Technology Consultant

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings Account contribution

401(k) with IRS maximum matching

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. is seeking a Technology Consultant to develop designs and lead consulting efforts for technology systems across assigned projects, including structured cabling, access control, video surveillance, nurse call, audiovisual, and other low‑voltage communications systems.

You will manage projects through scoping, pricing, staffing, and ensure production on time, within budget, and with high technical quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a relevant discipline with five years of applicable experience, or eight years of direct experience in low‑voltage systems.
• Experience working with architects and knowledge of architectural design phases.
• Must have security clearance.
• Healthcare construction experience is recommended.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of low‑voltage systems such as nurse call, audiovisual, public address, security, phone systems, etc.
• Knowledge of NEC, NESC, NFPA, FGI, BiCSITDMM, and other industry‑related codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform project management duties, establishing and managing the project plan, including team man‑hour budgets, the project schedule, and QA/QC.
• Develop design approaches and concepts and seek assistance from senior technical staff as needed.
• Conduct planning and vision‑casting meetings to determine scope, current and future needs, process and workflow, and client expectations.
• Review shop drawings, record changes, and provide feedback to designers based on project specifications.
• Assist in communication with owners, architects, and contractors as needed.
• Conduct site visits during construction to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications, owner expectations, and building codes.
• Prepare and maintain project budgets.
• Participate in professional organizations and/or client groups to enhance the firm’s technical reputation and image.
• Keep up with industry trends and changes through continued self‑education and training.
• Assist Technology Associates in understanding company technical policies and procedures during execution of a project.
• Perform activities inside and outside the office consistent with ethical engineering standards.

Skills

Project management

Client coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/IT/IS or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Technology Consultant

A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. SSR has multiple locations across the US.

SSR offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a generous contribution to employee‑owned Health Savings Accounts; 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum; tuition reimbursement; and other wellness programs.

The Technology Consultant develops the design and leads consulting efforts for technology systems on assigned projects, including structured cabling, access control, video surveillance, nurse call, audiovisual, and other low‑voltage communications systems. The role manages projects through scoping, pricing, staffing, and ensures production on time, within budget, and with high technical quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform project management duties, establishing and managing the project plan, including team man‑hour budgets, the project schedule, and QA/QC.
• Develop design approaches and concepts and seek assistance from senior technical staff as needed.
• Conduct planning and vision‑casting meetings to determine scope, current and future needs, process and workflow, and client expectations.
• Review shop drawings, record changes, and provide feedback to designers based on project specifications.
• Assist in communication with owners, architects, and contractors as needed.
• Conduct site visits during construction to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications, owner expectations, and building codes.
• Prepare and maintain project budgets.
• Participate in professional organizations and/or client groups to enhance the firm’s technical reputation and image.
• Keep up with industry trends and changes through continued self‑education and training.
• Assist Technology Associates in understanding company technical policies and procedures during execution of a project.
• Perform activities inside and outside the office consistent with ethical engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a relevant discipline AND five years of applicable experience, or eight years of direct experience in the design, application, and/or administration of low‑voltage systems.
• Experience working with architects and thorough knowledge of the architectural design phases.
• Must have security clearance.
• Healthcare construction experience is recommended.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of low‑voltage systems such as nurse call, audiovisual, public address, security, phone systems, etc.
• Knowledge of NEC, NESC, NFPA, FGI, BiCSITDMM, and other industry‑related codes and standards.

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affinitive Action Employer.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Orientation/Identity.