IT Infrastructure Facilities Expansion Specialist

Nefco•East Hartford, CT

About The Position

The IT Infrastructure Facilities Expansion Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all IT-related infrastructure requirements for new facilities, expansions, relocations, and major renovations. This role ensures seamless delivery of data connectivity, network infrastructure, client-side equipment, access controls, and low-voltage systems in alignment with corporate IT standards, security requirements, and business timelines.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure support
Experience and comprehensive knowledge in the following areas: Structured cabling and low-voltage systems SD-WAN, firewalls, routers, and switches Wi-Fi systems Data room designs Security and camera systems
Proven experience supporting multi-site environments and facility expansions
Strong understanding of network security and enterprise infrastructure standards
Project management experience (certification a plus)
Experience in distribution industry and/or warehouse environments
Strong organizational and documentation ability
Familiarity with construction project lifecycles, network diagrams, and architectural drawings
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This includes the ability to communicate technical subjects to a non-technical audience
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

Serve as key technical lead & IT liaison for new corporate sites (Orangefields) and existing site relocations.
Plan and execute the delivery of core technology services and overall network design.
Coordinate with low-voltage contactors, security camera vendors, internet providers, and internal departments where required (project management office, logistics department, facilities department, internal IT teams).
Ensure that all technological components are delivered on time, on budget, and ready for operational use at go-live.
Oversee implementation of the SD-WAN and ISP connectivity (physical underlay and satellite) at new corporate locations.
Coordinate with SD-WAN provider on ISP selection, site surveys, and circuit turn-up.
Work with Infrastructure Manager on final signoffs of all design documents and contracts.
Ensure redundancy, resiliency, network failover, and security best practices are met as new sites are deployed.
Design and plan low-voltage (LV) layouts, including: Structured cabling (CAT6/6A, fiber) Data room buildouts (design, racks, power, cooling) Wireless access point design and placement Client PCs, printers, other network device placement Camera system deployment and badge access terminals if applicable Coordinate with logistics management on proposed layout.
Work with Infrastructure Manager on approval for drawings, floor plans, and low-voltage designs.
Interact with LV vendor on RFP process and subsequent scheduling and installation of approved designs.
Use established suppliers to procure infrastructure equipment as dictated by approved site designs & layouts, including but not limited to: Switches & access points UPS battery backup units Wall-mount network racks Laser & label printers with associated media & supplies Other LOB necessary accessories as needed Collaborate with Customer Experience Team for laptop/desktop procurement where needed.
Work with network administrator and SD-WAN provider on configuration of firewalls, switching, and wireless infrastructure.
Coordinate with system administrator on configuration of camera system.
Define and maintain IT standards for facility builds (network topology, cabling, labeling).
Maintain accurate documentation, diagrams, pictures, and as-built drawings for all locations.
Track budgets, forecast costs, and identify opportunities for standardization and cost saving