Mission Critical - Technology Designer

PRIMARY FUNCTION
Work with discipline leads and project manager on technology portion of mission critical projects to remain responsive, exceed client expectations, meet multi-disciplinary objectives, and adhere to project budget and schedule requirements Define project scope, develop ICT discipline workplan/manhour estimates, prepare designs for technology systems, and provide support during project construction administration phase.

Must be able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Develop highly accurate, well-coordinated documents meeting or exceeding internal and external client expectations.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Design and support Information technology, electronic safety and security, and audio-visual system projects from planning stages to completion.
• Meeting with clients, conduct meetings, and lead projects.
• Observe BICSI, AVIXA, and ASIS standards and industry best practices in design and product utilization.
• Attend client meeting with project stakeholders, architects, and engineers to discuss project requirements, design concepts, and systems operations.
• Develop designs that meet client functional and budgetary requirements.
• Evaluate project managers schedules and deadlines to ensure they are realistic and attainable.
• Work closely with internal company disciplines providing design and pricing proposals, achieving full coordination from inception to project completion.
• Communicate known issues while offering solutions to owners, architects and coworkers.
• Review and provide input to cost estimates provided by others.
• Design the following systems:
  • Structured cabling
  • Public address/intercom
  • Digital signage
  • Access control/intrusion detection
  • Video surveillance
  • Clock systems
• Coordinate with manufactures and vendors on new and existing products.
• Qualify equipment required for custom integration solutions.
• Develop cabinet layouts, equipment rack elevations and jack-field layouts, etc.
• Provide continuous engineering support throughout the project.
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Communication Distribution Designer (RCDD) designation preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NFPA, EIA/TIA BICSI, IEEE, ASIS, and AVIXA standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CSI format specifications.
• Data center design experience.
• Working knowledge of building automation systems and power management systems.
• Ability to work virtually and communicate efficiently across geographies with multiple project teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to collaborate, achieve consensus, and provide guidance.
• Confident in client interviews and technical presentations.
• Experience with technical design tools such as Bluebeam, excel, etc.
• Revit experience is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to climb ladders and conduct visual observation throughout all areas of building and construction sites.
• Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes.
• Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.

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