Deployment Manager

TGS International Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

TGS International Group is looking for an experienced Data Center Installation Lead to manage onsite teams during the delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects across multiple locations. The role involves overseeing structured cabling, rack and stack operations while ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with structured cabling systems, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage both personnel and project timelines effectively. Travel may be required for domestic and international deployments.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with structured cabling systems required.
• Strong attention to detail in cable dressing and labeling.
• Experience in managing large-scale HPC or data center installations.
• Proficient in rack and stack operations with various mounting systems.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills essential.
• Ability to work independent and manage onsite teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise engineering teams during installations.
• Coordinate project activities and resolve issues onsite.
• Plan and oversee installation of structured cabling systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Identify site issues and communicate with stakeholders.
• Coordinate with project management and engineering teams.

Skills

Structured cabling systems (copper and fiber)

Attention to detail in cable routing

Management of large-scale installations

Proficiency in rack and stack operations

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Independent work

Job description

One of our clients are seeking an experienced Data Center Installation Lead to oversee onsite teams and manage the successful delivery of large-scale infrastructure deployment projects. This role involves coordinating all aspects of data center installation activities — including structured cabling, rack and stack operations, and compliance with technical and safety standards — across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage onsite engineering teams of 4–10 personnel during data center installations of varying size and complexity.
• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact (“hot wire”) for project coordination, issue resolution, and progress reporting.
• Plan, execute, and supervise the installation of structured cabling systems (copper and fiber), ensuring high standards of cable dressing, labeling, and containment.
• Oversee rack and stack operations, including work with diverse mounting systems and vendor hardware.
• Ensure full compliance with data center standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
• Proactively identify and communicate site issues, installation challenges, and potential delays to internal and client stakeholders.
• Coordinate with project management, engineering, and client teams to maintain project timelines, quality, and deliverables.
• Travel as required to domestic and international deployment sites.

Required Experience

• Demonstrated hands‑on experience with structured cabling systems (copper and fiber).
• Strong attention to detail in cable routing, dressing, and labeling across containment systems.
• Proven success managing large-scale HPC or data center installations.
• Proficiency in rack and stack operations, including multiple mounting systems and diverse hardware vendors.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently while effectively managing onsite teams.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel for deployments as needed.