Technology Systems Specialist - ICT

Arcadis; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Technology Systems Specialist in Toronto to lead design of ICT, AV, security, and cabling for data center and mission critical projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, coordinate with Revit/CAD colleagues, and support projects from planning through construction.

The role requires 5+ years in technology systems design for large-scale facilities, with strong BIM and MS Office skills, and the ability to work across time zones.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of technology systems design and installation experience with large scale industrial or commercial projects.
• Experience supporting hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center programs.
• Background in mission critical facility design beyond cabling, including coordination with security, AV, or related low voltage systems.
• Experience with BIM coordination and multidisciplinary model-based design workflows.
• RCDD Certification, preferably with DCDC certification as well
• Engineering/ Architectural / Construction Industry experience
• Must be highly capable with Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word and Excel
• Comfortable working with remote task assignment software programs
• Familiarity and comfort in working in agile sprint-based team assignment and organizational structure
• Ability to support projects across geographic locations and time zones.
• Experience working with design markup programs such as Visio, Bluebeam, CAD (AutoCAD and/or Revit)
• Ability to work with remote enabling technologies such as Microsoft Teams, Webex, Zoom etc.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills in working with internal and external stakeholders and clients as well as your remote team members
• Energetic, diplomatic, flexible, problem-solving mindset
• Strong organizational and prioritizing skills with the ability to take initiative
• Expertise in structured cabling system infrastructure, network architecture, Wireless APs, DAS, CCTV/DVMS, Access Control, PA systems, BMS

Responsibilities

• Systems design of ICT, Audio Visual, Security, Access Control, Structured Cabling solutions.
• Lead ICT and structured cabling design for data center and mission critical projects from planning through detailed design and construction support.
• Develop design criteria, narratives, layouts, and construction documentation for telecommunications rooms, equipment rooms, backbone distribution, horizontal cabling, pathways, and cable tray systems.
• Working knowledge of codes, standards, and guidelines (BICSI, TIA).
• Develop written system specifications and functional narratives in Master Format templates.
• Coordinate with Revit/CAD teams to develop floor plans, elevations, and system riser diagrams.
• Review design documents and provide direction on engineering drawings.
• Evaluate technology equipment for suitability in design solutions.
• Liaise with design team and external consultants for integrated project approach.
• Attend and lead design meetings with clients and design team.
• Develop budgetary implementation costs.
• Provide construction administration, site reviews, and site review reports.
• Business development and maintenance of client relations; proposal support and project scoping.
• Coordinate with and train junior team members.

Skills

Data center design

BIM coordination

RCDD Certification

DCDC certification

Microsoft Office

Revit

AutoCAD

Visio

Bluebeam

MS Teams/Webex/Zoom

Education

Engineering/ Architectural / Construction Industry experience

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Visio

Bluebeam

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description

Arcadis is seeking a Technology Systems Specialist to join our Design Advisory team in Toronto. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on large-scale, mission critical and data centre projects, leading the design and delivery of advanced technology systems including structured cabling, ICT, security, access control, audio visual, and low voltage infrastructure. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, engage directly with clients, and contribute to the successful execution of complex projects from planning and design through construction support, while helping shape innovative solutions for some of the industry's most demanding environments.

Role accountabilities

• Systems design of ICT, Audio Visual, Security, Access Control, Structured Cabling solutions.
• Lead ICT and structured cabling design for data center and mission critical projects from planning through detailed design and construction support.
• Develop design criteria, narratives, layouts, and construction documentation for telecommunications rooms, equipment rooms, backbone distribution, horizontal cabling, pathways, and cable tray systems.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and guidelines, including BICSI, TIA, and related industry standards.
• Develop written system specifications and functional system narratives in Master Format specification templates;
• Work with our Revit/CAD teams to develop floor plans, elevations, system riser diagrams describing design intent and device placement;
• Review design documents and provide direction on development of the engineering drawings.
• Evaluate the technology equipment available in the industry for suitability of use in design solutions;
• Liaise with design team including electrical, mechanical and architectural consultants, both internal and external to Arcadis to support integrated project approach;
• Attend and lead design meetings with clients and design team;
• Develop budgetary implementation costs;
• Provide construction administration as required, including site reviews, site review reports;
• Business development and maintenance of client relations including proposal support, technical approach development, and project scoping when needed
• Coordinate with and training junior team members.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of technology systems design and installation experience with large scale industrial or commercial projects with complex technology needs, preferably in the data center sector.
• Experience supporting hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center programs.
• Background in mission critical facility design beyond cabling, including coordination with security, AV, or related low voltage systems.
• Experience with BIM coordination and multidisciplinary model-based design workflows.
• RCDD Certification, preferably with DCDC certification as well
• Engineering/ Architectural / Construction Industry experience
• Must be highly capable with Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word and Excel
• Comfortable working with remote task assignment software programs
• Familiarity and comfort in working in agile sprint-based team assignment and organizational structure
• Ability to support projects across geographic locations and time zones.
• Experience working with design markup programs such as Visio, Bluebeam, CAD (AutoCAD and/or Revit)
• Ability to work with remote enabling technologies such as Microsoft Teams, Webex, Zoom etc.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills in working with internal and external stakeholders and clients as well as your remote team members
• Energetic, diplomatic, flexible, problem-solving mindset
• Strong organizational and prioritizing skills with the ability to take initiative
• Expertise in the following systems: sStructured Cabling System Infrastructure, familiarity with network architecture, Wireless Access Points for Wi-Fi, distributed Antenna Systems (public safety DAS, cellular DAS), Technical Security Systems (CCTV/DVMS, Access Control, Perimeter Intrusion Detection), Intercommunication System, Public Address Systems, Emergency Call Systems, Audio Visual Systems, Building Management Systems (BMS).

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you. Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $80,000-$120,000.. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.