Lead Consultant - Building Technology Systems

WSP in the U.S.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Lead Consultant - Building Technology Systems in San Francisco. The role involves designing complex audiovisual systems and managing project cycles, ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates possess a degree in engineering, extensive experience in audiovisual systems, and strong communication skills. Join WSP and contribute to innovative projects while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Four-year degree (B.S. in engineering preferred).
• Seven to ten years’ experience in designing audiovisual systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with REVIT.

Responsibilities

• Design audiovisual systems for various environments.
• Coordinate with clients for system requirements.
• Lead projects from design phase to construction completion.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Technical degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

REVIT

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Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Consultant - Building Technology Systems for our San Francisco office. Other locations will be considered. Be involved in projects with our Building Technology Systems Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

About the Job:

Our staff 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. WSP offers excellent growth opportunities. Many of our senior leaders started out as young engineers in our firm. Our Engineers are subject matter experts who can effectively communicate and coordinate technical topics with owners, architects, other engineers, contractors and vendors.

Your Impact

• Provide designs for complex audiovisual systems (office, commercial, higher education, performing arts spaces, hospitals and more) audiovisual cabling systems, pathway infrastructure and audiovisual control systems.
• Coordinate with clients to gather and document system and design requirements.
• Create design narratives and coordinated, construction documents (Drawings and CSI format specifications).
• Complete deliverables including technical drawings in coordination with REVIT/CAD production staff.
• Participate in project meetings (local and remote) with the design team and clients.
• Participate in construction meetings, review and respond to AV system submittals and RFI’s
• Perform site surveys to document construction progress.
• Coordinate integration of audiovisual systems with other intelligent building systems. (BMS, Lighting control, Digital Signage, etc.)
• Clearly understand and apply local and national codes and industry standards (NEC, IBC, NFPA, AVIXA, EIA/TIA)
• Actively participate in industry events (speaking, contributing to papers / articles,
• etc.)
• Presenting to team on technical solutions, project updates, etc.
• Leads in developing work plans for addressing technical issues within project time and budget
• May contribute to ensuring staffing needs are met and key employees are retained and engaged
• Provides leadership in technical and professional activities on projects
• Develops solid client relationships
• Obtains additional professional licenses/ certifications
• Seeks out opportunities to mentor junior staff
• Pursues additional education
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Possess 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 to ten years’ experience actively designing high-end audiovisual systems for the AEC consulting and engineering industry.
• The ability to obtain a U.S. Security clearance is required.
• Other industry certifications (AVIXA (InfoComm) CTS/-D, Extron, Biamp, Crestron, etc.) is a plus although not required.
• Design experience related to Structured Cabling Systems, is a plus but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on the ability to organize and present design information to clients.
• Revit experience desired.
• Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.
• Comfortable working directly with clients including federal and public clients, architects and building owners.
• 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
  
  
  

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): $114,000 - $160,000

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.

About WSP

ABOUT US

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

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.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Professional Services

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