Data Center Cabling Superintendent

Align; Port Reading (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Project bonuses

Paid travel

Advanced training

Job summary

Align is seeking a Data Center Cabling Superintendent to oversee cabling installations for major data centers. This full-time role requires managing a team of technicians while ensuring timely and quality installations across the U.S.

The position offers a competitive salary of $90,000-$125,000, along with benefits, project bonuses, and the opportunity for advanced training. Expect significant travel to various project locations, reflecting an engaging and challenging work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in structured cabling or fiber optic systems.
• Proven ability to manage field cabling crews effectively.
• Strong Excel skills including data tracking and reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead cabling installations in major data centers across the U.S.
• Supervise subcontractors and internal crews.
• Perform on-site quality checks and monitor project timelines.

Skills

Structured cabling experience

Field crew management

Cabling design reading

Excel proficiency

Troubleshooting skills

Safety compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

OLTS

OTDR

VFL

Job description

Overview

As the Data Center Cabling Superintendent, 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 ensure everything is installed safely, correctly, and on schedule. You’ll manage field teams (typically 50-100 technicians and contractors), coordinate with vendors, and travel frequently to active project sites.

Compensation and Travel

This is a full-time salaried role offering $90,000-$125,000, full benefits, project bonuses, paid travel, and advanced training. The 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 25-50+ 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.