Technical Solutions Architect - Commercial

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the project design process with a designated design team. They will be competent in the security design process in the commercial environment and be able to meet a design programme. They will have a strong understanding of security systems and be able to work independently and collaboratively with other team members.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• An initial understanding of the CAD process and effective file management.
• Support and guide the design team and external partners throughout the entire design journey.
• Review and validate designs at each designated checkpoint.
• Act as the main point of contact for design projects, actively engaging with stakeholders.
• Take the initiative on all engineering elements of the designs.
• Serve as a key resource on the technical facets of designs.
• Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) promptly, ensuring alignment with project specifications.
• Effectively manage your schedule to align with project deliverables, business objectives, and client requirements.
• Review, create, and verify all essential documents for a design, such as system specifications, bills of materials, and detailed schedules.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop a compliant security system design that meets all specified requirements.
• Continuously explore and assess new and evolving technologies relevant to security.
• Conduct site visits before, during, and after design phases, which may include international locations.
• Perform site visits to compare our designs against real-world environments and to enhance understanding of practical settings in relation to design concepts. This may include sites overseas.
• Join site visits for quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) of installation work based on Evolution designs, providing directives when necessary through collaboration with assigned integrators and/or contractors.
• Participate in site visits when RFIs necessitate justification or require an on-site examination.
• Capture and document insights to maintain a "lessons identified" register, collaborating with the wider business to enhance focused delivery and development.
• Collaborate with the larger design team to ensure deadlines are consistently met.
• Attend all design sync calls, both externally and internally, taking minutes as needed.
• Maintain all current and future certifications held.
• Work closely with other departments to uphold standards and deliverables through transparent communication.
• Foster strong working relationships with third-party suppliers supporting Evolution Design.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

ESSENTIAL

• Attention to detail in fast-paced environment.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office applications.
• At least 2 years of experience with Access Control, Intruder Alarm, and IP CCTV systems is required.
• Experience working with enterprise security systems is essential, including but not limited to CCure, Lenel/S2, Gallagher, Genetec, and Honeywell.
• Basic understanding of network topology and parameters for design.
• Knowledge of survey techniques and handling of site survey data.
• Basic understanding of CAD use.
• Strong communication and presentations skills.

NON-ESSENTIAL

• Previous design experience is advantageous.
• A basic understanding of the RIBA 8-stage design process.
• Use of multiple design management systems, for example BIM360/REVIT/NAVIS Works

• We are employee-owned! Here at Evolution we have a unique employee ownership model which means that our entire team owns our business. You have the opportunity to become a beneficiary of our future success. It also allows us to retain our independence and protect our company culture and values.
• 25 days annual leave plus local bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Optional annual private wellbeing and health screening appointment fully funded by Evolution
• Employee assistance programme which offers 24/7 access to free health and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance from day one of employment
• Ongoing training and development