Network & Structured Cabling, Manager

About Us

Yi-Ke Innovations Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based IT services and system integration company founded in 2018.

The company specializes in data centre infrastructure, physical security systems, facility management software, IoT applications, and managed IT services.

Yi-Ke Innovations provides turnkey smart building and technology solutions for sectors such as government, commercial, healthcare, banking, and data centres, with a focus on innovation, scalability, and sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Network & Structured Cabling Manager to lead and manage network infrastructure, structured cabling, and data centre infrastructure projects from planning through completion.

The candidate will be responsible for project planning, technical coordination, site execution, manpower management, subcontractor and vendor coordination, resource planning, cost control, testing, commissioning, and project handover.

The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on knowledge of network infrastructure, servers, structured cabling, fibre and copper systems, and data centre environments, together with proven experience managing project teams and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage network infrastructure, structured cabling, and data centre infrastructure projects from planning to completion

Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, manpower, and resource requirements

Develop and maintain project schedules, installation programmes, manpower plans, and project budgets

Manage and coordinate engineers, technicians, subcontractors, vendors, and site teams

Liaise with clients, consultants, main contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure smooth project execution

Review project specifications, network diagrams, rack layouts, cable schedules, drawings, and technical requirements

Plan and coordinate the installation and implementation of network infrastructure, servers, racks, switches, and related IT equipment

Oversee structured cabling installation including copper and fibre optic cabling, termination, patching, labelling, and cable management

Coordinate fibre optic splicing, termination, testing, OTDR testing, and cable certification activities where required

Monitor site progress and ensure installation works are completed according to approved schedules and project requirements

Coordinate network equipment installation including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, and other infrastructure

Coordinate server and rack installation, equipment mounting, patching, and infrastructure deployment

Ensure proper rack layouts, cable routing, containment, patching, and cable management

Monitor project manpower, materials, equipment, tools, and other resources

Manage procurement requirements and coordinate delivery of materials and equipment to project sites

Monitor project costs, expenses, variations, subcontractor costs, and support overall cost control

Identify technical issues, project risks, site constraints, and potential delays and implement corrective actions

Coordinate with vendors and manufacturers for technical support, product information, troubleshooting, and system requirements

Oversee testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, rectification, and final handover activities

Review and ensure completion of testing records, cable schedules, network documentation, rack elevations, as-built drawings, and handover documents

Conduct regular site inspections and project coordination meetings

Prepare and provide regular project progress reports and management updates

Ensure all works comply with project specifications, quality standards, workplace safety requirements, and site regulations

Support tender submissions, project costing, technical proposals, and business development activities when required

Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or related field

Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in network infrastructure, structured cabling, data centre infrastructure, IT infrastructure, or related project management

Proven experience managing network infrastructure, structured cabling, or data centre projects

Strong technical knowledge of network infrastructure, structured cabling, servers, racks, and data centre systems

Good understanding of copper and fibre optic cabling systems

Knowledge of Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, single-mode and multimode fibre

Good understanding of network equipment including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, and related infrastructure

Experience coordinating engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and vendors

Strong project planning, manpower planning, resource management, and cost control skills

Able to read and interpret network diagrams, rack elevations, cable schedules, floor plans, and technical drawings

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Good communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office and project documentation

Willing to travel to project sites and data centres when required

Preferred Skills

Strong experience in data centre infrastructure and structured cabling projects

Hands-on experience with copper and fibre optic installation, termination, splicing, and testing

Experience with Fluke cable certification testing and OTDR testing

Knowledge of BICSI standards and structured cabling best practices

Experience with network equipment from Cisco, HPE, Aruba, Juniper, Fortinet, Dell, or equivalent

Experience with server infrastructure from Dell, HPE, Lenovo, or equivalent

Familiarity with data centre rack layouts, overhead/underfloor cabling, containment, patching, and cable management

Experience with network migration, infrastructure upgrades, and system implementation

Familiarity with AutoCAD and technical drawing software

Experience managing large-scale data centre or critical infrastructure projects is an advantage

Experience working with data centre operators, main contractors, consultants, or M&E contractors

Relevant networking, cabling, data centre, or IT infrastructure certifications will be an advantage

Strong commercial awareness and experience managing project budgets and subcontractor costs