Senior Technology Consultant

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SSR, a leading engineering design and consulting firm, seeks a Senior Technology Consultant to lead the design of communication, cabling, audiovisual, and security systems on major construction projects. You will handle proposals, pricing, staffing, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with top technical quality.

Ideal candidates bring broad experience in healthcare design, low voltage systems, and strong collaboration with owners, architects, and contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, IS or related field plus 8 years of applicable experience OR 12 years of direct low voltage design experience.
• Registered BICSI, RCDD preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA and related codes and standards.
• Strong budgeting, scheduling, and project management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manages design of communication systems, cabling, audiovisual and security on large projects.
• Develops proposals, narratives, specifications, and client presentations.
• Creates project budgets and prioritizes spending based on forecasted technology costs and client needs.
• Performs engineering analyses and ensures conformance with design specs and codes.
• Maintains frequent client, architect, and contractor communications and conducts site visits.

Skills

Project management

Design of systems

Staff mentorship

Budgeting

Communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/IT/IS

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Locations

Showing 1 location DAL
12400 Coit Road
Churchill Tower, Suite 850
Dallas, TX 75251, USA

+1 more locations

• Technology
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SENIO002135

Description

A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. To achieve client needs, SSR has multiple locations across the US. Working with a diverse group of individuals in a variety of markets, our team of experts partner with our clients to deliver advanced solutions that last.

SSR is committed to providing opportunities and benefits to colleagues that promote living fully. Through various competitive benefits and programs available, SSR supports the health, well-being, and personal growth of its employees. SSR offers benefit options including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a generous contribution to employee‑owned Health Savings Account, 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other employee incentives and wellness programs. SSR is a 2019A/E/C Building a Better World Award Winner which recognizesour commitment to community outreachand improvement.

Why Choose SSR? Look at our Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn pages to discover more.

Looking for a Senior Technology Consultant

The Senior Technology Consultant leads the design of communication systems, structured cabling, audiovisual systems, and security systems on large construction projects. This position is responsible for project drawings, specifications, consulting, pricing, and staffing so that projects are produced on time, within budget, and of the highest technical quality. Experience in healthcare design and construction is highly recommended.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs project management duties for the team on assigned projects through the establishment and management of the project plan, which is made up of team man-hour budgets, the project schedule,
  and QA/QC
• Develops the design approaches and concepts on assigned projects
• Develops proposals, narratives, specifications, and presentations for clients
• Creates the project budget and prioritizes spending based on forecasted costs of technology and
  client needs
• Performs specific engineering studies and design analyses such as load calculations, conduit fill ratios,
  and growth percentages
• Ensures that company technical policies and procedures are practiced during the execution of projects
• Reviews shop drawings, records changes, and provides feedback to designers based on project specifications
• Maintains frequent communication with the owner, architect, and contractors
• Conducts site visits during construction to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications, owner expectations, and building codes
• Actively participates in professional organizations and/or client groups where the technical reputation
  and image of the firm may be enhanced
• Maintains a focus on keeping up with industry trends and changes with continued self-education and training
• Mentors and trains less experienced colleagues
• Acts and performs activities inside and outside the office consistent with ethical engineering standards

An ideal candidate will possess the following requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or relevant degree AND eight years of applicable experience OR twelve years of direct experience in the design, application, and/or administration of low voltage systems
• Registered BICSI, RCDD preferred but not required
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of low voltage systems such as nurse call, audio visual,public address, security, phone systems, etc.
• Knowledge and understanding of NEC, NESC, NFPA, FGI, BiCSi TDMM and other industry related codesand standards
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local construction laws and regulations
• Basic accounting knowledge and how to create and maintain budgets
• Interpersonal Skills – ability to interact positively and work effectively with others
• Comprehension – ability to understand information, ideas, and direction presented in writing and/or verbally communicated
• Written Communication Skills – ability to clearly deliver a message through written words using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affimation Action Employer

EOE including Disability/Veteran

Our mission is to make a positive difference for our clients, colleagues, and communities.

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