Consultant, Building Technology Systems

This Opportunity
WSP USA Buildings, Inc., an award winning and innovative multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm, is looking for a Building Technology Systems Consultant specializing in Telecommunications & Security systems design for our Irvine, California office. Riverside and San Diego will be considered as well. WSP works closely with architects and owners from around the world on large, complex projects with a focus on sustainability and energy performance of the built environment.
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 Telecommunications systems (Structured cabling systems, Telecom spaces and pathway infrastructure) and Electronic Safety & Security systems (IP video surveillance, access control, intercom)
• Coordinate with clients to gather and document system and design requirements.
• Create design narratives and coordinated, construction documents (Drawings and CSI Specifications).
• Complete deliverables including technical drawings in coordination with REVIT/CAD production staff.
• Participate in project meetings (local and out-of-town) with the design team and clients.
• Participate in construction meetings, review and respond to Technology system submittals and RFIs
• Perform site surveys to document construction progress.
• Coordinate integration of security and telecommunications systems with other intelligent building systems. (BMS, Lighting control, AV etc.)
• Understanding of local and national codes and industry standards (NEC, IBC, NFPA, BICSI, EIA/TIA) related to the design and operation of Security and Telecommunications systems.

Who You Are
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.
• 3 - 5 years' experience actively designing high-end Security and Telecommunications systems for the AEC consulting and engineering industry
• Integrator or specialty consultant experience would also be considered.
• Design experience for Security and Telecommunications systems for buildings' projects of various types and sizes. (Healthcare, Commercial office, Hospitality, Science and Technology, High rise Residential, Mission Critical)
• Design experience related to Audiovisual, DAS and/or Data Network/Wi-Fi/Telephony 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.
• Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.
• Experience working directly with clients including architects and building owners.
• Industry certification (ASIS CPP, BICSI RCDD, AVIXA (InfoComm) CTS/-D, Cisco CCNA, etc.) is a plus although not required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Revit experience desired.

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): $91,100 - $115,00
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.
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