WSP USA Buildings, Inc., an award-winning and innovative multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm, is looking for a Building Technology Systems - Lead Consultant specializing in Security systems and/or Structured Cabling design for our Boston, MA and New York, NY offices. 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.

• 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).
• Budget fee responsibility on assigned projects
• Manage project resources to complete deliverables including technical staff and drawing production staff.
• Coordinate, host and 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

Required Qualifications

• A four-year degree is a plus but not required. A B.S. in engineering is desired, however an equivalent work experience designing technology systems for buildings is acceptable.
• 7 to 10 years’ experience actively designing high-end Security and Telecommunications systems for the AEC consulting and engineering industry. 
• 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.
• Revit experience desired.
• Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.
• Comfortable 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.

Compensation and Benefits: 

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

Expected Salary: $114,000 - $155,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and 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, or federal law.

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