Technology Consultant

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health Savings Account

401(k) with matching up to IRS maximum

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc in Houston, TX seeks a Technology Consultant to lead design and consulting efforts for technology systems on projects, including structured cabling, access control, video surveillance, nurse call, audiovisual, and other low‑voltage networks. You will manage projects from scoping, pricing and staffing to on‑time, on‑budget delivery with high technical quality.

You will collaborate with owners, architects and contractors, conduct site visits, review shop drawings, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, IS or a related field plus 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working with architects and knowledge of architectural design phases.
• Must have security clearance and healthcare construction exposure is helpful.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; familiar with low‑voltage systems (nurse call, AV, PA, security).
• Familiarity with NEC, NESC, NFPA and related codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform project management, establish project plans, budgets and QA/QC.
• Develop design approaches and coordinate with senior staff as needed.
• Lead meetings to define scope, needs, processes, and client expectations.
• Review shop drawings, track changes, and provide feedback to designers.
• Communicate with owners, architects and contractors as required.
• Conduct site visits to verify progress and design conformance with codes.
• Prepare and maintain project budgets and staffing.
• Engage in professional organizations to enhance the firm’s reputation.
• Stay current with industry trends and internal policies during project execution.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of low-voltage systems (nure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a relevant discipline

Five years of applicable experience or eight years direct experience in low-voltage systems

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.