with a primary focus on commercial office fit-outs and corporate environments, ⢠Provide technical oversight of fibre and copper cabling systems, including backbone design, horizontal distribution, containment, and comms room layouts, ⢠Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensuring consistent delivery across all stages from concept design through to installation, testing, and handover, ⢠Oversee project programmes and resource planning to ensure delivery is aligned with client expectations, timelines, and quality standards, ⢠Maintain accountability for project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and overall cost control across multiple projects, ⢠Act as a senior client interface, particularly with financial and corporate organisations, ensuring requirements are clearly understood and delivered, ⢠Lead client and stakeholder meetings, providing updates on progress, risks, and technical solutions, ⢠Review, validate, and approve technical designs, drawings, and specifications to ensure compliance with industry standards and project objectives, ⢠Provide guidance on installation methodologies, testing procedures, and commissioning processes to ensure successful delivery through to completion, ⢠Ensure effective coordination between ICT infrastructure and wider building systems such as MEP, AV, and smart building technologies, ⢠Make key decisions relating to design, delivery strategy, and technical solutions throughout the project lifecycle, ⢠Mentor and support team members, contributing to overall team performance and development, ⢠Represent the business in client engagements and industry-related activities where required, ⢠Ensure all work is delivered in line with professional, ethical, and regulatory standards Experience & Skills Required ⢠Strong experience delivering structured cabling and ICT infrastructure projects, particularly within commercial office fit-out environments, ⢠Background working with corporate or financial clients, with an understanding of high-spec workplace requirements, ⢠Proven ability to manage projects across the full lifecycle, from design through to installation and handover, ⢠In-depth knowledge of fibre and copper cabling systems and associated infrastructure, ⢠Experience leading teams and coordinating multiple projects simultaneously, ⢠Understanding of construction environments, including health and safety requirements, ⢠Ability to review and validate technical designs and ensure compliance with relevant standards, ⢠Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with both clients and technical teams, ⢠Experience producing and reviewing technical documentation and specifications, ⢠Detail-oriented with a practical and solutions-focused approach, ⢠Comfortable working in a flexible or remote environment Desirable ⢠Industry certifications related to structured cabling or ICT infrastructure, ⢠Experience working with CAD or BIM design tools, ⢠Knowledge of wireless, telephony, and in-building mobile systems, ⢠Exposure to smart building technologies including security, AV, and integrated systems, ⢠Experience supporting or contributing to data centre projects Additional Information ⢠Flexible working arrangements, ⢠Opportunity to work across both commercial office and data centre environments, ⢠Collaborative and growing team environment, ⢠Competitive benefits package including healthcare and pension, ⢠Travel may be required depending on project needs