Head of Datacomms in London

Head of Datacomms in London

London Full-Time 67500 - 82500 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Technical Resources Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead technical delivery of datacomms projects in dynamic environments.
  • Company: Established company known for high-quality IT and infrastructure solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and a chance to work on prestigious projects.
  • Other info: Join a collaborative team and enhance your career in a thriving sector.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the tech industry while leading innovative datacomms initiatives.
  • Qualifications: Senior experience in datacomms, strong leadership, and technical skills required.

The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 Β£ per year.

Location: London / South East

Salary: Β£70,000 – Β£80,000

Are you an experienced Head of Datacomms based in London or the South East looking for your next opportunity? As a Head of Datacomms, you will be responsible for leading the technical delivery and commercial performance of Day 2 datacomms and structured cabling works, managing moves, adds, changes and remedial projects across prestigious commercial estates and live, business-critical environments. You will be joining an established company with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality managed IT and infrastructure solutions to its customers.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the delivery of Day 2 datacomms works, including moves, adds, changes and remedial projects across live and occupied environments.
  • Oversee planning, scheduling, permits, method statements and change control to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
  • Manage blown fibre design, installation, testing and commissioning, reviewing test results, as-built documentation and technical submissions.
  • Manage estimating, variations, cost control and margin protection, supporting tenders and pre-sales activity with technical input and risk assessments.
  • Lead, develop and manage engineers, site teams and subcontractors, acting as the escalation point for technical and delivery issues.
  • Maintain strong client, contractor and consultant relationships while promoting high standards of health and safety, including CDM compliance.

Experience and Certifications required:

  • Significant senior experience delivering datacomms and structured cabling works, including proven Day 2 and live environment delivery.
  • Strong knowledge of blown fibre systems from design through to commissioning, alongside familiarity with AV, unified communications and network infrastructure.
  • Commercial experience covering variations, cost control and margin management, with a good understanding of construction and subcontract contracts.
  • Strong leadership, communication and client-facing skills, with confidence providing technical advice to senior stakeholders.
  • SMSTS and CNIDP required.
  • Excel, CommScope, Panduit or equivalent manufacturer accreditation, or CFOT / equivalent fibre certification (desirable).

Please apply with an up-to-date CV for more information. We can only accept candidates who have the Right To Work in the UK.

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Technical Resources Ltd

Contact Details:

Technical Resources Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of Datacomms in London

Technical Delivery
Commercial Performance
Project Management
Blown Fibre Design
Installation and Commissioning
Cost Control
Margin Management