Communications Infrastructure Manager I (Hybrid)

Acord (association For Cooperative Operations Research And Development); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

The Communications Infrastructure Manager I will lead the day to day activities of technician staff and will facilitate the timely resolution of all computer related questions, problems, and requests from end-users.

The Communications Infrastructure Manager I will be responsible for:

1. Supervising the daily activities of the Communications Infrastructure team, including staff evaluation, hiring, performance management, and staff development.

2. Providing strategic direction and technical expertise in communications infrastructure, structured cabling systems, cellular networks, and audiovisual systems.

3. Overseeing structured cabling installation projects, ensuring project management resources track tasks, resource requirements, schedules, and budgets while maintaining compliance with hospital construction safety requirements.

4. Leading the development and continuous updating of communications infrastructure standards, ensuring understanding among Facilities project managers, architects, engineers, and designers.

5. Ensuring compliance with design documents, internal policies, and industry standards while effectively resolving conflicts through collaboration.

6. Collaborating with IT technical teams to understand infrastructure needs and designing solutions and standards that align with those needs.

7. Producing and maintaining documentation, drawings, and specifications using tools like Visio, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word for technical and operational purposes.

To qualify you must have:

1. Bachelor's Degree in the field of Computer Science Programming
2. 3 years of experience in related field
3. BICSI RCDD, AVIXA CTS or other relevant certifications preferred.
4. Working knowledge of general construction principles, specifically with the installation of structured cabling systems and tel/data infrastructure.
5. Proficient in the review of Technology, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Architectural drawings (blueprints) to coordinate low voltage and AV system requirements.
6. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software
7. Able to communicate complex concepts and designs graphically with tools such as Microsoft Visio and PowerPoint. (Work samples will be requested)
8. Strong written, verbal and inter-personal communication skills
9. Ability to write, read, understand, and interpret technical documents.
10. Capable of critical thinking including problem analysis and resolution at both a strategic and a functional level.
11. Ability to work independently and on multiple projects at the same time.

Local candidates are strongly preferred due to the hybrid nature of the role.