Building Technology Systems – Lead Consultant – Structured Cabling

WSP in the U.S.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid sick leave

Paid parental leave

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is hiring for a full time Building Technology Systems – Lead Consultant – Structured Cabling in Chicago. This hybrid role requires the candidate to commute to the office 1-2 days weekly and may involve national and international travel.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years designing structured cabling systems, a degree in engineering, and strong client coordination skills. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement savings, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Seven plus years' experience designing complex structured cabling systems.
• Strong understanding of local and national codes related to telecommunications design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide design and coordination for Structured Cabling systems.
• Manage project financials and deliverables.
• Develop client relationships to win new work.

Skills

Structured cabling design

Client coordination

Project management

Technical writing

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

B.S. in engineering or equivalent

Tools

Revit

Procore

Newforma

Job description

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a full time Building Technology Systems – Lead Consultant – Structured Cabling for our Chicago office. This is a hybrid role. Candidate must be able to commute to the Chicago office approximately 1-2 days a week. In office presence shall be dictated by client and site needs. Ability and willingness to travel nationally and occasionally internationally based on client and business needs.

Your Impact

• Provide design and coordination for Structured Cabling systems (Telecom cabling systems, Telecom spaces and pathway infrastructure). Project verticals include but not limited to: financial services, healthcare, corporate, residential, stadium and large venue, mission critical/data center, education and government/federal.
• Collaborate with clients and design team members to gather and document system and design requirements.
• Coordinate integration of other technology and building systems within the structured cabling design.
• Create design narratives and coordinated, construction documents (Drawings and CSI Specifications).
• Coordinate, host and participate in project meetings (local and out-of-town) with the design team and clients.
• Review and respond to Technology system submittals and RFIs using industry standard digital platforms (Procore, Newforma, ACC, etc.).
• Perform site surveys to document construction progress and create field reports.
• Manage project financials and resources to complete deliverables including technical staff and drawing production staff on budget.
• Market our capabilities across all business lines.
• Develop and foster client relationships to win and retain new work.
• Review and respond to requests for proposals include proposal writing and fee formulation.
• Lead a team of consultants to deliver projects from inception to completion consistently producing high quality work to support our clients.
• Mentor and develop junior staff both technically and professionally.

Required Qualifications

• A four‑year degree (B.S. in engineering is preferred) or equivalent combination of technical degree and related work experience designing technology systems for buildings.
• Seven plus years' experience actively designing complex structured cabling systems for the AEC consulting and engineering industry in general.
• RCDD Industry certification preferred but not required.
• Possess a deep knowledge of structured cabling design principles and associated coordination requirements with other trades.
• Familiarity with Revit capabilities and basic operational abilities are required.
• Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.
• Understanding of local and national codes and industry standards (NEC, IBC, NFPA, BICSI, EIA/TIA) related to the design and operation of Telecommunications systems.
• Proven ability to market services, win work, and manage a team of consultants that will consistently deliver high quality work to support our clients.
• Comfortable in a client facing role coordinating with developers, architects and building owners.
• U.S. Security clearance or the ability to obtain a U.S. Security clearance is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on the ability to organize and present design information to technical and non-technical team members.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $115,000 - $160,000

Equal Opportunity Statement

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.