Cabling Foreman

Description

The Low Voltage Cabling Foreman is responsible for leading and overseeing all structured cabling and low-voltage installation activities during a data center fit-out project. This includes supervising field technicians, organizing daily work schedules, ensuring quality and safety compliance, managing inventory and equipment staging, coordinating with other trades, and ensuring projects are completed on time and according to specifications.

• Oversee receiving, inventory tracking, and organization of materials, hardware, cables, and consumables.
• Ensure tools, lifts, testers, and equipment are maintained and accounted for.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks, crew briefings, and work planning meetings.
• Review and sign off on test results, as-built documentation, and closeout materials.
• Maintain professional communication and represent the low-voltage team on-site.
• Supervise staging of racks, patch panels, cabinets, pre-terminated assemblies, and equipment prior to installation.
• Ensure all crew members follow safe work practices when working on ladders, lifts, overhead pathways, and underfloor environments.
• Work closely with project managers, general contractors, electricians, HVAC teams, and network engineers to align installation sequences and resolve conflicts.
• Enforce all jobsite safety rules, OSHA regulations, data center access protocols, and PPE requirements.
• Ensure proper cable management, routing practices, and data center cleanliness.
• Assign daily tasks, monitor progress, and ensure the crew adheres to project schedules and installation standards.
• Manage material forecasts and communicate shortages or procurement needs to the Project Manager or warehouse team.
• Coordinate sequencing of racks, cabling routes, patching, and pathway installation.
• Inspect and verify that all copper and fiber terminations, cable routing, labeling, and pathway installations meet TIA/EIA, BICSI, NEC, and client-specific standards.
• Train and mentor technicians in proper installation techniques, safety procedures, and quality expectations.
• Lead a team of low-voltage technicians performing copper and fiber installations, terminations, testing, and data center build-outs.
• Complete safety logs, incident reports, and risk assessments as required.
• Ensure all tasks are aligned with engineered drawings, cable schedules, rack elevations, and method-of-procedure (MOP) documents.
• Troubleshoot escalated technical issues, test failures, or installation conflicts.
• Plan daily/weekly work activities based on project milestones, construction schedules, and material availability.
• May require occasional night, weekend, or off-hour work during critical transitions.
• Track project progress and communicate updates, delays, or impacts to the Project Manager.
• Participate in coordination meetings, site walks, and client updates.

Requirements

• Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and in overhead or underfloor spaces.
• Experience leading teams in mission-critical or live data center environments.
• 4–7+ years of structured cabling or low-voltage installation experience, including data center environments.
• BICSI Technician (TECH) or higher (such as RCDD is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of copper/fiber termination, testing, and certification tools (Fluke DSX, OTDR, fiber inspection equipment).
• Comfortable walking large data center floor areas and standing for extended periods.
• OSHA 10/30 or equivalent safety certification.
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs.
• Fast-paced construction and commissioning environments with tight deadlines.
• Frequent coordination with multiple trades and stakeholders.
• Ability to read, interpret, and implement structured cabling drawings, rack elevations, and MOP/SOP documentation.
• Prior experience as a Lead Technician or Foreman supervising crews.
• Experience with inventory control, equipment staging, and materials management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with project management software, drawing review tools, and documentation platforms.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance