Senior Technology Designer

IMEG Consultants•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Are you Ready to Engineer Your Career? At IMEG , one of the largest design consulting firms in the U.S., we strive to provide exciting and rewarding career opportunities to our team members. We work hard and are passionate about what we do but also love to have fun along the way. We celebrate the ability to be a firm of over 2500 employees in the US and beyond who still provides a local office approach and feel to each of our employee-owners. From opportunities to get involved and give back locally through our Community Involvement Committees to the ability to partner with exciting clients, we take our jobs seriously but have a great time in the process. As a company, we believe in investing in our team members and providing an environment for expansive growth. We put people first. We are proud to say we are a 100% employee-owned organization and take pride in our commitment to being a great place to work. We support this commitment through work-life balance, flexibility, continuous training and development opportunities, and community impact. We reward innovation, hard work, and support a culture of sustainability. IMEG is growing, and we’d love to have you join our team! We are currently seeking a Senior Technology Designer in our Chicago, IL office . As a Senior Technology Designer, you will: TECHNICAL PATH The Senior Technology Designer will lead projects as a project manager or the lead designer for the delivery of large and highly complex projects. They will work closely with a team of engineers and consultants to provide project direction, engineering solutions, and advice to clients to ensure positive outcomes. Primary responsibilities will include engineering analysis, design and implementation oversight of low-voltage technology (ICT) systems in buildings. Additional responsibilities will include working within the project’s monetary budget, leading training and mentoring efforts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. PROJECT MANAGEMENT PATH The Senior Technology Designer will lead projects as a project manager or the lead designer for the delivery of large and highly complex projects. They will work closely with a team of engineers and consultants to provide project direction, engineering solutions, and advice to clients to ensure positive outcomes. Primary responsibilities will include project management, engineering analysis, design and implementation oversight of low-voltage technology (ICT) systems in buildings. Additional responsibilities will include working within the project’s monetary budget, leading training and mentoring efforts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.

Requirements

Mastery of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
Mastery of technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles relating to electrical voltage and current, digital and analog signals, basic IT networking topologies and protocols, as it relates to electrical low-voltage systems design for buildings
Strong training, mentoring and leadership skills
Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
Ability to travel up to 25% with occasional overnight stays
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer or related Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, related STEM field, or equivalent required
14 years of experience minimum required, 16 preferred, in the building design consulting industry OR
Associates degree, or certificate, in Building Information Modeling (BIM) or Engineering preferred
18 years of experience minimum required, 20 preferred, in the building design consulting or construction industry
Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds
Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull
Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises
Demonstrated leadership traits in the Project Management career path
Ability to mentor, train, motivate, and lead others
Proficiency in the use of BIM software

Responsibilities

Lead design efforts for the analysis of IT structured cabling, audio/video, security, and other low-voltage building systems.
Utilize engineering software and tools to create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards
Performs site assessments and generates detailed analysis and technical reports
Interact with clients to understand their needs, gather project requirements, and communicate technical information effectively.
Build and maintain client relationships through professional communication
Provide in-process design reviews of IT structured cabling, audio/video, security, and other low-voltage building systems design, calculations, and specifications.
Implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure that engineering designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards and client requirements
Provide technical training and mentoring.
Provide technical assistance in resolution of field issues with minimal support from senior staff
Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in low-voltage technology (ICT) engineering.
Lead research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG
Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work.
Identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with low-voltage technology ICT systems
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals
Lead project interviews and project presentations
Coordinate, oversee and manage projects ranging in size and complexity.
Serve as the point of contact for teams and clients
Collaborate with business development staff, Project Executives, Client Executives, and Market Directors / Leaders during the initial stages of project opportunities
Assist Project Executives and Client Executives with design scopes of work and fee calculations for proposal generation
Assist Project Executives and Client Executives with contract reviews
Create project schedules including targets for milestones and deadlines
Create monthly billings and submit financial information to Accounting in a timely manner.
Update billing projections and estimated completion percentage for all projects monthly
Ensure design follows owner standards and requirements, IMEG standards and code requirements.
Ensure design milestone deliverables are achieved, IMEG and client quality control processes are completed, and construction technical support occurs in a timely manner
Collaborate with design staff and coordinate scheduling of projects during all phases of design and construction.
Schedule and lead progress meetings and provide meeting documentation.
Respond to and resolve client / construction concerns.
Manage change orders and obtain appropriate approvals
Train, mentor, and motivate staff
Build, maintain, and develop client relationships