Sr Security & Electronic Systems Specialist

HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

We are currently seeking a Sr Security & Electronic Systems Specialist with justice or corrections project experience to join our team. This role can be located in Houston, Dallas, Austin, Chicago, Tampa, St. Louis, or Denver.

This role is responsible for all aspects of project delivery. Responsibilities include design meetings with clients, development of system designs and communication of same to production staff, project management duties, and supporting the needs of the low voltage system group at large.

• Assist the Engineering Practice Leader with proposal perpetration and participate in interviews.
• Assume Project Management Duties on assigned projects. Manage fee budgets
  
  Interface with Architectural and Engineering leadership
  
  Manage production schedules
  
  Attend client meetings
  
  Attend internal team meetings
  
  Integrate the low voltage design into the overall project to meet the client’s needs
• Assist Architectural discipline in compiling construction documents relative to low voltage drawings and specifications.
• Assist low voltage designers in clash detection and conflict resolution with MEP and other systems.
• Construction Administration Responsibilities Attend pre-bid meetings
  
  Scope validation
  
  Pre-construction meetings
  
  Shop drawing review
  
  Progress meetings
  
  RFI responses
  
  Field observations
  
  Field reports
  
  Observation of system operation for punch list reports

• Understanding of basic Revit functions and automated processes required.
• Advanced skills in production of construction documents using Revit.
• Understanding of construction management software systems.
• Advanced skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to manage projects, produce deliverables, and perform construction administration duties.
• Knowledge of networks, physical security, audio visual, and/or other applications is a plus.

• 2 year degree in construction management or low voltage design-related field of study desired.
• Knowledge of Revit required.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience.
• Knowledge and subject matter expert level understanding of Low Voltage Systems.
• Experience with low voltage systems for corrections and other government applications.
• Knowledge and understanding of construction disciplines and bid documents required.
• Experience in working in integrated teams.
• Experience in design and delivery of LEED Silver or higher projects a plus.
• Experience with project types in commercial, corporate, institutional and civic, justice, aviation, and healthcare sectors is a plus.

• Travel may be required
• Overtime may be required

HOK is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits plan to meet their current and future needs. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(K) savings plans; disability, life and accident insurance; paid time off (PTO); and parental leave. In addition, HOK employees enjoy a flexible work schedule with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.

HOK is a drug-free workplace.