Building Technology Systems – Lead Consultant – Structured Cabling

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a full time Building Technology Systems – Lead Consultant – Structured Cabling for our Chicago office. This is a hybrid role. Candidate must be able to commute to the Chicago office approximately 1-2 days a week. In office presence shall be dictated by client and site needs. Ability and willingness to travel nationally and occasionally internationally based on client and business needs.

• Provide design and coordination for Structured Cabling systems (Telecom cabling systems, Telecom spaces and pathway infrastructure). Project verticals include but not limited to: financial services, healthcare, corporate, residential, stadium and large venue, mission critical/data center, education and government/federal.
• Collaborate with clients and design team members to gather and document system and design requirements.
• Coordinate integration of other technology and building systems within the structured cabling design.
• Create design narratives and coordinated, construction documents (Drawings and CSI Specifications).
• Coordinate, host and participate in project meetings (local and out-of-town) with the design team and clients.
• Review and respond to Technology system submittals and RFIs using industry standard digital platforms (Procore, Newforma, ACC, etc.).
• Perform site surveys to document construction progress and create field reports.
• Manage project financials and resources to complete deliverables including technical staff and drawing production staff on budget.
• Market our capabilities across all business lines.
• Develop and foster client relationships to win and retain new work.
• Review and respond to requests for proposals include proposal writing and fee formulation.
• Lead a team of consultants to deliver projects from inception to completion consistently producing high quality work to support our clients.
• Mentor and develop junior staff both technically and professionally.

• A four‑year degree (B.S. in engineering is preferred) or equivalent combination of technical degree and related work experience designing technology systems for buildings.
• Seven plus years' experience actively designing complex structured cabling systems for the AEC consulting and engineering industry in general.
• RCDD Industry certification preferred but not required.
• Possess a deep knowledge of structured cabling design principles and associated coordination requirements with other trades.
• Familiarity with Revit capabilities and basic operational abilities are required.
• Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.
• Understanding of local and national codes and industry standards (NEC, IBC, NFPA, BICSI, EIA/TIA) related to the design and operation of Telecommunications systems.
• Proven ability to market services, win work, and manage a team of consultants that will consistently deliver high quality work to support our clients.
• Comfortable in a client facing role coordinating with developers, architects and building owners.
• U.S. Security clearance or the ability to obtain a U.S. Security clearance is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on the ability to organize and present design information to technical and non-technical team members.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $115,000 - $160,000

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.