Data Center Cabling Sr. Technician, Team Lead

Align; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Paid time off

Paid training

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Align is seeking a Data Center Cabling Project Manager to lead large cabling installations for AI and hyperscale data centers across the U.S. You will oversee low-voltage cabling planning, standards, and field execution to ensure safe, correct, and on-schedule delivery.

No prior PM experience required; we value leaders with data center cabling backgrounds who can guide field crews. Expect 75% travel to project sites nationwide, with a full benefits package, paid training, and performance-based

Qualifications

• 3+ years in structured cabling, low-voltage, or fiber in large data centers.
• Experience leading field cabling crews on multiple sites.
• Ability to read cabling design drawings and specs.
• Knowledge of labeling standards and best practices.
• Strong Excel skills for data vetting and tracking.
• Excellent organization and communication abilities.
• Comfortable in active live data center environments.
• Willingness to travel 75% to project sites.

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—verifying terminations, labeling, routing, and test results.
• Monitor project progress and timelines; communicate changes and updates 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 systems

Field team leadership

Reading drawings

Excel tracking

Safety compliance

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

As the Data Center Cabling Project Manager, you will lead and manage large, cabling installations for major AI and hyperscale data centers across the U.S. You’ll oversee all aspects of low‑voltage cabling, from planning and standards to field execution, and make sure everything is installed safely, correctly, and on schedule.

We do not require prior Project Manager experience. We are looking for experienced leaders with strong data center cabling backgrounds who have successfully led field teams and installations. If you have served in roles such as Data Center Cabling Superintendent, Cabling Lead, Lead Technician, Frontman, or similar, we’d love to hear from you.

• This is a full‑time, salaried position with full benefits, paid time off, paid training, and performance-based bonuses.
• This position requires 75% travel to project sites nationwide, including AI build locations.

Key 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—verifying terminations, labeling, routing, and test results.
• Monitor project progress and timelines; communicate changes and updates 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.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in structured cabling, low‑voltage, or fiber optic systems—ideally in large data centers or mission‑critical environments.
• Proven experience managing field cabling crews.
• Ability to read and understand cabling design drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of labeling standards and cabling best practices.
• Strong Excel skills (data vetting, port mapping, tracking, pivots/macros).
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in active, live data center environments.
• Able to handle fast‑paced, high‑pressure project timelines.
• Willing to travel 75% of the time to project sites (8‑12 hour days during builds).
• Hands‑on troubleshooting skills using OLTS, OTDR, VFL, and similar testing tools.
• Experience leading 5‑10+ technicians across multiple sites.
• Knowledge of safety compliance, field documentation, and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent field experience.
• Experience with cabling systems for AI or HPC workloads (Spine‑Leaf topology, InfiniBand, etc.).
• Strong understanding of racks, containment, and pathway systems.
• Familiar with TIA/EIA and BICSI standards and building codes.
• Experience working with owner’s reps, vendors, and major manufacturers.
• Certifications like BICSI, RCDD, or TIA are a plus.
• Experience managing bids, RFIs, RFPs, change orders, and QA/QC documentation.
• Advanced troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis for cabling issues.