Telecoms Project Manager

Matchtech Group; Darmstadt; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group in Germany is seeking a Telecoms Project Manager to lead fibre optic and telecoms infrastructure delivery across European data centre projects, including AI and hyperscale environments. You will manage installation teams, coordinate with M&E, IT, and security, ensure safety and quality, and travel across European site locations.

The role supports mobilisation through handover and requires strong stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering fibre optic, structured cabling, or network infrastructure projects.
• Strong site delivery skills, including managing technical teams, subcontractors, and technical interfaces.
• Understanding of cabling routing, termination, splicing, testing, and installation methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of fibre optic and telecom infrastructure packages on multiple project sites, from mobilisation to handover.
• Manage installation teams, subcontractors, and specialist vendors to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to client standards.
• Coordinate with construction, M&E, commissioning, security, and IT teams to guarantee seamless project execution.
• Oversee installation activities—routing, cabling, containment, termination, testing, and documentation—adhering to high quality standards.
• Ensure all works are planned and prepared, including permits, materials, drawings, and site readiness.
• Drive early resolution of blockers, issues, or risks that could impact safety or project schedules.
• Support testing, inspection, defect resolution, and production of as-built and turnover documentation.
• Contribute to project reporting, budget tracking, and change management processes.

Skills

Fibre optic

Structured cabling

Network infrastructure

Site delivery

Stakeholder management

Job description

Telecoms Project Manager
Data Centre
London / Frankfurt
Permanent Position
€90,000 to €110,000

Candidates require full right to work in the EU
We are unable to assist with work permits and Visas

Our client is leading the way in delivering cutting-edge digital infrastructure across Europe. They are seeking a talented Project Manager to drive the delivery of fibre optic and telecoms infrastructure within high-profile AI and hyperscale data centre projects. If you have a solid background in fibre installation, structured cabling, or telecoms projects, and thrive in complex, technically demanding environments, this is your chance to work on the most innovative digital backbone of tomorrow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of fibre optic and telecom infrastructure packages on multiple project sites, from mobilisation to handover.
• Manage installation teams, subcontractors, and specialist vendors to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to client standards.
• Coordinate with construction, M&E, commissioning, security, and IT teams to guarantee seamless project execution.
• Oversee installation activities-routing, cabling, containment, termination, testing, and documentation-adhering to the highest quality standards.
• Ensure all works are planned and prepared, including permits, materials, drawings, and site readiness.
• Drive early resolution of blockers, issues, or risks that could impact safety or project schedules.
• Support testing, inspection, defect resolution, and production of as-built and turnover documentation.
• Contribute to project reporting, budget tracking, and change management processes.

Job Requirements:

• Proven experience delivering fibre optic, structured cabling, or network infrastructure projects.
• Strong site delivery skills, including managing technical teams, subcontractors, and technical interfaces.
• Understanding of cabling routing, termination, splicing, testing, and installation methods.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders in complex environments, with excellent organisational skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management capacity.
• Experience working in data centres, hyperscale environments, or secure, mission-critical settings is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel across European site locations.

Why Join?

You'll be part of a fast-paced, innovative team delivering vital connectivity infrastructure for digital transformation. This role offers the chance to build expertise in one of the fastest-growing sectors of construction-AI, hyperscale, and high-performance computing projects-while working across diverse locations throughout Europe. Be at the forefront of digital progress and elevate your career with a forward-thinking employer.