Technical Manager – Cutsheets
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive
A leading global technology and connectivity specialist is looking for a Technical Manager – Cutsheets to take ownership of the governance, accuracy and approval of product specification documentation used across data centre and structured cabling projects.
Cutsheets are also commonly referred to as port maps or patching schedules.
The role will ensure that materials, equipment and systems selected for deployment meet technical design requirements, client specifications and relevant industry standards.
You will act as a key control point between Design, Procurement and Project Delivery, ensuring approved product information is technically accurate, compliant and aligned with project requirements.
The successful candidate will have experience within a technical, design or engineering environment, with strong attention to detail, document control skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholder requirements across data centre and structured cabling projects.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Assurance & Compliance
- Review and validate cutsheets against project design specifications, client requirements and applicable standards.
- Ensure products meet required performance, capacity and installation criteria prior to approval.
- Provide technical sign-off for product selection where required.
Submittals & Documentation Management
- Own the preparation and quality of technical submittal packages.
- Ensure cutsheets are accurate, complete, version controlled and traceable.
- Ensure submissions are completed in line with project timelines.
- Act as the central point of contact for cutsheet-related queries.
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Work closely with Design and Engineering teams to validate design intent.
- Coordinate with Procurement teams to ensure correct product ordering.
- Support Project Delivery teams during installation and issue resolution.
- Ensure alignment between approved cutsheets, Bills of Materials and installed solutions.
Standardisation & Process Improvement
- Develop and maintain cutsheet templates and document standards.
- Establish naming conventions, filing structures and best-practice guidance.
- Drive consistency across projects and regions.
Vendor & Product Management
- Liaise with manufacturers and suppliers to obtain current cutsheets and technical documentation.
- Clarify specifications and resolve technical discrepancies.
- Support the evaluation of alternative products and value engineering options.
Risk Management & Quality Control
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with incorrect product selection or non-compliance.
- Monitor risks relating to delays in client approvals.
- Support issue resolution where installed products differ from approved cutsheets.
Stakeholder & Client Interface
- Engage with clients, consultants and third-party stakeholders where required.
- Support technical reviews, audits and approvals.
- Present cutsheet documentation where necessary.
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Proven experience in a technical, design or engineering role within data centres, structured cabling, construction or MEP environments.
- Experience reviewing technical documentation, specifications and submittals.
- Experience with product data sheets, cutsheets, Bills of Materials and engineering drawings.
- Strong understanding of structured cabling systems, including copper and fibre.
- Understanding of data centre infrastructure components, installation and design standards.
- Ability to interpret technical specifications, performance data and compliance requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent document control and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Good problem-solving and analytical capability.
- Experience using document management systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and SharePoint.
- Familiarity with engineering documentation platforms.
Desirable
- Experience working on hyperscale or enterprise data centre projects.
- Experience managing or leading a technical or documentation team.
- Exposure to client-specific standards, including those used by financial institutions or hyperscalers.
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering or a relevant technical discipline.
- Knowledge of standards such as ISO, TIA or BICSI.
- Knowledge of structured cabling manufacturers such as CommScope, Panduit or Leviton.
- Understanding of construction submittal and approval processes.
- Experience with AutoCAD or similar drawing/design tools.
- Experience with project/document control platforms such as Aconex, Procore or BIM tools.