Data Center Cabling Lead for AI/Hyperscale Projects

Align Communications; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Paid time off

Paid training

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Align Communications is seeking a Data Center Cabling Project Manager in Charlotte, NC to lead large, high‑stakes cabling installations for AI and hyperscale data centers across the U.S. You will oversee low‑voltage cabling, from planning and standards to field execution, ensuring safety, accuracy and on‑time delivery.

You don't need prior PM experience; we want proven leaders with data center cabling backgrounds who have led field crews and installations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in structured cabling, low‑voltage, or fiber optic systems, ideally in large data centers.
• Experience managing field cabling crews on multiple sites.
• Ability to read and understand cabling drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of labeling standards and cabling best practices.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Comfortable in active, live data center environments.
• Willing to travel 75% to project sites (8–12 hour days).
• Hands-on troubleshooting with OLTS, OTDR, VFL, and similar tools.
• Experience leading 5–10+ technicians across multiple sites.
• Knowledge of safety compliance, field documentation, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review and oversee installation of cabling and support systems in new data center white space.
• Set and maintain cabling standards (fiber and copper) for multiple projects.
• Build and manage cabling tracking sheets (pull patch schedules).
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors and internal crews to keep projects on schedule.
• Perform on‑site quality checks - verifications of terminations, labeling, routing, and test results.
• Monitor project progress and timelines; communicate changes to leadership and clients.
• Manage documentation including submittals, RFIs, change orders, and invoicing.
• Enforce safety rules and lead daily toolbox talks with field teams.
• Report daily field progress and any issues impacting schedules or budgets.

Skills

Structured Cabling

Low-Voltage

Fiber Optic

Data Center Experience

Leadership

Reading Drawings/Specs

Organization & Communication

Live Data Center Environment

High-Pressure Timelines

5-10+ Technicians Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

OLTS

OTDR

VFL

Job description

Align Communications is seeking a Data Center Cabling Project Manager in Charlotte, NC to lead large, high‑stakes cabling installations for AI and hyperscale data centers across the U.S. You will oversee low‑voltage cabling, from planning and standards to field execution, ensuring safety, accuracy and on‑time delivery.

You don't need prior PM experience; we want proven leaders with data center cabling backgrounds who have led field crews and installations.