NextGen Wi-Fi Project Manager

Job Title : NextGen Wi-Fi Project Manager Pay Scale : Administrative 1 Closing Date : 03-Feb-2026 12:00 Contact Email : recruit@tcd.ie Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction. Post Summary The NextGen Wi-Fi Project, part of Digital Trinity Infrastructure (DTI) programme, is a multi-annual, multi-million Euro project to replace the university’s Wi-Fi network with a new, next generation, Wi-Fi network. The current university networks, including Wi-Fi, extend across the full university estate on the main campus and to over ten satellite locations in Dublin. The Wi-Fi network consists of circa. 3,000 Wi-Fi Access Points, connected to approximately 300 Access Switches, in 180 data communications rooms, in 200 buildings. The Wi-Fi network regularly serves 20,000 concurrent users with over 10Ge sustained traffic via the university’s 100Ge Internet connections. The new Wi-Fi network will be designed to provide capacity requirements and optimal coverage in the 6GHz spectrum. This is a significant logistical project. It involves replacing, enhancing and expanding the network and its core elements including access points, structured cabling and access switches. Key elements include Wi-Fi design, coverage and capacity planning, procurement, logistics, management of staff and contractors, and coordination and health and safety. There is a requirement to appointment an experienced Project Manager (PM) to plan, organize and manage the delivery of this project. The PM will report to the Deputy Director of IT Services, who is the Project Sponsor. The PM will be responsible for the project budget, schedule and quality delivery and management of a project team and multiple external contractors. The PM will actively engage with the IT Services Project Office and the University Project Management Office. Post status: Specific Purpose Contract This appointment is for a specific purpose to implement the *Digital Trinity Infrastructure – Next Generation Wi-Fi Project.  *The role of Project Manager is required solely for the duration of this project. The position is not permanent because it is linked to a capital project rather than an ongoing operational need. Once the project is completed and objectives are met, the requirement for this role will cease. Hours of Post: 35 hours per week Salary: This appointment will be made on the Administrative 1 (Points 1-6), Salary Scale (€69,545 - €110,118 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. How to apply: To assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (maximum one A4 page) that specifically addresses the following points: Clearly outline relevant experience and how this experience has contributed to their knowledge. Demonstrate, through past examples, their ability to work on their own initiative and to resolve problems. Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war. Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work–life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment. Further Information Filesize Job Description 212.2 Information for Applicants.pdf 465.5 Return to Search Apply for Job