Job Description

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced IT Infrastructure Manager to join our team during the crucial construction phase of our new headquarters. This role will play a pivotal part in ensuring seamless integration of IT systems within the new building, from planning to implementation. The successful candidate will be responsible for collaborating with contractors, selecting and procuring IT equipment, and overseeing the cabling and network layout to support both office and warehouse operations.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with the construction team and contractors to understand the building layout, power supply, and physical space allocation for IT infrastructure.
• Design and develop a comprehensive IT infrastructure plan for the new headquarters, encompassing hardware, software, network architecture, and security solutions.
• Identify and procure all necessary IT equipment, including servers, workstations, network devices, cabling, and peripherals, ensuring best value and compatibility.
• Work collaboratively with contractors to ensure proper installation of cabling infrastructure (LAN, WAN, wireless) to support both office and warehouse environments.
• Oversee the configuration and alignment of IT systems with the new network infrastructure.
• Develop and implement a testing plan to verify the functionality, security, and performance of the IT infrastructure.
• Maintain clear and concise documentation of the entire IT infrastructure, including hardware inventory, network diagrams, and configuration details.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (departments) to understand their specific IT needs and ensure their requirements are incorporated into the infrastructure plan.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience as an IT Infrastructure Manager or similar role.
• Proven track record of successfully designing, implementing, and managing large-scale IT infrastructure projects.
• In-depth knowledge of hardware, software, network architecture, and security best practices.
• Strong understanding of cabling infrastructure standards and installation procedures (LAN, WAN, wireless).
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize, manage timelines, and budget effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including contractors and vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve technical challenges during the implementation process.

Desired Skills:

• Experience working within a construction project environment.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure for warehouse management systems (WMS) is a plus.
• Experience with data center operations and disaster recovery planning is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in IT infrastructure management tools and methodologies.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Deadline: 15/07/2024
Expected Start Date: 01/08/2024