Building Telecom System Designer (Multiple Openings)

Henderson CompaniesSt. Louis, MO
Hybrid

About The Position

At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings. We're about the people, experiences, and longevity of a building. We’re a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to provide come up with out-of-the-box solutions when it comes to design and construction. We love the process of bringing buildings to life – and keeping them in shape long after the doors open. As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners are an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse portfolio of world-class facilities. We provide total building system design and construction services across multiple high-growth markets throughout the country for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, and venue. We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We’ve always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential – both as professionals and individuals. Together, we provide dream up innovative solutions for our clients industry-wide problems, design and construct spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Telecommunications, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field preferred.
  • 1+ year of telecommunications design experience within an A&E consulting, engineering, architectural, or MEP environment preferred.
  • Experience preparing construction documents for building telecommunications systems.
  • Working knowledge of TIA standards, NEC requirements related to telecommunications infrastructure, and building design practices.
  • Proficiency with Revit and Bluebeam Revu.
  • Experience coordinating with architectural and MEP disciplines on building projects.
  • Understanding of telecommunications rooms, pathways, backbone cabling, horizontal cabling, equipment layouts, and structured cabling design principles.
  • Strong communication, coordination, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative multidisciplinary design environment.

Nice To Haves

  • Active BICSI, CTS-D, RCDD, or other related telecommunications certifications/credentials
  • Experience with healthcare, higher education, commercial, government, mission critical, or data center building projects.
  • Familiarity with telecommunications specifications, construction administration, and multidisciplinary project coordination.
  • Experience with fiber optic and copper structured cabling system design

Responsibilities

  • Prepare telecommunications design documents including floor plans, telecommunications room layouts, riser diagrams, pathway drawings, equipment room layouts, details, schedules, and specifications.
  • Design structured cabling infrastructure and telecommunications systems in accordance with TIA standards, owner requirements, and project-specific criteria.
  • Coordinate telecommunications systems with architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and technology disciplines throughout all phases of design.
  • Assist with telecommunications pathway sizing, room space planning, equipment layouts, and related design calculations.
  • Participate in design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination meetings, and quality control processes.
  • Review contractor submittments, shop drawings, RFIs, and field conditions for conformance with project requirements.
  • Conduct site visits, existing conditions assessments, and construction observation activities as required.
  • Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and technology consultants to support project delivery.
  • Support project schedules, budgets, and design deliverables under the direction of senior staff.
  • Develop proficiency in industry-standard design software including Revit, Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Office products.
  • Travel up to 15% of the time

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Casual Dress Code
  • Paid Volunteer Time
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Health and Wellness Initiatives
  • Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership
  • Clear Career Path Options
  • Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Paid Training for Professional Development
  • Performance Bonuses
  • Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance
  • Paid Term Life and Disability
  • Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Time Off and Sick Time off
  • Financial Wellness & Coaching Program
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