Technology Consultant

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc
tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Houston
Jan 03, 2025
Description A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. To achieve client needs, SSR has multiple locations across the US. Working with a diverse group of individuals in a variety of markets, our team of experts partner with our clients to deliver advanced solutions that last. SSR is committed to providing opportunities and benefits to colleagues that promote living fully. Through various competitive benefits and programs available, SSR supports the health, well-being, and personal growth of its employees. SSR offers benefit options including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a generous contribution to employee-owned Health Savings Account, 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other employee incentives and wellness programs. SSR is a 2019 A/E/C Building a Better World Award Winner which recognizes our commitment to community outreach and improvement. We feel that SSR is a great place, but don't take our word for it, See what our colleagues are saying at www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr. Why Choose SSR? Look at our Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn pages to discover more. W e are Certified "Great Place to Work" http://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1001559 Looking for a Technology Consultant The Technology Consultant develops the design and leads the consulting efforts for technology systems on assigned projects. These technology systems include structured cabling, access control, video surveillance, nurse call, audiovisual, and other low voltage communications systems. This position is responsible for managing assigned projects through scoping, pricing, staffing, and ensuring that projects are produced on time, within budget, and of the highest technical quality. Key Responsibilities: Performs project management duties for the team on assigned projects through the establishment and management of the project plan, which is made up of team man-hour budgets, the project schedule, and QA/QC Develops design approaches and concepts on assigned projects and seeks assistance from senior technical staff as needed Conducts planning and vision casting meetings to determine the scope of the project, current and future needs, process and work flow, and client expectations Reviews shop drawings, records changes, and provides feedback to designers based on project specifications Assists in the communication with the owner, architect, and contractors as needed Conducts site visits during construction to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications, owner expectations, and building codes Prepares and maintains project budgets Actively participates in professional organizations and/or client groups where the technical reputation and image of the firm may be enhanced Maintains a focus on keeping up with industry trends and changes with continued self-education and training Assists Technology Associates in understanding company technical policies and procedures during the execution of a project Acts and performs activities inside and outside the office consistent with ethical engineering standards An ideal candidate will possess the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or relevant degree AND five years of applicable experience OR eight years of direct experience in the design, application, and/or administration of low voltage system Experience working with architects and a thorough knowledge of the architectural design phases Must have security clearance Healthcare construction experience is recommended Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Knowledge and understanding of low voltage systems such as nurse call, audio visual, public address, security, phone systems etc. Knowledge and understanding of NEC, NESC, NFPA, FGI, BiCSi TDMM and other industry related codes and standards SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Orientation/Identity Our mission is to make a positive difference for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)