Building Technology Systems - Senior Consultant

WSP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an experienced Building Technology Systems - Senior Consultant to join our Northeast Region team in the New York area, with office locations in NY, NJ, PA, and MA. The role focuses on designing and coordinating structured cabling, electronic security, and audiovisual systems for a variety of projects.

You will collaborate with lead consultants through design, coordination, and construction administration, and assist with client engagements and business development as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, IT, telecommunications, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5–7+ years designing building technology systems in AEC/tech infrastructure environments.
• Ability to manage tasks independently on small to medium projects and support senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate designs for Structured Cabling, Electronic Security, or Audiovisual systems.
• Coordinate with clients to gather and document system requirements.
• Create design narratives and construction documents (drawings, CSI specs).
• Lead or participate in project meetings with clients and design teams.
• Review submittals and RFIs using Procore, Newforma, and ACC platforms.
• Perform site surveys and prepare condition reports for progress and compliance.
• Coordinate integration of building technology with other systems.
• Provide guidance to entry-level professionals and support BD activities.

Skills

Structured Cabling

Electronic Security Systems

Audiovisual

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering / Engineering Technology / Information Technology / Telecommunications

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is seeking an experienced Building Technology Systems - Senior Consultant specializing in Structured Cabling, Electronic Security Systems, or Audiovisual design to join our Building Technology Systems team in the Northeast Region. Locations include New York, NY; Newark, NJ; Philadelphia, PA and Boston, MA. This role will support and collaborate closely with Lead Consultants and project teams in the design, coordination, and construction administration of building technology systems across a wide range of projects.

About the Job:

Our team supports the design and integration of future-ready building technology systems. We work on high-quality, high-profile, local, national, and international projects. You will actively participate in the complete project cycle, from the design phase through the final construction close-out. Project verticals include, but are not limited to: financial services, healthcare, corporate, residential, stadium and large venue, mission critical/data center, education and government/federal.

This is a hybrid role. The successful candidate must be able to commute to a regional office approximately 1-2 days a week. In-office presence will be determined by business, project, and client needs.

Ability and willingness to travel as required to support client, project, and business needs.

Your Impact

• Develop and coordinate designs for Structured Cabling, Electronic Security, or Audiovisual systems, including telecommunications infrastructure, pathways, spaces, and associated technology system components.
• Contribute as part of a larger team to deliver projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinate with clients to gather and document system and design requirements.
• Create design narratives and coordinated, construction documents (Drawings and CSI Specifications).
• Coordinate and participate in project meetings with clients, project stakeholders, and design teams, both locally and nationally.
• Review and respond to technology system submittals and RFIs using industry standard digital platforms (Procore, Newforma, ACC, etc.).
• Perform site surveys, field observations, and prepare reports documenting existing conditions, construction progress, and project compliance.
• Coordinate the integration of building technology systems with other building systems.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level professionals.
• Support business development and client relationship activities through participation in proposals, presentations, and client engagements as needed.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience designing building technology systems.
• 5 - 7+ years of experience designing Structured Cabling, Electronic Security, Audiovisual, or other building technology systems within the AEC consulting, engineering, or technology infrastructure industry.
• Ability to work independently on small to medium-sized projects and support lead consultants on larger, more complex assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage assigned tasks and deliverables while meeting project schedules, quality standards, and client expectations.
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and design skills in Structured Cabling, Electronic Security Systems, Audiovisual Systems.
• Capable of supporting construction administration activities, including field observations, site quality reviews, contractor coordination, and participation in construction progress meetings.
• Understanding of local and national codes and industry standards (IBC, NFPA, BICSI, ANSI/EIA/TIA, AVIXA, ADA) related to the design and operation of Structured Cabling, Electronic Security and Audiovisual systems.
• Relevant industry certifications, or active pursuit thereof, are preferred, including BICSI RCDD, ASIS CPP/PSP, and AVIXA CTS-D.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively organize and present design information while working confidently and professionally with clients, architects, and building owners, including federal and public sector clients.
• Experience with Revit and AutoCAD preferred.
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu preferred.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.
• Working knowledge of BIM coordination processes and the ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary design teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical decision-making and adherence to WSP's Code of Conduct, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and compliance with WSP's health, safety, and workplace policies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security clearance as required for certain client projects.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing 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 (all locations): $107,500 - $145,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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