Associate Director

Associate Director – ICT & Structured Cabling

Fully Remote

Up to £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