IT/ICT/Building Security Systems Designer
NV5
- Dallas, TX
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Key contributor within a project design team, bringing a future-perspective of technology
- Design customized IT solutions, which may include: Entrance Facilities, Telecomm Rooms, pathways and other infrastructure; wired/wireless and copper/fiber Structured Cabling Systems to support voice/data/video applications; Outside Plant; Distributed Antenna Systems, Data Center technologies and other leading-edge IT solutions
- Design customized Building Security solutions, which may include: video surveillance systems, access control, intrusion detection, emergency telephones and other innovative Security technologies
- Advise our clients on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
- Assist with business development activities as requested
- Develop and direct the documentation of high-quality infrastructure construction drawings, details, cost analysis and specifications language; this is often accomplished via AutoCad, Revit or PDF mark-ups with BlueBeam and directing our CAD staff to document the project in Revit
- Collaborate with MEP and architectural team members and guide clients through the technology selection process
- Review submittals and shop drawings, coordinate with architects, contractors, engineers, and consultants
- Perform site walk-throughs to review adherence to standards and procedures
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies products/services, guidelines, standards and their applicability to potential projects
- Ensure that all work is completed on-time, in-budget, and consistently within NV5’s high standards of quality
- Five years consulting experience in the design and specification of telecommunications systems, IT spaces, security systems and cable plant projects
- Intimate knowledge of services, hardware, infrastructure and systems architecture for IT
- CP-TED experience desired but not required
- Excellent attention to detail and outstanding communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to meet deadlines and honor commitments
- Values that include integrity, accountability and a willingness to have fun
- Works equally well as an individual contributor or a collaborative team member
- Maintains a professional and positive attitude in a fast paced and occasionally high-pressure environment
- High level of proficiency in BlueBeam and Microsoft Office
- General proficiency in AutoCad and Revit
- BICSI Certification (active RCDD or test-ready; ITS Installer-1, or ITS Installer-2; additional certifications including OSP, WD); ASIS certification
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field desired; equivalent industry experience will be considered
- PLUSES: PE or additional industry certifications; experience with network electronic systems design, audiovisual systems, higher education, or healthcare; strategic technology master planning; experience in business development for professional services.