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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Connectivity Engineer - **Company:** CareerCircle - **Location:** Aiken, SC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $114,400.0 - $156,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe InDesign, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Building Information Modeling, Computer Literacy, Data Centers, Software Design Documents, Internet Protocol, Microsoft Project, Network Architecture, Microsoft PowerPoint, Primavera, Software Technical Review - **Published:** August 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/sc/aiken/5e65ef6e-863d-4feb-9f7f-6a58072ff320 ## About the Role Budgeting Scheduling Operations Leadership Management Mitigation Colocation Forecasting Construction Data Centers Retrofitting Inside Plant Communication Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Decision Making Quality Control Project Scoping Field Inspection Constructability Project Controls Vendor Management Microsoft Project Quality Assurance Bill Of Materials Project Management Influencing Skills Program Management Business Valuation, Mission-critical infrastructure experience is highly preferred. Candidates from data centers, hyperscale environments, colocation facilities, telecommunications infrastructure, or similarly complex operational environments are encouraged to apply., Successful candidates will have experience in: * Mission-critical infrastructure environments * New-build data center construction * Data center retrofits and modernization projects * Structured cabling and connectivity deployments * Network infrastructure implementation projects * Vendor and contractor management * Budget ownership and forecasting * Project scheduling and controls * Quality assurance and quality control processes * Cross-functional stakeholder leadership * Owner's Representative (Owner's Rep) environments Candidates should be capable of discussing connectivity infrastructure at a technical level while also leading project teams, managing schedules, mitigating risks, and ensuring successful delivery., * 7+ years of project management experience. * Experience leading projects within construction, infrastructure, telecommunications, or mission-critical environments. * Experience engaging, influencing, and guiding stakeholders across multiple disciplines. * Experience providing solutions to construction-related challenges. * Strong communication, conflict resolution, and vendor management skills. * Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint., * New-build data center construction experience. * Data center development or construction management experience. * Mission-critical infrastructure project experience. * Owner's Representative (Owner's Rep) experience. * Experience managing IT or IP network deployment projects. * Experience leading structured cabling infrastructure deployments. * Experience reviewing installations against design documents and specifications. * Experience with Quality Assurance and Quality Control programs. * Fiber optic testing and troubleshooting experience. * Primavera P6 experience. * Experience supporting retrofit, modernization, and technical modification projects. Nice to Have * Outside Plant (OSP) deployment experience. * OTDR and OLTS testing experience. OSP experience is beneficial but is not the primary focus of this role. Most project work will be focused on Inside Plant (ISP) infrastructure., Innovation Resilience Housekeeping Data Centers Communication Lifting Ability Vertical Market Computer Literacy Telecommunications General Mathematics Organizational Skills Training And Development Overhead Crane Operation Injection Molding Machines Ethical Standards And Conduct Ability To Distinguish Colors, Teamwork Innovation Resilience Hand Tools Positivity Proactivity Data Centers Communication Vertical Market Renewable Energy Telecommunications Technical Training Willingness To Learn Training And Development Ethical Standards And Conduct Industrial Repair And Maintenance ## Description Structured Cabling, Conflict Resolution Contractor Management Full Stack Development Stakeholder Engagement Project Implementation Artificial Intelligence Project Risk Management Construction Management Business Transformation Construction Engineering Internet Protocols Suite Milestones (Project Management) Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Data Center Infrastructure Efficiency, We are seeking an experienced Senior Connectivity Engineer to support large-scale data center infrastructure projects in Aiken, South Carolina. This is a highly visible opportunity for a Senior-level professional who combines strong project management expertise with a solid understanding of connectivity infrastructure, construction execution, and vendor management within mission-critical environments. This position will support a combination of new-build data center construction, retrofit projects, technical modifications (Tech Mods), and rapid deployment initiatives, with new-build experience being the highest priority. Candidates who have successfully led infrastructure projects from planning through closeout and understand the complexities of working within active, mission-critical facilities will be highly regarded. This is a management-oriented Connectivity Engineer role with approximately a 60% project/program management and 40% technical oversight focus. While project leadership, budgeting, scheduling, contractor management, and stakeholder engagement are critical components of the position, candidates must also possess enough technical depth to effectively oversee connectivity deployments, review installations, challenge vendors when necessary, and support technical decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in both worlds: driving project execution while maintaining credibility with engineers, contractors, and installation partners., * Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, milestones, deliverables, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. * Lead connectivity infrastructure projects from planning through execution and project closeout. * Coordinate activities between construction teams, engineering groups, vendors, contractors, logistics teams, and stakeholders. * Monitor project progress and proactively communicate status, risks, and mitigation plans. * Support forecasting, budgeting, and project controls efforts. * Establish contractor milestones and hold installation partners accountable to schedule and quality expectations. * Manage project risks, escalations, issue resolution, and change orders. * Conduct field inspections and validate installation quality, workmanship, code compliance, and build accuracy. * Review structured cabling installations and connectivity infrastructure deployments. * Participate in design reviews, bill of materials (BOM) reviews, constructability reviews, and as-built documentation validation. * Identify and resolve scope gaps, design conflicts, and field execution challenges. * Build strong working relationships with contractors, vendors, project teams, and stakeholders. * Support a safety-first culture while ensuring compliance with all site safety requirements and industry best practices., Scheduling Engineer Turner Construction Co. Augusta, GA*On-Site Hoisting Marketing Dashboard Scheduling Operations Leadership Management Procurement Forecasting Construction Communication Change Orders Subcontracting Detail Oriented Project Planning Analytical Skills Project Schedules Project Performance Business Development Project Stakeholders Primavera (Software) Earned Value Management Construction Management Contract Interpretation Commercial Construction Work Breakdown Structure Ability To Meet Deadlines Software Technical Review Interpersonal Communications Continuous Improvement Process Virtual Design And Construction (VDC) Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling +0 Maintenance Technical Scholar - Aiken, SC Hubbell Aiken, SC*On-Site ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)