Technical Manager - Data Centre Project's

Onnec; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ONNEC Group is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to drive operational contributions across bid lifecycles for hyperscale data centre projects. You will collaborate with Project Directors and Operations Managers to shape pre-construction strategies and ensure robust site administration for client opportunities.

You will bring proven leadership, strong documentation skills, and an ability to manage multi-site design and delivery activities while guiding clients to optimal technical

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering Telecommunications Infrastructure Cabling, ICT, or Security deployments in a management role.
• Strong project management expertise within IT and technical delivery environments.
• Experience leading multi-site design and delivery activities.
• Strong understanding of technical documentation (specifications, drawings, schematics).
• Proven ability to develop, review, and enhance project delivery documentation.
• Confident communicator with strong client presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience leading or supporting pre-sales activities.
• Ability to absorb, manage, and deliver new services and applications.
• Strong capability to organise and lead multi-skilled project teams.
• Solid understanding of project contracts, scope, and deliverables.
• Working knowledge of PRINCE2 or equivalent project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support Sales with PQQs and operational input during bid/tender stages.
• Provide pre-construction and post-award transition support to ensure smooth site start-up.
• Develop project schedules at tender stage and align with Client/PD/OM/PM requirements.
• Review project specs/drawings to identify RFIs and ensure accuracy.
• Assist commercial teams with technical contract reviews and risk assessment.
• Lead pre-construction activities to enable seamless site handover to project teams.
• Maintain installation/test trackers and verify testing requirements.
• Monitor risks/issues and provide accurate assessments to PD and clients.
• Drive continuous improvement in technical processes and documentation.

Skills

Telecom infrastructure management

Project management

Multi-site delivery

Technical documentation

Pre-sales collaboration

Team leadership

Client/stakeholder engagement

Education

CTPM

ECS

CDCDP

RCDD

Job description

Technical Manager - Data Centre Project's

ONNEC Group are a leading independent technology partner and global integrator, with over 30 years experience, and a 800+ team of global experts, specialising in providing end-to-end connectivity solutions that propel organisations everywhere.

From structured cabling to managed services, our end-to-end services give infrastructure that can be completely replied on. Design. Build. Deploy. Optimise. We offer a complete solution for business connectivity.

We are a rapidly growing organisation and finding and retaining the highest calibre of people is fundamental to us for the success of our business, we work hard to create a challenging, supportive and satisfying working environment for all our employees. ONNEC has successfully achieved the Investors in Diversity Foundational Award for our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

The Technical Manager will drive operational contributions throughout the bid lifecycle including both pre-construction and site administration services for all client opportunities. The Technical Manager will also provide operational experience and support throughout the bid cycle from

The Technical Manager will work closely with the Project Directors and Operation Managers to understand their associated operational strategies, as well as with the Project Support Manager to aid the development of a complimentary, high performing pre-construction and site administration function.

The Technical Manager will have proven experience of delivering Hyperscale Data Centre projects with extensive knowledge of the associated operations processes and procedures, as well as common major milestones. They will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within the business at all levels. They will possess proven leadership skills with excellent influencing and communication skills. Meticulous attention to detail with a diligent approach to reviewing and developing technical documentation is essential for this role along with a continuous improvement mind set to always look for innovative ways of improving our service delivery.

They will become the ‘go to’ person for all technical matters relating to the client’s data centre infrastructure and project delivery requirements.

What you’ll be doing as our Technical Manager:

• Supporting the Sales team with PQQs and Operational assistance where required.
• Provide operational support and experience into the Pre-Sales teams to improve our proposals and mitigate potential operational issues post award.
• Build, or assist in building, project schedules at tender stage.
• Thoroughly examine project issued specifications and drawings – during bid stage to highlight potential RFIs and post award to ensure project documents are accurate.
• Support the commercial teams with technical reviews of contracts.
• Post award, provide pre-construction services to build a professional and seamless transition process such that when the project team start on-site, all lead-in and central service activities are complete and ready for submission.
• Help build and maintain installation and test result trackers.
• Advise PD/OM/PM regarding specific project testing requirements.
• Ensure engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures take place.
• Review and monitor project risks and issues to provide accurate assessments to PD and clients.
• Develop, implement, and maintain sound business practices.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and assistance in all aspects of the project lifecycle.
• Grows long-term relationships with clients.
• Effectively communicates relevant information to superiors.
• Take responsibility for various special projects from time to time.
• Evaluate and redesign project offerings, where beneficial.
• Understand the implications of different technical choices and can professionally guide clients to the best solution for their situation.

What we’re looking for in our Technical Manager:

• Extensive experience delivering Telecommunications Infrastructure Cabling, ICT, or Security deployments in a management role
• Strong project management expertise within IT and technical delivery environments
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-site design and delivery activities
• Strong understanding of technical documentation (specifications, drawings, schematics)
• Proven ability to develop, review, and enhance project delivery documentation
• Confident communicator with strong client presentation and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience leading or supporting pre-sales activities
• Ability to absorb, manage, and deliver new services and applications
• Strong capability to organise and lead multi-skilled project teams
• Solid understanding of project contracts, scope, and deliverables
• Working knowledge of PRINCE2 or equivalent project management methodologies

Qualifications :

CTPM, ECS, CDCDP, RCDD

• Experience delivering Electronic Security projects
• Experience in Enterprise Networking deployments (WAN, LAN, WLAN, Servers, Desktop)
• Experience producing financial and operational reports for senior management
• Additional certifications beneficial:
• PRINCE2, BICSI, ITIL Foundation, MSP