Structured Cabling & Smart Infrastructure Consultant

COMPUTACENTER (UK) LIMITED; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Structured Cabling & Smart Infrastructure Consultant to lead design for structured cabling solutions. You will engage with customers directly and produce detailed project bids. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills, design certifications, and experience with high-value projects of £500K+. Join a firm dedicated to innovative infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in design and estimation for structured cabling.
• Strong knowledge of BICSI standards and related certifications.
• Familiarity with NEC-3 and JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and estimation process for structured cabling solutions.
• Produce detailed bids and cost models for tenders.
• Engage directly with customers and present solutions.

Skills

Design and estimation for structured cabling

Understanding of IP-connected devices

Excellent communication skills

Commercial awareness and analytical mindset

Ability to work independently or in a team

Education

Design certifications from key manufacturers

Willingness to work toward BICSI certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CAD

Bluebeam

Job description

Life on the team

At Computacenter, we power the digital transformation of some of the worlds most respected organisations. Join our Smart Infrastructure team, a high-performing and collaborative business unit driving cutting-edge projects across public and private sectors. As a Structured Cabling & Smart Infrastructure Consultant, youll become a key player in shaping intelligent solutions for our customers spanning Structured Cabling, Racks, PDU, WiFi, CCTV, and AV.

Whether youre based in one of our main offices or working remotely, youll be part of a dynamic environment where technical excellence is valued, professional growth is supported, and your impact will be felt nationwide.

What you’ll do

Lead the design and estimation process for structured cabling and infrastructure solutions

Produce detailed bids and cost models for tenders, working closely with Account and Solutions teams

Engage directly with customers to provide expert input, attend meetings, and present solutions

Provide technical authority across a wide range of projects, acting as a trusted advisor to internal and external stakeholders

Apply best practices and industry standards such as BICSI to ensure quality and compliance in all design work

Support solution development across various technologies including IP-connected devices, WiFi, AV, and CCTV

Deliver accurate, scalable, and commercially sound designs using CAD, Bluebeam, and estimation tools

Influence design decisions, contribute to enterprise-level planning, and maintain a high level of technical documentation

Support colleagues by sharing expertise and coaching less experienced team members

What you’ll do

Proven experience in design and estimation for structured cabling, pathway systems, and Smart Infrastructure solutions

Strong understanding of IP-connected devices (e.g. CCTV, AV, WiFi, Digital Signage, Cellular Solutions)

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), CAD, and Bluebeam

Design certifications from key manufacturers (e.g. Corning, Systimax, Panduit, Nexans / Aginode)

Knowledge of BICSI standards and willingness to work toward RCDD, CDCDP, CNIDP, or ECSE certifications

Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences

Analytical mindset with strong commercial awarenessconfident in creating cost models, assessing risk, and maximizing profit opportunities

Ability to work independently or as part of a team on high-value projects (£500K+)

Familiarity with NEC-3, JCT contracts, and key commercial terms such as LDs, retentions, and warranties

Experience designing solutions for Data Centres, Warehouses, and complex enterprise environments

Join us and help build the infrastructure of the future. Apply today and bring your expertise to a team that values innovation, quality, and real-world impact.