Security Designer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Security Designer, where you'll contribute to innovative security solutions in a collaborative environment. This role involves developing system designs for access control and video surveillance while working closely with senior engineers. You'll have the opportunity to enhance your skills and grow within a supportive team that values sustainable design. With a focus on quality and client satisfaction, you'll play a key role in ensuring project success. If you’re passionate about security and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Family Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-term/Long-term Disability Plans

Wellness Program

Paid Holidays

Vacation Accrual

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of engineering practices within physical security.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop system designs for Access Control and Video Surveillance.
• Assist project manager with task planning and budget adherence.

Skills

Engineering Practices

Technical Document Analysis

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Accredited Engineering Degree

Professional Certification (ASIS APP/PSP)

Tools

CAD

REVIT

Job description

Security Designer - ( 250001HT )

Description

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

The Security Designer performs basic technical and project management duties under the supervision of a Senior Security Consultant or Project Manager. Understands and identifies project requirements and performs independent technical work on basic tasks within one’s own discipline. Provides guidance to Production Coordinator on completion of duties.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develops basic system designs for Access Control, Video Surveillance, Intrusion Detection, and Intercom systems under minimal supervision; this includes the ability to offer solutions to general technical problems.

• Works in conjunction with senior project engineer to prepare project deliverables per the client’s intent and scope of work outlined in Stantec's proposal.

• Follows Stantec's quality management process; reviews project deliverables prior to submission to QA/AC reviewer.

• Actively participates in the engineering/Professional community to build personal knowledge and professional growth (e.g. attend meetings / seminars / conferences.)

• Performs duties to assist the project manager as follows:

• Gives input or creates plans to complete tasks within the project timeline and budget, identifies required precursors from other disciplines in a timely fashion.

• Meets or exceeds utilization goals and adheres to project budget.

• Identifies and reports potential roadblocks and competing client and co-worker priorities that may inhibit the ability to maintain the project scope, schedule, and budget.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Possess basic knowledge of engineering practices within the physical security discipline.

• Knowledge of commonly used and accepted design and construction concepts, practices, procedures.

• Able to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and specifications, technical procedures, and government regulations.

• Proficient in applicable software (i.e. CAD and REVIT).

• Exhibits strong communication skills to confidently interact and communicate scope and coordinate tasks with vendors and inter-discipline co-workers.

• Displays effective organization and time management skills with projects, reports and other duties; effectively manages multiple priorities and is punctual and dependable.

Education and Experience

• Experience with transportation distribution facilities a plus

• Accredited engineering degree or equivalent experience required.

• Minimum 2 years related industry experience.

• ASIS Associate Protection Professional (APP) / Physical Security Professional (PSP) / or other professional certification based on area of expertise preferred.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s):

Salary Range(s):

• $76,600 - $111,000 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CO, HI, MD and IL

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Illinois-Chicago

Organization : BC-2805 Buildings-US Central & South BSS

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Apr 10, 2025, 4:05:37 PM

Req ID: 250001HT

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans