Project Manager - Structured Cabling

Project Manager - Structured Cabling

Location: Irvine, CA
Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000 annually
Employment Type: Full-Time

Car & Phone Allowances

About IES Communications

IES Communications is a leading national provider of technology infrastructure solutions, specializing in structured cabling, data center infrastructure, network systems, security, audiovisual solutions, and wireless technologies. With decades of experience serving enterprise, healthcare, education, government, and commercial clients, IES delivers innovative solutions that power today's connected environments.

Our success is built on the strength of our employees. We invest in training, career development, and advancement opportunities, creating an environment where talented professionals can grow and thrive.

About the Opportunity

IES Communications is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Structured Cabling to join our Orange County team in Irvine, California.

This role is responsible for leading structured cabling and telecommunications infrastructure projects from pre-construction through closeout while ensuring customer satisfaction, operational excellence, financial performance, and project success.

We are looking for a true project management professional with extensive structured cabling experience who understands both the technical and business aspects of running successful projects. The ideal candidate will have experience managing large-scale low-voltage infrastructure installations, overseeing project finances, leading field teams, coordinating subcontractors, and maintaining strong customer relationships.

This position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile technology infrastructure projects throughout Southern California and support regional projects as business demands require. Candidates must be willing to travel periodically to project locations throughout California and neighboring states.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage structured cabling and low-voltage infrastructure projects from award through project completion.
• Oversee all aspects of project execution including scheduling, labor planning, procurement, installation, commissioning, and closeout.
• Maintain project financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, cost control, billing, and change order management.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate field supervisors, technicians, subcontractors, vendors, and internal support teams.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and scope documents.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards.
• Monitor manpower utilization and project productivity to maximize profitability.
• Conduct project meetings and provide regular status updates to customers and leadership.
• Identify project risks and develop proactive solutions to maintain project schedules and deliverables.
• Support business development efforts by assisting with project estimates, customer meetings, and scope reviews when necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Project Management experience within structured cabling, low-voltage, or telecommunications environments.
• Minimum 10 years of telecommunications or structured cabling industry experience preferred.
• Proven experience managing structured cabling projects including:
  • Copper and fiber optic cabling systems
  • Backbone and horizontal cabling
  • MDF/IDF buildouts
  • Data center cabling infrastructure
  • Network infrastructure installations
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, customer relationships, and field operations.
• Strong understanding of project financial management, forecasting, change orders, and profitability.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel as required to support project operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• BICSI RCDD Certification preferred.
• PMP Certification preferred.
• Experience managing enterprise, healthcare, mission-critical, or data center projects.
• Strong knowledge of BICSI standards and structured cabling best practices.
• Experience working with large-scale commercial construction projects.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $110,000 - $125,000 annually
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Vehicle allowance
• Cell phone allowance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Career Development and Training Programs
• Advancement Opportunities Within a Growing National Organization

Why Join IES Communications?

This is an opportunity to join one of the nation's leading technology infrastructure providers and play a critical role in delivering structured cabling and network infrastructure projects for some of the most recognized organizations in the country. If you are a seasoned Project Manager with a strong structured cabling background and a passion for leading successful projects, we want to hear from you.