Project Designer/Security Specialist, ICT Consulting

Military, Veterans and Diverse Job Seekers•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

Your Responsibilities Project Involvement - approximately 95-96% of time. Designs technology systems for the built environment, including pathway drawings, low voltage device and telecommunications outlet plan drawings, systems single line drawings and technical specifications. Technology systems include but are not limited to: Electronic Security Systems Structured Cable Systems Paging Systems Wireless Systems Data Network Systems Applies basic technical skills and design documentation processes to produce accurate and timely deliverables. Handles design development and document preparation in written and computer-aided design formats. Collaborates with project managers as part of a coordinated design team. Effectively delegates work to production support staff as needed. Under the direction of the project manager, supports project requirements including opinions-of-probable-costs estimates, drawing documentation and systems design. Develops efficient and accurate solutions to design problems. Researches, prepares, and presents coordinated design options. Reviews drawings and researches code and standard issues to comply with city, state, county and federal regulations. Communicates with manufacturers and contractors to address challenges and develop practical designs. Provides contract documents that meet required codes and quality assurance standards. Learning/Maintaining and Expanding Technical Skills - approximately 4-5% of time. Develops knowledge of technologies, trends and the markets in which we work as they apply to the applicable project types, and continually strengthens skills. Proactively pursues additional knowledge in related disciplines by attending available in house and external training. Meetings, initiatives, and projects - approximately 1% of time. Attends in-house project meetings and potentially out of office client meetings. Actively participates in meetings, initiatives, and projects that support Business Center and company goals.

Requirements

Extensive experience with access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, duress alarms, perimeter protection, infant protection and other physical security systems design
Familiarity with network, wireless, CATV, nurse call and audiovisual design considerations.
Ability to prepare detailed design drawings with supervision.
Ability to integrate design elements with architectural, civil, structural, electrical, mechanical and other disciplines to deliver a coordinated design.
Knowledge of electrical systems for the built environment.
Basic knowledge of applicable codes and standards including ANSI/TIA and BICSI best practices.
Ability to apply logic, reasoning, and organizational skills to structure concepts and ideas into deliverables.
Ability to demonstrate a credible and trustworthy presence through professionalism and demeanor.
Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to prepare and present accurate, professionally written reports and recommendations.
Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) software; in particular, AutoCAD MEP and Revit MEP.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Bachelors degree in related field (Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, etc.) and 5 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
PSP Certification Strongly desired.

Nice To Haves

CPP, PSC, CPTED, and other technology certifications are advantages.
Strong working knowledge of BIM; in particular, AutoCAD MEP and Revit MEP.
Experience with Visio
Knowledge of specialty calculations.
Familiarity with and ability to apply sustainable design principles within projects.

Responsibilities

Designs technology systems for the built environment, including pathway drawings, low voltage device and telecommunications outlet plan drawings, systems single line drawings and technical specifications.
Applies basic technical skills and design documentation processes to produce accurate and timely deliverables.
Handles design development and document preparation in written and computer-aided design formats.
Collaborates with project managers as part of a coordinated design team.
Effectively delegates work to production support staff as needed.
Under the direction of the project manager, supports project requirements including opinions-of-probable-costs estimates, drawing documentation and systems design.
Develops efficient and accurate solutions to design problems.
Researches, prepares, and presents coordinated design options.
Reviews drawings and researches code and standard issues to comply with city, state, county and federal regulations.
Communicates with manufacturers and contractors to address challenges and develop practical designs.
Provides contract documents that meet required codes and quality assurance standards.
Develops knowledge of technologies, trends and the markets in which we work as they apply to the applicable project types, and continually strengthens skills.
Proactively pursues additional knowledge in related disciplines by attending available in house and external training.
Attends in-house project meetings and potentially out of office client meetings.
Actively participates in meetings, initiatives, and projects that support Business Center and company goals.