Program Manager - Cabling / ICT

CBRE Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the delivery of structured cabling programs across large data center projects. You will manage multiple projects from planning through execution, ensuring safe delivery, quality compliance, scheduling, and client satisfaction.

You will coordinate project teams, subcontractors and stakeholders, develop schedules and budgets, oversee installation, testing and handover, and report progress with executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, PM, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience managing structured cabling, ICT, network infrastructure, or data center projects.
• Strong knowledge of copper and fiber optic cabling systems, testing, and commissioning.
• Experience delivering multiple projects in mission-critical environments.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of structured cabling projects within data center environments.
• Lead project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to achieve milestones.
• Develop and maintain program schedules, resource plans, and project budgets.
• Oversee installation, testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Ensure compliance with specifications, industry standards, and safety requirements.
• Monitor risks, issues, and change requests; implement mitigation plans.
• Build relationships with clients, consultants, vendors, and internal teams.
• Provide regular project reporting, forecasting, and executive updates.
• Drive quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

Scheduling tools

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/PM

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the delivery of structured cabling programs across large-scale data center projects. This role is responsible for managing multiple projects from planning through execution, ensuring safe delivery, quality compliance, schedule adherence, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of structured cabling projects within data center environments.
• Lead project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to achieve project milestones.
• Develop and maintain program schedules, resource plans, and project budgets.
• Oversee installation, testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and safety requirements.
• Monitor project risks, issues, and change requests, implementing mitigation plans as required.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, vendors, and internal teams.
• Provide regular project reporting, forecasting, and executive updates.
• Drive quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience managing structured cabling, ICT, network infrastructure, or data center projects.
• Strong understanding of copper and fiber optic cabling systems, testing, and commissioning practices.
• Experience delivering multiple projects simultaneously in mission-critical environments.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and scheduling tools.
• PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced project environment and manage cross-functional teams.

Preferred Experience

• Data Center construction or fit-out projects.
• Structured cabling systems (fiber backbone, copper, containment, pathways).
• Network infrastructure deployment and migration activities.
• Managing regional or multi-site cabling programs.